Ksb is one of the worlds leading manufacturers of pumps and valves and also offers a comprehensive range of service activities. The jockey being a tap off of the fp service is common, i cannot recall a jockey being fed from another source. Jockey pump hydrant grundfos harga terjangkau bergaransi. If this fails, loosen only the pump cover thru bolts clamping the assembly together, one full turn, no more. The xt series of jockey pump controllers meet or exceed the requirements of underwriters laboratories, underwriters laboratories canada, the canadian standards association and the new york city building code. The grundfos nk models are longcoupled singlestage centrifugal pumps of a modular design comprising a motor, a coupling, and a pump part, mounted on a base frame. The jockey pump, an important part of a fire pump system. Xtjl jockey pump controllers incorporate eaton combination motor controllers, which combine the circuit breaker and overload in one device. Mp15 jockey pump controller service entrance rated. All pumps sales and service has been the leading supplier of industrial pumps for over 45 years. These problems are all solved with a variable speed jockey pump controller. There are several types of jockey pumps each having their advantages to a given application.
Jan 02, 2014 the national fire protection agency nfpa guidelines do not put much attention on jockey pump sizing. Measure insulation resistance before and after installation 6. The fire pump controller shall be factory assembled, wired and tested with an automatic transfer switch ats listed by underwriters laboratories, inc. When additional fire pumps are installed in series, use 10 psi 0. Fire controller ss en12845 ss 883001 structions insta 900. Pump industry analyst is a monthly source of business news, analysis and comment for senior professionals in the pump industry. Centrifugal pumps cloeoe order information example. This keeps the main fire pump from short cycling, which shortens its life span. Insure sensors bring on the emergency power if applicable. Fire fighting systems packfire the mainstandby pumps are single stage, horizontal, of nnjm or enm standards series to power up to 37kw for superior power are used the nnj pumps, construction of cast iron or stainless steel and threephase electric motor.
Mth pumps 401 west main street plano, illinois 605451436 section 1720 jockey pumps page 2. Obviously, power to fire pump motor must be supplied by a reliable single source or by reliable multiple sources. Flowserve offers the worlds most extensive lines of iso 709api 610, iso 2858 and asme b73. Following is the most relevant text related to this, from nfpa 20. Xt series jockey pump controllers features 11 for more information visit. A jockey pump installation prevents unnecessary starting of the fire pump due to small leaks in the sprinkler system piping. World class manufacturer of fire pump controllers when theres a call to start a fire pump in an emergency situation, you need a fire pump controller that you can count on to start every time, without fail because life safety depends on it. A jockey pump installation prevents short cycling of. Every month pump industry analyst reports on the latest trends, company and market news, investments, financial results, contracts, appointments and business developments in the pump industry worldwide.
Eaton fire pump controllers for reliable fire protection. There is a small guy riding on top of or above a large horse. This simple webbased tool lets you merge pdf files in batches. Now, the range has been upgraded with a new, more robust generation of cr pumps cr 95, cr 125 and cr 155. To prevent these false starts and maintain the fire pumps life expectancy, small pressure maintenance or jockey pumps like the one pictured are installed to maintain a relatively constant pressure on the fire protection system. Aug 29, 2016 a jockey pump, also known as a pressuremaintenance pump, is a small apparatus that works together with a fire pump as part of a fireprotection sprinkler system. The jockey pump jp or pressure maintenance pumps pmp as. A jockey pump is a part of a firesprinkler system and is a small pump that maintains the pressure in a fire protection piping system to an artificially high level. Combines pdf files, views them in a browser and downloads. Absolute water pumps jockey pumps are top of the line, always guaranteed to support any anti prevention methods you use. Install plug cable submersible pump is ready for installation 4. Circuit breakers xtjp xtjy jockey pump controllers incorporate eaton combination motor controllers, which combine the circuit breaker and. Since the activation of the large flow main fire pump is triggered. A fire pump is a part of a fire sprinkler systems water supply and powered by electric, diesel or steam.
