A Fire Brigade Booster is defined in AS2419.1 as: “A connecting device enabling the fire brigade to pressurize or pump water into a fire hydrant system.”
A booster is fitted into a ‘Fire Brigade Booster Assembly” which is defined in AS2419.1 as: “A configuration of pipes, valves and fittings (inlets and outlets) for use by the fire brigade.”
The purpose of a booster is to provide a means for the fire brigade to repressurise fire systems, via inputting water from their mobile pumping appliance (i.e. fire brigade pumper truck), in the event of multiple attack hydrant use which would normally deplete outlet pressure at all hydrant connections. Such decreased pressure not only limits the capacity to effectively fight the fire but is also life threatening to fire fighting personnel.
- Dobbie boosters are Certified to AS 2419.3:2012.
- Dobbie was the first company in Australia to have their boosters certified to this Standard.
- Dobbie boosters are proudly Australian made.
- Dobbie boosters are the highest quality on the market.
- Dobbie are the only accredited producer of the ‘I’ Pattern Booster.
- Dobbie boosters are available in standard inlet connections to suit every State Fire Brigade requirement.
- Available in PN14, PN21 or PN35 pressure ratings.
- Dobbie boosters have Roll Groove outlet connections.
- The Dobbie Single Booster (80mm) additionally comes with 65mm BSP (f) connection.