CLARKE FIRE PROTECTION

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Global Supplier Of Diesel Fire Pump Engines

FG – Sprinkler Conference 2018

What Business are we in ?
Clarke Fire Markets Served

Clarke USA Served

Clarke Scotland Served

Clarke USA manufactures

electronic Engines for
applications worldwide
Clarke Fire Scotland Facility
Clarke Fire USA Facility
 Certifications & Awards
• Loss Prevention Council (LPC)

• LPCB (Meeting LPS1239)

• ISO 9001:2008, ISO 14001:2004 (Scotland)

• Factory Mutual (FM 1333)

• Underwriters Laboratories (UL 1247/ULC)

 Product Overview
• 405 Diesel Fire Pump Engine Models (7 -> 1,128hp)
• 258 UL-FM Listed Approved Engine Models (35 -> 1,025hp) NFPA20
• 11 LPCB Listed Approved Engine Models (7 -> 275hp) LPS1239
• 1470 – 3000 RPM Speed Ratings
• Global Range of Non-Listed engines for emergency stand-by fire sprinkler
pumps - Manufactured to various Country Code Requirements
(EN12845, VdS, VAS, APSAD, CEPREVEN, AS2941, ASIB, SBF120, DBI, Asia NL, etc)
• Worlds only UL-FM approved Radiator Cooled Engines (39 -> 755hp)
• Mechanical & Electronic Engines (Euro III / US Tier III Emissions)
 Solution Driven Products
• UL Listed & Non Listed cardan Driveshaft’s
• Torsional Couplings, FALK couplings etc.
• Pressure Limiting Drivers (PLD & SPLD) (Suction or Discharge or Both)
• Radiator cooled engines UL-FM & Non Listed applications
• Bespoke Engine only enclosures (Sound Attenuated & Weatherproof)
• Specialized options for unique/complex applications
– NiCad Cells, Air Intake Shut Off Valves, Spark Arresting Equipment etc
 Performance and Reliability
• Every Engine manufactured by Clarke is Load
Tested for 1 hour up to 110% Load
• Test Certificates and Power Curves available
• 2 year warranty on all product
 Dyno Test Procedure
• Range Rated Engines -Two Rated Speeds Engine can be set at any speed between.

• Single Rated Speed Engines

 Why Diesel Driven Pumpsets?
• Reliability of electric supply will affect motor driven
pumpsets.
– Extreme weather causes power cuts globally
– Certain countries do not actually have reliable electricity
• Backup generators which cover fire pump motors must
be sized to include this and all other loads
• Emergency Services will usually turn off electricity &
gas in event of a fire
Power Outages
 Power Outages
• We use electricity every day and often take for granted that it will
always be readily available.
• Sometimes this isn’t the case – for many reasons.
• Blackouts or power outages occur all the time.
• Typically, they are quite manageable and get resolved within a
few minutes or in less than an hour.
• However, there are other instances where this isn’t possible.
• In these situations, homes and businesses can go without power
for half a day to many days. Industries and businesses are greatly
affected as well as methods of transportation and
communication.
 Why Diesel Driven Pumpsets?
• Diesels are definitely more expensive up front,
however:
– Overall cost comparisons show that in many cases
diesel pumpsets can be cheaper.
• Costs for:
– transformer,
– copper wiring for electrical feed,
– electricity for testing during peak times.
 Engine Troubles?

Engines driving Emergency Fire Sprinkler Pumps

Must
Be maintained to avoid disaster
 Maintenance Begins at Installation
• Pilots use dozens of checklists to avoid disaster.

• Commissioning diesel fire pump sets require

the same care & attention.

• Pre-Start & Running Checklists.