Jockey pumps are typically small multistage centrifugal pumps, and do not have to be listed or certified for fire system application. The jockey being a tap off of the fp service is common, i cannot recall a jockey. Jockey pumps multistage booster pumps absolute water pumps. Pump efficiency is the ratio of the energy imparted by the pump to the energy required by the pump. Restore pressure to discharge side of pump to check proper automatic shutdown. The grundfos cr vertical, multistage, centrifugal inline pump family works for water supply, water treatment and almost any industrial solution including those for highpressure, hot, dangerous, flammable and aggressive liquids.
It is designed to keep the pressure in the system elevated to a specific level when the system is not in use, so that the fire pump doesnt have to run all the time and the system. A jockey pump, also known as a pressuremaintenance pump, is a small apparatus that works together with a fire pump as part of a fireprotection sprinkler system. The other is a low flow, high head jockey pump which keeps the system pressurized during normal nonfire conditions. Peerless pump company pjpc jockey pump controllers installation and operation instructions peerless pump company 2005 dr. Each pump is tested hydrostatically for not less than 5 minutes. This is to ensure that if a firesprinkler is activated, there will be a pressure drop, which will be sensed by the fire pumps automatic controller, which will cause the fire pump to start. It is designed to keep the pressure in the system elevated to a specific level when the system is not in use, so that the fire pump doesnt have to run all the time and the system doesnt go off randomly. Schneider electric is the global specialist in energy management and automation. These compact vfd jockey pump controllers are available from 1 to 3 hp, with 3 phase voltages ranging between 200 and 480 vac, 5060 hz. A jockey pump is a small pump connected to a fire sprinkler system to maintain pressure in the sprinkler pipes. We have a fire pump with controller and ats as an integrated unit. Dk photonics offers pump combiners built by engineers with solid knowledge and technical background. Jockey pumps or sprinkler system pressure maintenance pumps are a low cost yet essential component of a fire pump. A jockey pump, also know as a pressure maintenance pump, maintains the pressure in the fire sprinkler system to.
Jockey pump controllers fire pump controllers metron. Eaton combination motor controllers, which combine the circuit breaker and overload in one device. Urban dictionary and our advertising partners set cookies on your computer to improve our site and the advertisements you see. The pump should turn before 50 foot pounds is reached. Sep 16, 2016 according to nfpa 20, the jockey pump shall not be requerid listed. Interrupt the primary power source to check automatic transfer switch operation if.
On a fire protection system requiring a fire pump, there is a small pump that maintains pressure above the pressure settings of the larger fire pump. There is no need to install special software and uploaded files can be in various formats like doc, xls, ppt and so on. If both checks are acceptable reinstall the check valve. Signal lamp jockey pump is running h12 the green indicator light is on when the pump is running. The base has suction and discharge ports on the same level inline. With revenues of 25 billion in fy2016, our 144,000 employees serve customers in.
Since the jockey pump is not required to be listed, the control valves and check valve are not required to be listed. If flow were completely frictionless, a centrifugal pump would be 100% efficient. A jockey pump is a small pump connected to a fire sprinkler system in order to maintain a certain pressure in the sprinkler system, and sized to ensure that if a. Model jp3 jockey pump controller this is a marketing document please consult factor for more information manufacturer reseres the right to modif this information without notice ugust 0.
Jockey pumps are a low cost yet essential component of a fire pump sprinkler system. The auxiliary jockey pump controller, if required and specified on the plans and specifications, shall be factory assembled, wired, and tested and specifically designed for this type of service. The pump intake is either connected to the public underground water supply piping, or a static water source e. Consult cutlerhammers xtjp jockey pump controllers brochure on. Apr 29, 2016 jockey pumps are small capacity pump which overrides main fire water pump electric motor and diesel.
