Fire pump control panels certified according to AS 2941
This type of fire pump controllers contain in their system, control programs, performance and maintenance management of IoT environments and have the ability to detect faults and send alerts and notifications in real time to technical personnel, either in the field or remotely.
AS 2941 sets out stringent standards and requirements that fire pump control panels must meet to ensure their reliability and effectiveness in emergency situations
SVE Corp.’s fire pump control panels have undergone rigorous approval testing by CEPREVEN who now list the products on their website. This ensures that these state-of-the-art products comply with the guidelines set out in AS 2941:2013
The strategic partnership with Control Panels Australia, CPA, allows SVE Corp. to understand the needs and challenges of the Australian market and to benefit from their outstanding technical, service and local implementation capabilities
In the fire protection market, safety and reliability are key issues. Australia, like some other advanced countries, has established specific standards and regulations to ensure an optimal level of safety in fire prevention. AS 2941, developed by safety experts and endorsed by the relevant authorities, is a key reference in this country. This regulation sets stringent standards and requirements that fire pump controllers must meet to ensure their reliability and efficiency in emergency situations.
The controllers are, together with the engine, diesel or electric, and the pump itself, one of the 3 fundamental parts of the fire pump set; they represent the interconnection between the fire pump, other elements of the extinguishing system and people, thus providing alarms and notifications in the event of faults or abnormal conditions. In Australia, compliance with AS 2941:2013 is essential to provide the local market with the product they are accustomed to and offers the highest standards of quality, safety and usability in the event of a fire.
Requirements of the standard AS 2941
Some of the key requirements of AS 2941 include:
- Functionality: There are several features that make pump control panels in Australia unique in the world, some of which are detailed below:
- Crank Isolate Wrench
- Battery charge control conditioned to battery temperature
- Requirement for measurement of battery charging current by the auxiliary alternator on the main engine.
- Emergency cranking contactors independent of the control panel
- Overspeed test button
- A series of indications with very characteristic lights
Control panels must be able to monitor and control fire pumps efficiently. This includes the ability to receive alarm signals, provide notifications and record relevant events.
- Design and quality: The Australian market, through its standard, demands guaranteed quality and performance above other requirements such as economic ones.
- Testing and maintenance: The standard also sets out requirements for the testing, inspection and maintenance of fire pump controllers. This ensures that the systems are in optimal operating condition and meet safety standards.
To ensure compliance with AS 2941:2013, fire pump controllers are required to be certified by recognised bodies in the field of fire protection. These certifications ensure that the products comply with the specific standards and requirements of the standard.
Advantages of SVE Corp. controllers for fire pump in Australia
At SVE Corp. we lead the industry with our experience and expertise in the design and manufacture of fire pump controllers. We have invested in research and development and rigorous testing to deliver state-of-the-art products that meet the guidelines set out in AS 2941:2013. Highlights include communications with engines and surrounding systems as well as embedded web-based applications and functionality for smartphones and tablets.
History of SVE Corp. products in the Australian market and the AS 2941 standard
- SCF122-D-AS: SVE Corp. has been present in the Australian market together with its local strategic partner Control Panels Australia, CPA since the distant year of 2014 when it introduced SVE Corp. product SCF122-AS which revolutionised the local Australian market by being the first controller available with microprocessor-based electronic technology.
SCF122-AS, the first controller available with microprocessor-based electronic technology
- SCF30-D-AS: In 2019, after several years of interaction with various Australian customers, always through CPA, and having received the indications contrasted with CPA, SVE Corp. proposes to the Australian market its second generation of control panels, being at the same time the first control panel conceived natively to meet the specific Australian local needs. This is the SCF830-D-AS model. Among other elements, the battery chargers, specially designed to meet the AS 2941:2013 standard, the enormous capacity of its communications systems and the compact design adapted to the uses and customs of Australian users stand out.
SCF830-D-AS, the first control panel conceived natively to meet the specific Australian local needs
- SCF840-D-AS: Finally, in 2022 SVE Corp., through its partner Control Panels Australia, presents the most advanced control panel on the market, SCF840-D-AS, the first product certified and listed by CEPREVEN, whose most relevant features include the use of a large colour graphic display, the generation and processing of a large amount of data, the use of an embedded web and the possibility of interaction via commercial smartphones or tablets.
SCF840-D-AS, the first product certified and listed by CEPREVEN
- SCF8C-J-AS: With this controller SVE Corp. responds to the most genuine needs coming from the most demanding customers control of the Jacking pumps, which are responsible for maintaining the pressure of the hydraulic fire-fighting network and for the initial filling of the water pipes. They automate the switching on and off of Jacking pump sets in an intelligent way, responding to the needs of the system. They ensure their protection through alarms generated and connected to the controller. In addition, they provide a clear display of the most important values and information. They facilitate communication with the operator, peripheral components and the remote control centre.
- Small size
- User-friendly
- Automatic
- Configurable
- Adapted to any environment
The SCF8C-J-AS automatically start and stop Jacking pumps depending on the system’s demand
Strategic partnership with Control Panels Australia
We understand the importance of collaborating with established industry professionals in the relevant markets to develop fire pump controller that are reliable, safe and tailored to market requirements. That is why we have a strategic partnership of interaction in distribution and support with Control Panels Australia, from their industrial base in Sydney. This collaboration allows SVE Corp. to understand the needs and challenges of the Australian market.
At SVE Corp. we provide ready-to-use, tailor-made solutions to meet the needs of our customers and the demands of their industry, in addition to expert advice and excellent customer service, ensuring proper installation and ongoing support throughout the life cycle of fire pump controllers.
