Common Control Methods for Diesel Engine Fire Pumps

The dual-power fire pump is driven by a diesel engine. When the power grid cannot meet the requirements, the diesel engine can be used to drive the water pump to ensure that the unit can reach the running state.

1. Make sure all valves are open and the system is in good working order.

2. Check the fuel filter for any debris, and replace as needed.

3. Adjust the governor control to reduce the RPM of the engine, and limit fuel consumption.

4. Regularly inspect, clean and replace the air filter to ensure maximum efficiency.

5. Maintain the fuel injection system to minimize fuel wastage.

6. Use synthetic oil instead of petroleum-based engine oil.

7. Reduce the demand on the fire pump by using water pressure regulators or other available techniques.

8. Use the most efficient fuel type for the engine.

9. Use the most efficient nozzle size for the fire pump.

10. Use a variable frequency drive to reduce the engine speed and conserve energy.

– Reliability in Extreme Conditions: Ensuring systems can operate reliably in extreme and isolated conditions.
– Efficient Water Supply Management: Implementing solutions that manage water supply efficiently in remote areas.
– Minimal Maintenance Requirements: Designing systems with minimal maintenance needs to reduce the reliance on remote support.
– Compliance with Remote Area Safety Standards: Adhering to fire safety regulations specific to remote and isolated locations.

Yes, proper training is essential for safely and effectively operating firefighting pumps. Training topics may include pump operation and maintenance, understanding pump performance curves, selecting and deploying appropriate nozzles, and practicing safe firefighting techniques.

The EE Pump Set is designed according to the customer’s specifications which is including 2 electric pumps and 1 control panel.

We may encounter fire disasters in our lives. Once these things happen, we must take corresponding remedial measures, so fire extinguishing is an inevitable measure. At this time, fire pumps play an important role in fire extinguishing.

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Clients new order 50gpm 7 bar EJ fire pump finish
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This is the controller for jockey pump, electric pump and fire pump set

The EDJ Diesel Engine Fire Pump System is a powerful and reliable firefighting equipment designed for fire suppression and emergency rescue operations. It boasts high-performance capabilities in water extraction and pressure delivery, enabling rapid supply of large volumes of water. The system operates independently, ensuring its reliability even in challenging situations. With its lightweight and portable design, coupled with versatile functionality, the EDJ Diesel Engine Fire Pump System is suitable for various scenarios. Whether you are part of a fire department or an industrial enterprise, the EDJ Diesel Engine Fire Pump System is your indispensable rescue partner.

The fire pump system includes diesel engine pump + electric motor pump + jockey pump.
Its power: 1.0 to 20kw, flow: 15-300gpm, head: 3-10bar, 50/60hz. Material: Cast iron or SS, bronze impeller.
This pump set is ideal for fire protection or voltage stabilization in houses or small buildings. We customize according to NFPA 20 and GB standards.

The biggest difference between the diesel engine fire pump and the electric water pump is that it has its own independent power supply system – the storage battery. Therefore, the start and operation of the diesel engine fire pump will not be completely dependent on city power.

The EJ Dual Power Fire Pump System is an innovative and reliable fire protection solution. Combining an electric pump for robust water pressure and flow with a top-quality jockey pump for stable pressure maintenance, this system ensures efficient and timely water supply during fires. With advanced automation, remote monitoring, and energy-saving features, the EJ Dual Power Fire Pump System is a trusted choice for commercial, industrial, and residential applications.

Common causes include power supply issues, mechanical failures, improper maintenance, and incorrect installation. Regular testing and adherence to maintenance schedules are crucial to prevent failures.

What is a jockey pump? While its name may remind you of one of those little guys that tells a race horse where to go, a jockey pump is actually used to maintain a high pressure in a fire suppression system.

Jockey pumps are a vital component in maintaining the pressure within a fire protection system. Their primary role is to keep the system’s pressure within the desired range. When there’s no fire event, the jockey pump operates to counteract any pressure losses due to minor leaks or gradual pressure decreases in the system.

By maintaining system pressure, jockey pumps ensure that the primary fire pump is ready to respond quickly and efficiently when a fire occurs. This pressure stability is crucial for the proper functioning of the entire fire protection system, allowing for immediate water flow to sprinklers or hose connections.

EDJ fire pump is an important part of the electric fire pump, diesel engine fire pump and regulator pump, the electric fire pump can’t normal put into use, the diesel engine fire pump set automatically in normal operation to ensure that the fire extinguishing, diesel engine fire pump group configuration of various automatic functions, meet the requirements of standard, ensure the long-term normal standby, ready for the fire fighting work.

The size and capacity of a firefighting pump depend on factors such as the size of the area to be protected, the potential fire hazard, and the water supply available. Calculating factors such as flow rate, pressure requirements, and the distance water needs to be delivered can help determine the appropriate pump size and capacity.

The fire pump is part of the water supply of the fire sprinkler system and can be powered by electricity or diesel. The inlet of the pump is connected either to a public groundwater supply or to a static water source (e.g. tank, reservoir, lake). The pump supplies water at higher pressure to the sprinkler system risers and hose risers.
Fire pumps generally use three driving forces, including diesel engines, gasoline engines and electric motors. Gasoline engines are commonly used in portable fire pumps and light duty firefighting. Electric motors are the most widely used driving force for fire pumps and are both efficient and convenient.

