Manifolds

What is a manifold? (AKA Water Thief) 

A manifold or water thief is a firefighting appliance that helps you break a single water source down into several smaller water sources. This allows you to get water to various points on the fire ground and adjust your tactics as needed.

You can use the manifold to simultaneously operate handlines and initial attack monitors from a single water source. 

What problems do manifolds solve?

1. Overcoming Water Supply Challenges: Struggling with water supply on fire grounds with a long set back? Manifold valves ensure a steady and reliable water flow, even at a distance.
2. Multi-Point Fire Attacks: Need to attack multiple points on the fire ground from one water source? Manifold valves allow you to efficiently distribute water to various attack lines.
3. Rural and Remote Hydrant Issues: Facing limited hydrant availability in rural or remote areas? Manifold valves provide a versatile solution for water distribution.
4. Large-Scale Fire Incident Management: Managing water distribution in large-scale fire incidents is made easier with manifold valves, ensuring every hose gets the required pressure.
5. Quick Hose Connections: Facilitating quick and efficient hose connections, manifold valves save valuable time during emergency responses.
6. Reduced Need for Multiple Pumpers: Minimize the need for multiple pumpers on the scene with the efficient water distribution provided by manifold valves.
7. Operational Efficiency and Coordination: Improve overall operational efficiency and coordination, making firefighting operations smoother and more effective.
8. Enhanced Water Flow Control: Gain better control over water flow to different attack lines, making your firefighting efforts more precise and powerful.

Key Features:

LDH Waterway

Our LDH manifolds use a half ball valve design that gives you a large, unobstructed water way when the valve is open. This allows for low friction loss.

The half ball valves are also capable of maintaining position while flowing in gated positions.

The lever allows controlled open and close of LDH waterways. It also prevents water hammer and accidental open or close of LDH.

Valve Control

Manifolds are available with quarter-turn folding handles or slow-close valves that require low force to move, even under pressure. The valve itself will not slam shut under pressure, preventing water hammer.

Folding handles are available to help address your storage and safety concerns.

These options provide the ability to independently control each outlet.

Optional Adjustable Pressure Relief Valve

Easily adjustable with an allen wrench or socket wrench. Helps to protect the manifold and prevent unwanted pressure surges in hoseline or appliance.

Corrosion Resistance 

With proper care, you can expect a long life from your manifold. All aluminum parts are hard coat anodized and powder coated for maximum durability.

Couplings use polymer bearing rings for electrical insulation to prevent galvanic corrosion. 

Configurable Coupling Options

Choose male, female, Storz, or other special threads to fit the needs of your water supply operations.