IS 884: Scope & Key Specifications for First-Aid Hose Reel

Scope (Clause 3.1 & Table 1)

• Covers materials for hose reel components used in firefighting.
• Materials must conform to relevant Indian Standards (IS).

Key Materials & IS Standards

Design Requirements (Clause 5.1)

• Essential dimensions per Fig. 1 & 2 (not provided here).
• Must comply with clauses 5.2 to 5.4 for performance and safety.

Summary Diagram: Hose Reel Components & Materials

graph TD
    Hub -->|Aluminium alloy| A[IS 617-1975]
    Sides -->|Mild steel sheet| B[IS 513-1973, IS 737-1974]
    Sides -->|Aluminium sheet| C[IS 737-1974]
    WallBracket -->|Mild steel| B
    SwivelJoint -->|Leaded tin bronze| D[IS 318-1981]
    HoseReelTubing -->|Rubber| E[IS 444-1980]
    Nozzle -->|Nozzle & Coupling| F[IS 8090-1976]
    StopValve -->|Valve| G[IS 778-1979]
    PipeFitting

IS 884: Components of Hose Reel — Key Specifications & Materials

Types of Hose Reel (Clause 4.1)

• Type A: Swinging wall mounting (180° rotation)
• Type B: Horizontal type (fire engine mounting)

Testing Pressure (Clause 5.2.1)

• Water supply pressure: 10 bar
• Test with nozzle closed for 5 min (hose fully wound)
• Then unwind hose, maintain 10 bar for another 5 min

Important Dimensions & Threads

• Stop valve inlet: 20 mm, threads as per IS 2643 (Part 1) - 1975 (G 3/4)

graph LR
  A[Hub (Aluminium alloy)] --> B[Sides (Mild steel / Aluminium)]
  B --> C[Wall bracket (Mild steel)]
  C --> D[Swivel joint (Leaded tin bronze)]
  D --> E[Hose reel tubing (Rubber)]
  E --> F[Nozzle + Branch pipe + Coupling]
  F --> G[Stop valve (Copper alloy)]
  G --> H[Pipe with fitting (Steel)]

This summarizes the materials, components, and key testing provisions for hose reels per IS 884.

IS 884: Materials for First-Aid Hose Reel Components

Notes:

• • Aluminium alloy specification for ingots and castings.
• • Cold rolled carbon steel sheets.

• Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloys sheet and strip.

• § Leaded tin bronze ingots and castings.
• ₸ Coupling, branch pipe, nozzle for fire fighting.
• ** Copper alloy valves for water works.
• ± Mild steel tubes and fittings.

Summary

• Use Aluminium alloy (A-8 WP) for hubs for corrosion resistance.
• Mild steel sheets for structural parts like sides and brackets.
• Leaded tin bronze for swivel joints ensures wear resistance.
• Hose tubing must conform to rubber hose IS: 444-1980 for flexibility and durability.
• Valves and fittings must comply with respective IS codes for fire safety reliability.

This ensures compliance with material strength, durability, and fire safety standards.

graph TD
    Hub -->|Aluminium alloy| IS_617
    Sides -->|Mild steel / Aluminium sheet| IS_513_737
    Wall_bracket -->|Mild steel| IS_513
    Swivel_joint -->|Leaded tin bronze| IS_318
    Hose_reel_tubing -->|Rubber| IS_444
    Nozzle

IS 884: Key Specifications for Types of Hose Reels

Types of Hose Reels (Clause 4.1)

• Type A: Swinging wall mounting type (180º swing)
• Type B: Horizontal type for fire engine installation

Components & Materials (Clause 3.1, Table 1)

Important Features

• Type A includes swivel joints for 180º swinging (Clause 5.5).
• Inlet stop valve threads conform to IS 2643 (Pt 1) - 1975.
• All dimensions are in millimeters.

Summary Diagram of Type A Hose Reel Components

graph LR
A[Wall Bracket] --> B[Hub]
B --> C[Swivel Joint]
C --> D[Hose Reel Tubing]
D --> E[Nozzle with Shutoff]
B --> F[Stop Valve]

This summary helps select the correct hose reel type and ensures compliance with IS 884 materials and construction standards.

IS 884 - Performance Requirements and Tests Summary

1. Performance Requirements (Clauses 5.1 to 5.4)

• Hose reels must conform to essential dimensions (Fig.1 & 2).
• Designed to meet strength, durability, and functional criteria.
• Materials as per Table 1 (Clause 3.1) ensuring quality and fire resistance.

