A distribution system having a network of piping installed underground/above-ground around and/or through inside of a building with hydrants fitted with landing valves at regular intervals according to the occupancy. The distribution system is connected to water supply system for firefighting.
The system mainly consists of a water storage reservoir, a pump set, a piping ring around the building and terminals inside the building, hydrant valves, hoses, branch pipes with nozzles and hose boxes. On the ring main the hydrant stand posts are provided with hydrant valves.
The main purpose of using a Fire Hydrant system is to give the best possible source of water to each corner of the building to protect the building by simply taking control of fire during an emergency. Since fire hydrants are one of the most accessible parts of a water distribution system, they are often used for attaching pressure gauges or loggers or monitor system water pressure.