NFPA 20 Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection, 2025 Edition ISBN: 978-1455931491

NFPA 20 Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection, 2025 Edition

The NFPA 20:2025 standard is about installing fire pumps that are reliable and work well for fire protection. It gives updated advice on how to design, choose, install, test, and keep these pumps in good condition to make sure there’s enough water available during a fire. The standard covers different types of pumps like horizontal and vertical turbine pumps, and it also includes information on electrical and mechanical parts, controllers, and the engines or motors that power the pumps. It also talks about checking these pumps when they are first installed and during regular inspections to keep them working safely over time.

What it Covers:
Design & Selection: How to pick the right size pump and type, like horizontal split case or vertical inline, and what extra parts are needed.

Installation: Rules for setting up the pump room, pipes, the motor or engine, the control system, and the power source.

Testing & Maintenance: Steps for testing the pump when it’s first set up, checking it regularly, and keeping it in good working order.

Drivers: Instructions for using electric motors and diesel engines, including how they get power and how they are controlled.