Firefighting

Sterling Hose, Reel & Supply, LLC supplies firefighting hoses that are typically found in fire departments or in companies that fight fires. Some of the fire hose brochures are located at the bottom of the page and we can design or source any other hoses that might be needed. An inventory of Storz couplings in sizes up to 12” are available for immediate shipping. In addition to the traditional firefighting equipment, Sterling also offers hoses required by specialty firefighting services. These specially designed hoses and equipment are used by companies fighting fires in refineries, tank facilities, oil well fires, industrial facilities, timber and lumber yards, range fires and forest fires. Growing concerns have increased the need and demand for rapid emergency response and deployment of fire suppression equipment. Sterling is ready to help with this process and provide fire companies and fire departments with the hoses and equipment they need for future emergencies.

Range & Forest Fire Fighting Solutions

Firefighting hoses from Sterling are commonly used for large-volume water transfer during forest firefighting for several key reasons:

Rapid Deployment

Speed is Critical: In forest fire situations, time is of the essence. Hoses, particularly lay flat hoses, can be quickly deployed and set up over long distances, allowing firefighters to establish water lines rapidly to combat the spreading flames.

Flexibility: Hoses can be easily unrolled and connected, often without the need for heavy equipment. This rapid deployment is crucial in getting water to the fire as quickly as possible.

Flexibility and Maneuverability

Adaptability to Terrain: Forest terrains are often rugged, uneven, and filled with obstacles like trees, rocks, and dense vegetation. Hoses are flexible and can be routed around obstacles, over hills, and through valleys, ensuring that water reaches even the most inaccessible areas.

Ease of Adjustment: During a fire, conditions can change rapidly. Hoses allow for quick adjustments in the field, enabling firefighters to reposition water lines or extend them as the fire moves or grows.

Transportability

Lightweight: Firefighting hoses, especially lay flat hoses, are lightweight and can be easily transported by firefighters, vehicles, or even helicopters to remote or difficult-to-access locations. This portability is crucial when fighting fires in large, remote forested areas.

Compact Storage: When not in use, hoses can be rolled up and stored compactly, making them easy to transport and store on-site or between different fire locations.

High Capacity and Pressure

Large Volume Transfer: Modern firefighting hoses are designed to handle large volumes of water, which is essential when trying to douse large areas or keep up with the demands of a spreading wildfire. The ability to move vast amounts of water quickly is critical in controlling the fire’s advance.

High Pressure: Firefighting hoses are built to withstand high water pressures, ensuring that water can be effectively delivered over long distances and through tough terrain to reach the fire.

High Pressure & High-Volume Transfer Options: Sterling offers hoses specifically designed for High Volume & Pressure Transfers. Sterling Secure Flow Prime is one of the few hoses on the market that can provide working pressures of 250 PSI and handling maximum flow rates of over 8,000 gallons per minute.

Durability

Tough Materials: Firefighting hoses are made from durable materials that can withstand harsh conditions, including extreme heat, rough terrain, and abrasion. This durability ensures that the hoses remain functional throughout the firefight, even in challenging environments.

Longevity: Quality hoses are designed to last, which means they can be used repeatedly in multiple fire situations, making them a reliable tool in the firefighting arsenal.

Versatility

Multi-Purpose Use: Firefighting hoses can be used not only for directly applying water to fires but also for creating wet lines (areas where water is applied ahead of the fire to create a barrier), supplying water to other equipment (like portable pumps), or even delivering fire retardants mixed with water.

Compatibility with Equipment: Fire hoses can be connected to various sources, such as fire engines, portable pumps, or natural water sources like rivers and lakes, making them versatile in different fire suppression strategies.

Supporting Infrastructure

Integration with Firefighting Systems: Hoses are an integral part of established firefighting systems, easily connecting to existing pumps, tanks, and other equipment. This integration simplifies operations and ensures a reliable flow of water during firefighting efforts.

Scalability: Firefighting hoses can be joined together to cover extensive distances, making it possible to deliver water over large areas of forest, which is essential for controlling widespread fires. High Volume Transfer distances of 50 to 100 miles can be achieved in a short period of time.

Sterling hoses are used for large-volume water transfer when fighting forest fires because they offer a combination of rapid deployment, flexibility, portability, high capacity, durability, and versatility. These attributes make hoses supplied by Sterling an essential tool in the complex and demanding task of forest fire suppression, ensuring that firefighters can effectively deliver the necessary water to control and extinguish fires.

Sterling Hose offers a full line of fittings, tanks, pumps, water cannons or big gun sprinklers, sprinkler and gun stands, automated controls, hose handling systems and design support.

Our goal is to help you prepare for future emergencies with the best High Volume Water Transfer products available.

To learn more, contact us at: sales@sterlinghose.com or 855-577-HOSE (4673).