Fire Hydrant / Landing Valve System

Reliable First-Line Fire Defense for Buildings in Ladakh & Srinagar

A Hydrant or Landing Valve is a critical component of any building’s fire protection system. These are essential for fighting large fires where portable extinguishers are not sufficient. Hydrant systems provide high-pressure water supply through strategically placed valves to help firefighters and trained personnel control and extinguish fires quickly.

What is a Hydrant / Landing Valve?

A Landing Valve (also known as a fire hydrant valve) is a manual stop valve that forms part of a hydrant system. It allows fire personnel or responders to access pressurized water inside a building or outdoor fire network.

It’s usually connected to a water source (such as overhead tanks, underground tanks, or pump-fed systems) and provides a dedicated outlet to which fire hoses can be attached.

Key Components:

• Landing Valve / Hydrant Outlet – The point of water discharge
• Hydrant Pipe Network – Carries water from the source to the hydrant points
• Fire Hose & Nozzles – Attached for water spraying
• Fire Pumps (Main/Jockey/Standby) – Maintain water pressure
• Hose Reel Drum / Cabinet – Neatly stores hoses and nozzles

Where is it Used?

Hydrant systems with landing valves are mandatory or recommended in:

• High-rise buildings (residential & commercial)
• Hospitals & Schools
• Shopping malls & Multiplexes
• Factories & Warehouses
• Petrol Pumps & Fuel Depots
• Airports, Military Bases, and Railway Stations
• Government & Corporate Offices
• Hotels, Banks, and Data Centers

These systems are especially vital in regions like Leh, Kargil, and Srinagar, where emergency response may be delayed due to challenging terrain or weather conditions.

How It Works:

1. A fire breaks out.
2. Firefighters or trained staff open the landing valve and connect a hose.
3. Water, under high pressure, flows from the hydrant line.
4. The hose and nozzle direct water onto the fire.
5. Pumps ensure steady pressure throughout the operation.

Hydrant systems are often part of a wet riser or sprinkler system, and work alongside fire alarm systems for total fire protection.

Why It’s Essential:

• Unlimited water supply during fire events
• Fast connection for fire brigade hoses
• Covers large areas compared to extinguishers
• Critical in multistory buildings and industrial zones
• Meets statutory fire safety norms (IS:5290 for Landing Valves)

Material & Quality Standards:

• Body Material: Gunmetal (LG2), Stainless Steel, or Bronze
• Inlet/Outlet: Flanged or Instantaneous
• Standard: Conforms to IS:5290 Type A or B
• Finish: Red epoxy paint or natural metal finish
• Pressure Rating: Usually 14 kg/cm² (can vary)

Routine Maintenance Checklist:

• Monthly valve operation checks
• Annual hydrostatic testing
• Inspection of pipe network and pressure gauge
• Fire pump performance test
• Hose reel and nozzle condition checks

Services Available In:

• Leh, Kargil, Drass, Zanskar
• Srinagar

Need Installation or AMC Services?

Yakland Enterprises offers complete hydrant system setup, testing, maintenance, and fire audits for commercial, residential, and industrial properties.

📱 +91 9906707155 / +91 6005165443
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