DG Plumbing and Hydrant Services is a Canberra based plumbing company locally owned and operated. Specialising in AS1851 Fire Hydrant service and maintenance, including Hydrant Booster flow testing.

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Plumbing and Fire Hydrant Services

Plumbing and Fire Hydrant Services including installation and maintenance to AS1851 and AS2419.1 in Canberra and surrounds. Specialising in Hydrant Booster flow testing, Pressure and flow testing including Fire service flow testing and Annubar flow testing. New Hydrant service commissioning and hydrostatic testing to AS2419.1 - 2021 & 2005.

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AS1851 – 2012 Table 4.4.4. Hydrostatic Testing.

The system shall be pressurised at the highest hydrant outlet to not less than 1.5 times the highest pressure at that location or 1700 Kpa, whichever is the greater. The test shall be applied for a duration of 2 hours.

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AS1851 – 2012 Table 4.4.4. Hydrant Booster Flow Testing.

5 yearly Booster connection flow test. A booster test pumping appliance simulates Fire Brigade operations when firefighting. This test confirms the operation of the booster assembly and that there are no obstructions between the booster assembly and the most disadvantaged remote hydrant point.

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AS2419.1-2021 Appendix T Flow And Pressure Performance Testing.

Booster flow testing. A booster test pumping appliance simulates Fire Brigade operations when firefighting. This test confirms the operation of the booster assembly and that there are no obstructions between the booster assembly and the most disadvantaged remote hydrant point.

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Pre-construction Flow And Pressure Testing.

Water main flow and pressure testing gives your hydraulic or fire services designer accurate data for your new hydraulic or fire service.

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AS2419.1-2005 Section 10 Commissioning, Hydrostatic Testing.

The system shall be pressurised at the elevation of the highest hydrant outlet within each pressure zone, to not less than 1.5 times the highest pressure at that location or 1700 kPa, whichever is the greater.

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AS1851 – 2012 Fire Hydrant Routine Service And Maintenance.

Including Hydrant and booster connection service or replacement, Check valve replacements and all types of hydrostatic and flow testing requirements.

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AS2419.1-2021 Appendix S Hydrostatic Testing.

A test pressure of not less than 1700kPa measured from the fire brigade booster assembly or 1300kpa at the most hydraulically disadvantaged hydrant valve for a minimum of 2 hours (AS2419.1-2021, Appendix S)

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DG Plumbing and Hydrant Services is your trusted partner for plumbing and fire services in Canberra and NSW. Our story began with a clear mission in mind: Plumbing and Fire Hydrant Services including Installation and Maintenance to AS1851 and AS2419.1 in Canberra. Within this we specialise in tackling a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of AS1851 – 2012 Table 4.4.4, specifically the Hydrant Booster Flow Testing. This test, required every five years, is critical in ensuring the correct operation of a Hydrant system and its booster in a fire situation.

Our commitment to upholding quality, safety, and strict adherence to industry regulations is paramount. We're always investing into training and upgrading our equipment to make sure our clients receive the best service. Led by Daniel Goonan and his 20 years of specialised experience, we're more than ready to tackle all plumbing and fire hydrant service, maintenance and installation.

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