 Installation Inspection
• Engine & Pump Alignment Check
– Alignment may be affected during shipping
• Unit Properly Secured & Grouted
– Must be on a concrete plinth and grouted to top of
base (per NFPA20)
– Absorbs vibration & stops misalignment through the
driveline over time.
 Ventilation Inspection
• Pump Room Air Supply/Ventilation
– Inlet louver & ventilating system must:
• Limit temperature to 49C in the room
• The minimum ambient temperature for the pump room
is 4.5C (Per NFPA20)
Ventilation Requirements ?
Ventilation was opening doors !
New Position of Light fitting
Sprinkler Head
Water Tank Maintenance
 Fuel System Inspection
• Flame-resistant reinforced flexible hose connected to
the fuel system piping.
• Fuel piping should not be galvanized steel or copper.
• There must be no shut-off in the fuel return line to the
tank.
• Clear labelling on the fuel tank indicating fuel grade to
be used
• Fuel tank fill level should never get below 66% full.
No Galvanised Steel for Fuel Piping
 Exhaust System Inspection
• Exhaust must be building supported; not
engine supported.
• Insulation wrap the exhaust systems in-room
components.
• Rain cap on outlet if necessary; tight
connections.
 Exhaust System Inspection
• A flex connector shall be used between the
engine and the exhaust pipe.
• The flex connector shall not be used for
misalignment or change direction.
• The purpose of the flex is to allow for thermal
expansion and for isolating engine vibration from
the rest of the exhaust system.
Why Do We Do A Weekly Test ?
 Cooling System Maintenance
Weekly checks
Coolant level and condition
Condition of hoses and belts
Coolant leaks
Cooling loop valves position
Cooling loop solenoid (if equipped)
Cooling water discharge
Clean Y-strainer
Clean radiator core debris (if equipped)
Every 6 months checks
Coolant protection level
Belt tension
Every 2 years
Change coolant
Change coolant hoses and thermostat(s)
Remove water pump & inspect impeller and seal
 Weekly Checks – Static Inspection
• Coolant
– Hoses – Check for rips, splitting, loose clamps, collapses or bulges.
– Level – Engines with Expansion tank make sure level is between minimum
and maximum when the engine is not running. Engine without expansion
tanks make sure coolant is to the bottom of the fill neck.
• If coolant needs to be added, use only ASTM D6210.
 Electrical System
• Batteries must be fully charged for 24Hrs prior to start-
up, and kept charged
• AC power to controller powers battery chargers.
– Engine alternator (if fitted) is a secondary charging device.
• Test frequently to determine condition of the battery
cells and the amount of charge.
• Only distilled water shall be used.
• Battery plates shall be kept submerged at all times.
 Weekly Checks – Static Inspection
• Battery
– Electrolyte level - Unscrew cap and check water level.
 Weekly Checks – Static Inspection
• Battery
– Voltmeter – On a 12 volt system make sure position is between 13 to 14
volt range. On a 24 volt system make sure position is between 26 to 28
volts.
 Weekly Checks – Static Inspection
• Manual Cooling Loop Valves
– Confirm valves are in the correct positions.
 Weekly Checks – Running Inspection
• Operation Gauges
– Make sure gauges are operational and in the correct ranges.
• Engine rpm matches pump
(Off load mechanical engines rpm is
slightly higher than listed speed)
• Coolant temp
160 – 200F (71 – 93C)
• Oil pressure
40 – 60 PSI (276 – 414 kPa) - Deere,
60 – 80 PSI (414 – 552 kPa) - Doosan
• Voltage
13 to 14 Volts (12 Volt)
26 to 28 Volts (24 Volts)
 Weekly Checks – Running Inspection
• General Inspection
– Cooling water – Make sure there is flow and the operating pressure does
not exceed 60 psi (414 kPa) -Use pressure gauge on cooling loop to verify
the pressure.
 Every 6 Months – Additional Items
• Coupling
– Visual, not loose, check set screws
The Norwegian Insurance Approval Board (FG)

If an installer or product is approved by FG, both the insurance companies

and their customers can rest assured that the quality has proved to be
satisfying. In some cases, the insurance companies will demand a certificate of
completion or an inspection report from an FG approved company to secure
the objects' level of quality.
What Business are we in ?
 We are all in the Business of
Saving Lives & Properties
Failure to Properly Install AND Maintain Pump-Sets
(whether diesel or electric)
Can Result in Disaster.
Thank You………… any questions??