For diesel-driven fire pumps, environmental considerations include proper fuel storage and spill containment measures. It’s important to adhere to environmental regulations to prevent pollution and ensure the safe operation of the pump.

The DJ Fire Pump Set is a combination system consisting of a diesel engine pump and a jockey pump, designed for fire safety in the construction and industrial sectors. This system utilizes the powerful power output of the diesel engine pump, ensuring reliable operation even in the event of a power outage. The jockey pump maintains a constant water pressure, optimizing the performance of the fire suppression system. The DJ Fire Pump Set offers a reliable and efficient solution for prompt response to fire incidents, making it an essential component for protecting property and ensuring occupant safety.

1.Flow：30-9000 GPM
2.Head： 3-20 Bar (40-300 psi)
3.Power：Diesel & Electric Pump:1.5-710kw Jockey Pump:0.55-160kw
4.Speed：740-2900 r/min
The EDJ Fire Pump Set includes diesel engine pumps, electric pumps and jockey pumps.
In various fields, our products find applications in large hotels, hospitals, schools, office buildings, supermarkets, commercial residences, subway stations, train stations, airports, various transportation tunnels, petrochemical plants, thermal power plants,oil storage tanks, large warehouses, industrial and mining enterprises, seawater injection, etc.

The DJ Fire Pump Set is a combination system consisting of a diesel engine pump and a jockey pump, designed for fire safety in the construction and industrial sectors. This system utilizes the powerful power output of the diesel engine pump, ensuring reliable operation even in the event of a power outage. The jockey pump maintains a constant water pressure, optimizing the performance of the fire suppression system. The DJ Fire Pump Set offers a reliable and efficient solution for prompt response to fire incidents, making it an essential component for protecting property and ensuring occupant safety.

1.Flow：30-9000 GPM
2.Head： 3-20 Bar 40-300 psi
3.Power：Diesel & Electric Pump:1.5-710kw Jockey Pump:0.55-160kw
4.Speed：740-2900 r/min
The DJ Fire Pump Set is a combination system consisting of a diesel engine pump and a jockey pump, designed for fire safety in the construction and industrial sectors.

ED fire-fighting complete sets of water supply equipment are usually equipped with electric pumps, diesel pumps, and it is very important for fire-fighting installations to jockey pumps, so that the pressure level of the system can be maintained without starting the main pump. ED fire-fighting complete set of water supply equipment has reasonable layout, firm installation, reliable connection, compact structure, neatness and convenient maintenance. ED fire water supply equipment is used in hotels, shops, stores, warehouses, workshops, residences and other places with high fire protection requirements.

The fire pump unit can be classified according to the following rules:
1 according to the form of power source, it can be divided into:
A) diesel engine fire pump unit
Motor fire pump unit
C) gas turbine fire pump unit
D) gasoline engine fire pump unit
(2) it can be divided into:
A) water supply fire pump unit
Stabilized pressure fire pump unit
C) hand lift motorized fire pump unit
3. According to the auxiliary characteristics of the pump unit, it can be divided into:
A) common fire pump unit
Deep well fire pump unit
C) submersible fire pump unit
The above is the basic classification, but various types can be combined with each other, such as medium and low pressure fire pumps, high and low pressure vehicle fire pumps, ordinary fire pump sets, electric submersible fire pump sets, etc

DJ fire pump set 30gpm at site
diesel engine fire pump 30gpm, 3bar with 10gpm, 4bar with controller and accessories.

This is a set of EDJ fire pump set, which consists of electric pump + diesel pump + jockey pump. The three pumps are automatically started and stopped. When the joceky pump detects that the electric pump cannot operate normally, the diesel engine pump will start automatically. Can also be used, the fire pump set is widely used in various emergency firefighting occasions.

Application Scope:

Equipment for small buildings, warehouses, docks, airports, petrochemical, power plants, liquefied gas, textiles, ships, oil tankers and other occasions of a fire service.

Using Instruction:

Altitude ≤ 1000m;

Ambient temperature: +5 °C ~ +40 °C;

Relative humidity: <= 90%.

The diesel engine fire pump has automatic, manual and fault self-checking functions. It can monitor the working state of the whole process, restore the function of failure start, automatic pre-lubrication and automatic restart of preheating, so that the equipment start-up is safer and more reliable. It has the functions of central control room remote control, remote control and field bus connection. The battery is fully automatic floating charge (constant current, constant voltage, trickle charge) mode to ensure that the battery is in a standby state at any time. Diesel engine fire pump is easy to use, equipped with remote instrument and instrument, which can be connected to the control center as needed, easy to install and use, and easy to maintain.

Fire pressurized and stabilized water supply equipment can make the fire water supply pipeline system the most unfavorable point always maintain the fire pressure, and the use of air pressure water tank always stored in the 30 seconds of fire water, to ensure the fire pump before the operation of the fire spray water; The device uses the operating pressure set by the air pressure water tank to control the operating condition of the pump and achieve the function of pressurization and pressure stabilization.