What is a Fire Coupling?
What are Fire Couplings?
Fire couplings, also known as fire hose couplings, are components used to connect firefighting equipment and convey water or other extinguishing agents during fire suppression operations.
They are typically used to connect to fire hydrants, hoses, and other firefighting apparatus.
Fire couplings are manufactured in standard sizes and must conform to internationally recognized standards. For example, in the United States, couplings compliant with NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) standards are used, while in Europe, those compliant with DIN (Deutsches Institut für Normung) standards are preferred.
These connections are crucial for firefighting teams to quickly and effectively conduct suppression operations. They facilitate the supply of water from fire hydrants or mains, allow for hose connections, and ensure water is directed to the right place.
In summary, fire couplings are standardized connectors used in firefighting systems to control and direct the flow of water.
