What is a Fire Hose Reel

A fire hose reel is a cylindrical spindle made of metal and is used for the storing of a fire hose. The typical length of a fire hose reel is 36m however longer lengths are available. A fire hose reel is used as a first attack apparatus by first responders. A hose reel is great for Class A fires including paper, wood, textiles, most plastics and rubber.

Russ Porteous
CEO, Firewize
19 Jan, 2021
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Fire Hose Reel

Australian Standard AS 2441-2005 specifies requirements for the distribution, location and installation of fire
hose reels in Australia, while Australian Standard AS 1221 specifies requirements for the design, construction, and performance of fixed and swing fire hose reels.

Requirements for fire hose reels;

  • Water discharge should be at 0.45 litres per second when attached to an inlet with pressure of approximately 220 kPa;
  • Fire Hose Reels should be installed such that they are readily accessible in the event of a fire. The location should be clearly marked with appropriate signage.

 

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