How To: Guide

How to Install a Private Fire Hydrant
Private fire hydrants are indeed becoming increasingly popular in California and other states due to the heightened risk of wildfires across the United States. The upfront cost of installation and...
How to Install a Private Fire Hydrant
Private fire hydrants are indeed becoming increasingly popular in California and other states due to the heightened risk of wildfires across the United States. The upfront cost of installation and...

How to Protect Your Fire Department Connection
Popular methods for protecting a new or existing Fire Department Connection to prevent debris, trash, or other items from blocking the flow of water in case of emergency.
How to Protect Your Fire Department Connection
Popular methods for protecting a new or existing Fire Department Connection to prevent debris, trash, or other items from blocking the flow of water in case of emergency.

How to Calculate Gallons Per Minute (GPM)
Measure the amount of water coming out of your hose or nozzle over a period of time using simple methods and calculations.
How to Calculate Gallons Per Minute (GPM)
Measure the amount of water coming out of your hose or nozzle over a period of time using simple methods and calculations.

How to Connect to a Fire Hydrant
Most fire hydrants have two 2.5 inch hose connection outlets with 7.5 threads per inch (TPI) and one 4.5 inch-pumper connection outlet with 4 threads per inch.
How to Connect to a Fire Hydrant
Most fire hydrants have two 2.5 inch hose connection outlets with 7.5 threads per inch (TPI) and one 4.5 inch-pumper connection outlet with 4 threads per inch.

How to Choose a Fire Hose Nozzle
Choosing a fire hose nozzle can be a simple process. First, you will need to determine your specific application.
How to Choose a Fire Hose Nozzle
Choosing a fire hose nozzle can be a simple process. First, you will need to determine your specific application.

How to Install a Dry Fire Hydrant
In rural areas where municipal water systems are not available, dry hydrants are used to supply water for firefighting.
How to Install a Dry Fire Hydrant
In rural areas where municipal water systems are not available, dry hydrants are used to supply water for firefighting.