What is a fire monitor, its configuration and scope
Monitors- an important link in the fire safety system. They can be of different sizes, configurations, capacities, but in general, the design and purpose is the same - timely response to fire and immediate elimination of fire. So what is a fire monitor?
Definition of the fire monitor sounds like this - this is a device for the formation of a continuous or sprayed stream of water or extinguishing agent with a variable angle of the torch, which is used to supply a large pressure of extinguishing agent to the area where the fire has occurred. The use of fire barrels is especially necessary in areas hazardous to human health (chemical plants, oil refineries, etc.). You can learn more about what classifications of barrels exist in our article "Types of fire monitors". Fire monitors are of two types: and.
All fire monitors must be certified and comply with the clear requirements of GOST. High-quality, modern products are distinguished by their reliability, stability and stability of operation in a wide temperature range (from -400 C to + 400 C).
The completeness of the delivery of fire monitors may slightly differ depending on the manufacturer and the type of product. But in general, in the standard set, such main components of the fire monitor:
- fire monitor;
- a technical passport with a description of all details is required;
- user manual;
- additional nozzles, remote controls, hydraulic valves (depending on the type and model of the fire barrel);
- set with spare parts.
Before purchasing a fire monitor, check with the manufacturer or retailer how the fire monitor was tested. High-quality products must go through all the necessary checks and only then go on sale. Checking the fire monitor takes place directly at the manufacturing plant. After successful completion of the tests, the batch of goods receives a quality certificate. If errors are found during the check, production is suspended until the reasons are clarified and the marriage is eliminated. If, after some time, any changes were made to the technological scheme for the manufacture of barrels, or the materials were replaced, the testing of fire monitors must be carried out again without fail.
