We have the staff, experience and equipment to carry out your fire hydrant flow testing requirements.
We can help you with the following:
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If you have been asked to complete hydrant flow testing by Watercare (or other Territorial Authority), or, as part of your resource consent you need to prove the fire fighting water supply classification (FW testing) available to your new development.
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If you have fire hydrants located on private property and need to meet your insurance company’s testing requirements or if you are unsure of your obligations under PAS 4509 2008 New Zealand Fire Service Fire Fighting Water Supplies Code of Practice.
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If you need to determine mains pressure and water supply for a new sprinkler system installation
Flow testing for developments
Nova Flowtec Services are an approved hydrant testing company with significant experience in testing and reporting on the performance of water mains for fire-fighting water supply and classification (for consent purposes) and sprinkler system design.
We often find people are confused by what their testing requirements are. We consult with Watercare (or other council) and/or your fire engineer to establish the best testing procedure for your project. At Nova Flowtec we will happily do this on your behalf at no extra cost.
We use Giddens flowmeters for firefighting water supply testing. We carry enough equipment to conduct fire water classification testing up to FW7.
All hydrant testing conducted on reticulated networks maintained and operated by a territorial authority are conducted under an access permit specific for your test.
Please contact us regarding any fire hydrant testing requirements you may have.
Fire hydrants located on private or commercial property
Has your insurance company asked you for your testing records for your private fire hydrants?
We can carry out testing and reporting of these hydrants as required.
Testing requirements are detailed in PAS 4509 2008 New Zealand Fire Service Fire Fighting Water Supplies Code of Practice. We are able to supply you with information regarding your obligations under this code of practice and conduct any testing that may be necessary.
For more information, please contact us.
We are an independent company providing testing and inspection services for all hydrant systems in buildings (riser mains, Specified System 6). We do not provide any services relating to repairs or maintenance so you can be confident we are completely impartial.
We can help you with the following services:
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Annual riser main inspections and flow testing for Building Warrant of Fitness purposes.
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Testing of all new hydrant systems for buildings
Fire hydrants in buildings are an essential part of a buildings fire protection plan. They enable FENZ to access water throughout the building during a fire situation. We currently inspect and test systems located between Kaitaia and Taupo.
Nova Flowtec Services has two fire appliances for building hydrant testing. We use identical hoses and couplings to those used by Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ).
Nova Flowtec Services carries significant insurance cover for your piece of mind.
For any further enquiries about the testing of your building hydrant system please contact us.
Established in 1995, Nova Flowtec Services has over 25 years' experience and are the industry leaders in fire hydrant flow testing.
We are a NZ-owned company providing independent inspection and testing services. We provide no services relating to repairs or maintenance, so you can be confident we are completely impartial.
We are approved contractors authorised to carry out firefighting water supply testing in multiple areas of the upper North Island including Watercare, Veolia, Waikato District, Hamilton City Water and Waipa District Council’s for the testing of fire hydrants on water mains.
Testing is conducted in accordance with PAS 4509:2008 New Zealand Fire Service Fire Fighting Water Supplies Code of Practice.
We carry out commissioning and annual testing and inspection services on hydrant systems in buildings (Riser Mains for Fire Service Use, Specified System 6) located between Kaitaia and Taupo.
We are IQP registered for Building Warrant of Fitness purposes. Testing and inspections are in accordance with NZS 4510.
Inquiries
For any inquiries or questions regarding fire hydrant flow testing or riser main testing please call:
09 444-8375 or fill out the following form