NFPA 20 firefighting sets (UL listed & FM approved)

At Idator we manufacture firefighting pump sets, in accordance with NFPA 20 standard. NFPA 20 is a standard of the US National Fire Protection Association that addresses the installation of pumps for firefighting sets.

What is NFPA 20?

  • NFPA 20 is the regulation issued by the U.S. National Fire Protection Association defining the requirements for the installation of stationery pumps for fire protection.
  • It covers various aspects, including the design, construction, installation, operation and maintenance of fire pump systems.
  • These systems are critical for the provision of sufficient water supply and pressure for firefighting purposes in buildings and factories.
  • NFPA 20 establishes regulations to ensure the reliability and effectiveness of fire pump sets.

 

What is UL?

  • Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL), based in the U.S.A., is an independent product safety certification organisation that establishes product reliability standards and checks the reliability of materials, structures, facilities, procedures or systems based on such standards.
  • UL assesses and tests scientific construction materials, firefighting systems, as well as their components, wires and cables, for electrical hazards and fire and injury risks.
  • UL provides testing and certification services. The official UL website (www.ul.com) includes a list of certifications stating all UL-certified products and their manufacturers.

 

What is FM?

  • FM Global, based in a U. S., based international insurance company that provides property insurance and risk management solutions.
  • FM Approvals is a division of FM Global that certifies industrial and commercial products and services for companies. FM Approvals is a world leader in third-party testing and certification services.
  • Aiming at avoiding material damage, it ensures that products and services meet the highest quality, technical integrity and performance standards for use in commercial and industrial facilities.
  • If a product or service complies with the FM Approvals standards, it is marked as “FM APPROVED”.