Description
The TurboDraft™ Fire Eductor provides fire departments with a dependable solution to access static water sources that are not readily accessible using conventional drafting techniques.
Utilizing eductor technology and water pressure from the supply engine/pumper, the TurboDraft™ Fire Eductor allows companies to tap into static sources such as lakes, ponds, streams, and swimming pools up to 250′ away from the apparatus. Quick and easy to set up, the TurboDraft™ can be deployed in a matter of minutes, using standard 2 1/2″ hose line and 5″ LDH, to generate usable flows up to 670 GPM.
The TurboDraft™ Fire Eductor has been recognized by insurance agencies as an alternate water supply device. Water sources accessed using the TurboDraft™ have been given credit under the FSRS (Fire Suppression Rating Schedule) provided that other criteria such as accessibility and drought conditions have been met.
TAP WATER SOURCES IN REMOTE LOCATIONS
Rural fire companies need creative solutions to utilize water sources that are not accessible using typical drafting techniques. The TurboDraft Fire Eductor allows fire companies to tap into water supplies like ponds, streams, and swimming pools up to 250’ away and can generate flows up to 670 GPM dependent upon hose layout and elevation change.
TURBODRAFT SET UP
Weighing only 48 lbs, the 5” TurboDraft can easily be put into service with minimal personnel. Setup is quick and simple utilizing standard fire service hose lines. Once the 2 ½” feed line and the 5” LDH return line are connected, the TurboDraft is deployed into the static source.
TURBODRAFT OPERATION
The inlet section valve of the pumping engine is left closed and its air bleeder is opened. The 2 ½” line is charged using water from the on board water tank. The force of this flow combined with the TurboDraft technology creates a suction that draws water from the static source. As this happens, the LDH is charged back to the pump suction valve. After the air is bled from the LDH, the bleeder valve is closed and the intake valve is opened. The water supply has been established. 200 gpm is re-circulated through the pump to maintain a continuous flow without the need of the onboard water tank.
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