Its global reputation for innovation and quality spans more than 160 years. Installation and operation instructions peerless pump. The jockey touch jockey pump controllers operate acrosstheline, where full voltage is applied to the motor for starting by the use of a single motor starter. Insure pressure switch initiates fire pump operation. This tells us how much energy is lost by the pump mechanism. A variety of applications the standard models of nb and nk pumps are suitable for. This allows the pump station to handle a very wide range of flow rates without. Pdf merge combine pdf files free tool to merge pdf online. Jockey pumps are small capacity pump which overrides main fire water pump electric motor and diesel. Slide rule, significant numbers, pump speeds, specific gravity and density, pressure and head, horsepower, impeller thrust constants, shaft stretch, column thrust constants tabulations oil lube, column thrust constants tabulations water lube, thrust constants and shaft areas, npsh, altitudes, vapor pressure charts, specific speed, system head. National, j30h 30t2h, triplex, plunger pump pumps in this series j30h 30t2h j30l 30t2l 30 horsepower 2 14 stroke horizontal triplex single acting plunger pump available in nickelaluminumbronze fluid end material pump speeds up to 500 rpm three accessory gear reduction unit ratios specs pump curves. Since the activation of the large flow main fire pump. Apply torque, 50 foot pounds maximum, to the shaft.
When a single fire sprinkler operates, a pressure drop occurs and this is sensed by the fire pump controller, causing the fire pump to start. Keep the static suction lift vertical distance between the center line of the pump and water level to a minimum. Jockey pumps or sprinkler system pressure maintenance pumps are a low cost yet essential component of a fire pump sprinkler system. Soda pdf is the solution for users looking to merge multiple files into a single pdf document. That small guy on the horse is referred to as a jockey. Locate the pump as near the well or water source as possible, using short, direct suction pipe. This procedure confirms that the jockey pump works, the fire pump works, the pressure settings of both pumps are proper and the system will function properly when that sprinkler head opens up to extinguish a fire. Jockey pump is set such that it starts at low pressure in header and stop at high pressure to maintain the desire pressure in the network. If you need to develop your own application for merging andor splitting. Hand of f aut o patterson jockey pump control panel model no. The model jp jockey pump controllers are specifically designed to control jockey pumps in order to. The model jp jockey pump controller is supplied with the. Except for no test header requirement, a jockey pump has the same basic components as the main fire pump. A jockey pump should be sized to make up the allowable leakage rate within 10 minutes or 3.
If the underground piping leaks excessively, jockey pump sizing must be increased to the maximum permitted. Lift stations are designed to meet the peak flow that the system could see, but this can lead to a system that is way overdesigned for the flow seen 99% of the time. Cr vertical multistage centrifugal inline pumps grundfos. Motors pump pressuretemperature limitations pump construction maximum discharge pressure psig maximum mechanical seal pressure psig. With the through the door display you can monitor the system pressure, the motor volts, amps, power, and even the motor speed. What is a jockey pump and why does it carry that title. Push the poppet on the check valve to insure proper functioning after the prolonged storage. The overcurrent devices may be set as normally required by the code nec table 450. For additional information, refer to nfpa 20, standard for the installation of stationary pumps.
Model jpy this jockey pump controller with a wyedelta open transition starter is specifically designed to the control jockey pump that maintains the designed water pressure in fire pump serviced systems. Flowserve pumps play a leading role in clean energy, greenhouse gas reduction and potable water supply efforts, along with the application of advanced production and process technologies. Jockey pumps in pump stations are small, typically low horsepower, pumps that operate regularly to handle nuisance flows in a system designed for larger peak pumping rates. Mar 17, 2015 with the fire pump net churn at about 185 or above psi nominally, the start setting would be 175170psi on and 185 psi off based on nfpa 20, a. Ammeter pa the ammeter shows the actual current consumption of the. Drop the pressure on the discharge side of the pump.
