Split Case Fire Pump

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Description

NM Fire provides a complete range of UL/FM Approved Fire Pumps, with the most popular models being:

  • Horizontal Split Case Fire Pump → high flow capacity, easy maintenance
  • Vertical Turbine Fire Pump → ideal for deep water sources

These two pump types cover nearly 100% of fire protection system requirements for FDI factories, shopping malls (AEON), logistics centers, and oil & gas facilities.


1. NM Fire UL/FM Split Case Fire Pump

Standard Solution for High-Capacity Fire Protection Systems

Overview

The Split Case Fire Pump (horizontally split casing type) is an industrial centrifugal pump specifically designed for fire protection applications, featuring:

  • Double suction impeller
  • Two-end bearing support
  • Horizontally split casing for quick maintenance
  • Ideal for positive suction water sources such as fire water tanks

Technical Specifications

Performance Range

  • Flow Rate:
    300 – 8,000 GPM (approx. 68 – 1,800 m³/h)
  • Head:
    50 – 570 PSI (approx. 3.5 – 39 bar)
  • Speed:
    1,480 – 2,980 RPM

Standards & Certifications

  • UL Listed
  • FM Approved
  • NFPA 20
  • EN 12845

Pump Set Configuration

Drivers

  • Electric Motor (UL Listed)
  • Diesel Engine (UL/FM Approved)

Controllers

  • Tornatech / Eaton (UL/FM Approved)

Typical Materials of Construction

  • Casing: Ductile Cast Iron
  • Impeller: SS304 / Bronze
  • Shaft: AISI 4340
  • Shaft Sleeve: SS304
  • Wear Ring: Bronze
  • Seal: Gland Packing
  • Bearing: SKF

Main Components

  • Horizontally split pump casing
  • Double suction impeller
  • Shaft with two-end bearings
  • Sealing system
  • Wear ring

Key Technical Features

  • Double volute design reduces radial thrust and vibration
  • High efficiency with low hydraulic losses
  • Easy maintenance without removing piping
  • Stable operation under high flow conditions

Applications

  • Shopping malls (AEON, Lotte, etc.)
  • Industrial plants
  • Logistics warehouses
  • High-rise buildings
  • Power plants
  • Oil & gas facilities

2. NM Fire UL/FM Vertical Turbine Fire Pump

Solution for Deep Water Sources – Wells / Underground Tanks

Overview

The Vertical Turbine Fire Pump is designed with submerged hydraulic components, making it ideal when:

  • Fire water tanks are installed underground
  • Water source is from wells, ponds, or reservoirs

Technical Specifications

Performance Range

  • Flow Rate:
    100 – 7,500 GPM (approx. 23 – 1,700 m³/h)
  • Head:
    40 – 377 PSI (approx. 2.8 – 26 bar)
  • Speed:
    1,480 – 2,900 RPM

Configuration

  • Electric Motor / Diesel Engine
  • Open Shaft / Enclosed Shaft design

Typical Materials of Construction

  • Impeller: Stainless Steel / Bronze
  • Shaft: Stainless Steel
  • Bearing: Teflon / Thordon
  • Seal: Gland Packing

Main Components

  • Discharge Head
  • Column Pipe
  • Line Shaft
  • Bowl Assembly (multi-stage)
  • Suction Bell

Advantages

  • Deep water suction capability (less dependent on NPSH)
  • Stable operation under low water level conditions
  • High reliability for fire protection systems
  • Suitable for critical-duty industrial projects