Wall hydrants are fire extinguishing devices that are mounted on the wall and have a connection to a water supply. They are mainly used in buildings and facilities to provide extinguishing water quickly and effectively in the event of a fire.
Wall hydrants are usually equipped with a hose, a hose connection valve and a jet pipe. They can be used both by firefighters and for self-help to extinguish a fire in its initial stages or to fight it until the fire brigade arrives.
Are wall hydrants mandatory?
Wall hydrants are part of the fire protection system and it is important that they are regularly inspected and maintained to ensure that they will work in an emergency. Whether wall hydrants are mandatory in a building or facility depends on a number of factors, including the type and size of the building, the number of people in it and the type of activities carried out in it.
In Germany, the regulations for fire protection are generally laid down in the respective state building regulations. These regulations specify, among other things, which requirements apply to the water supply for firefighting, such as the number and arrangement of wall hydrants, in certain building types and categories.
It is important to comply with fire safety regulations in a building or facility to ensure the safety of occupants and visitors. It is therefore advisable to enquire with the relevant authorities or a fire safety expert as to whether wall hydrants are mandatory in a particular building or facility and what requirements apply.
Are wall hydrants mandatory in NRW?
In North Rhine-Westphalia, the regulations for fire protection are set out in the NRW State Building Regulations (LBO NRW). This legislation regulates the requirements for the water supply for firefighting, such as the number and arrangement of wall hydrants, depending on the type and size of the building and the use of the building.
It is recommended that you enquire with the relevant building supervisory authority or a fire protection expert as to whether wall hydrants are mandatory in a particular building or facility in North Rhine-Westphalia and what requirements apply.
To ensure the safety of residents and visitors to a building or facility, it is essential that fire safety regulations are adhered to. It is therefore advisable to consult a fire safety expert to ensure that all necessary fire safety measures, including the installation of wall hydrants, are properly implemented.
How expensive are wall hydrants?
The cost of wall hydrants depends on various factors, such as the manufacturer, the model, the size, the equipment and the number of hydrants required.
Generally speaking, a single wall hydrant in a simple design can cost between 100 and 500 euros. However, a wall hydrant that is suitable for use in larger buildings or facilities can cost several thousand euros.
It should be noted that the cost of wall hydrants is only part of the total cost of fire protection in a building or facility. This also includes the costs for the installation, maintenance and inspection of the hydrants as well as the costs for the water supply and connections.
Fritz Manke GmbH therefore recommends obtaining a professional quotation in order to obtain an accurate cost estimate for the installation of wall hydrants in a specific building or facility. We will be happy to advise you and offer you expert support on all fire protection issues.