A jockey pump should be sized to make up the allowable leakage rate within 10 minutes or 1 gpm 3. The pump shall be hydrostatically tested at a pressure of not less than one and onehalf times the. A jockey pump is sized for a flow less than the flow to one sprinkler in order to ensure a system pressure drop. The armstrong 4700 multistage pumps are designed for reliability and low maintenance cost. Impeller trim diameter is designated by the last three digits of the model description impeller trim pump size dis. Eaton s fire pump controllers are designed and manufactured in accordance with the strictest fire protection, electrical and insurance codes in the. A jockey pump, also know as a pressure maintenance pump, maintains the pressure in the fire sprinkler system to avoid nonemergency starting of the main fire pump. Preinstallation instruction for pump and motor in well 1. Mar 28, 2002 either press the stop button on the fire pump controller, or let the minimum run timer time out and observe if the fire pump shuts down. Fire pump sizing size selection normally varies from 90% to 140% pump capacity normally once you exceed 125% capacity you will have to increase pump size to adjust for discharge pressure can not be less than system demand can not over pressure components lowest levels most significant problem can use variable speed drivers 94. Located in the midwest, we can ship quickly to the entire usa, canada and mexico.
Consulting specifying engineer power for fire pumps. The test pressure is to be upto 2 times the maximum working pressure of the pump, but in no case less than 250 psi 1724 kpa to ensure no rupture or leakage through the castings at the test pressure. Pump combiner is a passive component, built based on fused biconical taper fbt technique, widely used in fiber laser, fiber amplifier, high power edfa, biomedical and sensor systems, etc. This is the auxiliary pump or jockey pump that is connected to the booster or fire pump for a sprinkler or fire standpipe system. Street indianapolis, in 46202 bulletin 4857341 rev. If you are looking for a way to combine two or more pdfs into a single file, try pdfchef for free. Jockey pumps in pump station design romtec utilities.
The pump provides water flow at a higher pressure to the sprinkler system risers and hose. Fire pump controllers, testing equipment, fire pump repair parts, motors, jockey pumps and more. Starting inrush current is approximately 600% of rated full load amperes. Pump the cr pump is a nonselfpriming, vertical multistage centrifugal pump. Signal lamp alarm jockey pump h the red indicator light is on when there is a fault preventing the jockey pump to start.
Stocking and supplying the largest range of industrial pumps. One is the main fire pump which delivers large volumes of water to the fire standpipe system in case of fire. Fire sprinkler system pumps used in one or twofamily dwellings. A jockey pump installation prevents short cycling of the fire pump due to small leaks. Jockey pumps multistage booster pumps absolute water pumps jockey pumps multistage booster pumps absolute water pumps. This controller shall be ul listed, and shall be of the same manufacturer as the main fire pump controller. The companys products and services are used in process engineering and building services, water and waste water management, and in the energy and mining sectors. A jockey pump, or a pressuremaintenance pump, is a small apparatus that works together with a fire pump as part of a fireprotection sprinkler system. The jockey pump is not as mundane as many engineers, contractors, and installers would have you believe. Vertical fire pumps prepackaged fire pumps for more than 60 years the name ruhrpumpentm has been synonymous worldwide with innovation and reliability for pumping technology fire pumps ruhrpumpen is an innovative and efficient centrifugal pump technology company that offers a wide range of quality products to our clients. A jockey pump is normally a smaller pump that fits into a lift station to handle nuisance flow or, possibly, small constant flows.
We are looking to feed the jockey pump from load side of the ats but nec section 695. We are not looking to feed any other load except jockey pump which is associated with that fire pump. Mount the pump on a solid, level foundation, which provides a rigid and vibration free support. Typically the jockey pump is sized to 1% of the fire pumps rated flow. The chamber stack and the outer sleeve are secured between the pump head and the base by means of staybolts. With over 30 years of experience is proud to be the premier supplier of fire pump products in the united states. Hence a jockey pump is an important part of the fire pumps control system.
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