What is BS EN 694 - Semirigid firefighting hoses about?
BS EN 694 is an International Standard that focuses on fire-fighting hoses. BS EN 694 gives the best guidance about semirigid hoses for fixed systems.
BS EN 694 specifies the requirements and test methods for semi-rigid hoses for fire-fighting purposes for use with fixed systems. The hoses are intended for use at a maximum working pressure of 1.2 MPa for hoses of 19 mm and 25 mm inside diameter and 0.7 MPa for hoses of 33 mm inside diameter.
Who is BS EN 694 - Semirigid firefighting hoses for?
BS EN 694 on semirigid firefighting hoses is useful for:
- Manufacturers and suppliers of fire-fighting hoses
- Firefighting team
- Fire protection service providers
- Entities involved in fire safety engineering
- Design engineers
Why should you use BS EN 694 - Semirigid firefighting hoses?
A fixed system is a manually operated unit installed in a building to make it possible for the occupants to control and extinguish a small fire. The system consists of fixed units mounted on walls or in cabinets permanently connected to a water supply. The fixed units are composed of a coupling, a valve, a semi-rigid hose which is water-filled or empty fitted on a reel with its support, and a nozzle.
BS EN 694 covers technical specifications for the semirigid fire fighting hoses that are in compliance with global standards. It describes the classification of hoses depending on types, class, and category, which helps the users to select suitable hoses for a specific purpose.
BS EN 694 provides you with dimensions, tolerances, and maximum mass for the semi-rigid hoses that help you in designing and constructing fire-fighting hoses. BS EN 694 lays down the specifications that help you to assess the performance of finished hoses.
BS EN 694 also provides you with a test method for testing the security of the hose assembly. BS EN 694 guidelines help you to ensure the quality and functionality of fire-fighting hoses. These hoses will be able to respond safely at short notice to hazardous situations when firefighting.