2. Materials (Table 1 Highlights)

3. Tests for Conformity (Clause 7.1)

• Impact Test: Using a 25 kg hammer with a 125 mm flat face (Fig. 3).
• Load Test: 80 kg suspended mass applied on front plate (Fig. 4).
• Visual, dimensional, and functional checks as per standard.

Typical Test Setup (Mermaid Diagram)

graph TD
  A[Hose Reel Assembly] --> B[Impact Test]
  B --> C{25 kg Hammer Drop}
  A --> D[Load Test]
  D --> E{80 kg Suspended Load}
  C --> F[Check for Damage]
  E --> F
  F --> G[Pass/Fail Criteria]

Note: Refer IS 884 for detailed dimensional drawings and test procedures. This ensures hose reels are safe, durable, and reliable for firefighting.

IS 884: Marking and Workmanship - Key Points

Marking (Clause 6.1.1 & 6.1.2)

• Standard Mark may be applied on the product.
• Use of the Standard Mark is regulated by the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 1986.
• License conditions for the Standard Mark are available from BIS.

Workmanship (General)

• Products must be manufactured with good workmanship ensuring:
  • Smooth surface finish
  • Accurate dimensions as per design
  • No sharp edges or burrs
  • Proper assembly and fitting of components

Materials & Components (Table 1, Clause 3.1)

Summary Diagram of Components and Materials

graph LR
A[Hub] -->|Aluminium alloy| B[IS: 617-1975]
C[Sides] -->|Mild steel sheet / Aluminium sheet| D[IS: 513-1973 / IS: 737-1974]
E[Wall bracket] -->|Mild steel| F[IS: 513-1973]
G[Swivel joint] -->|Leaded tin bronze| H[IS: 318-1981]
I[Hose reel tubing] -->|Rubber| J[IS: 444-1980]
K[Nozzle & branch pipe] -->|As

IS 884 - Criteria for Conformity: Key Points & Tables

Clause 7: Criteria for Conformity

• Hose-reel must comply with essential dimensions (Fig. 1 & 2) and requirements in Clauses 5.2 to 5.4.
• Materials and components must conform to specified Indian Standards (IS).

Table 1: Materials for Hose Reel Components

Important Notes:

• Dimensions must strictly follow IS 884 Fig. 1 & 2.
• Material quality is critical for durability and performance.
• Use Standard Mark only under BIS licensing conditions (Clause 6.1.2).

Summary Diagram (Component-Material Mapping)

graph TD
  Hub -->|Aluminium Alloy| IS617
  Sides -->|Mild Steel / Aluminium Sheet| IS513 & IS737
  WallBracket -->|Mild Steel| IS513
  SwivelJoint -->|Leaded Tin Bronze| IS318
  HoseReelTubing -->|Rubber| IS444
  Nozzle -->|As per IS8090| IS8090
  StopValve -->|As per IS778| IS778
  PipeFitting -->|Steel| IS1239

Use IS 884 along with referenced IS standards for full compliance and safety.

IS 884 - 1985: Painting and Corrosion Protection for Fire Fighting Hose-Reels

The standard primarily specifies materials and does not detail painting or corrosion protection explicitly. However, based on typical engineering practice and IS codes related to steel and fire-fighting equipment:

Key Points on Corrosion Protection:

• Material Selection: Use corrosion-resistant materials like aluminium alloys (A-8 WP IS:617-1975) and leaded tin bronze (Grade LTB-2 IS:318-1981) for components prone to corrosion.
• Mild Steel Components: Mild steel sheets (IS:513-1973) used for sides and brackets should be protected by:
  • Surface Preparation: Clean and remove rust or mill scale.
  • Primer Coating: Apply zinc-rich or red oxide primer.
  • Finish Paint: Use durable synthetic enamel or epoxy coatings suitable for fire-fighting environments.
• Rubber Hose Protection: Hose tubing (IS:444-1980) is inherently corrosion-resistant but must be inspected regularly.

Typical Painting Specification (per general IS practice):

Corrosion Protection Flowchart:

flowchart TD
    A[Material Selection] --> B{Is material steel?}
    B -- Yes --> C[Surface Preparation]
    C --> D[Apply Primer]
    D --> E[Apply Intermediate Coat]
    E --> F[Apply Finish Coat]
    B -- No --> G[Use as is or minimal protection]
    F --> H[Inspection & Maintenance]
    G --> H

Summary:

• Use corrosion-resistant alloys where possible.
• Protect mild steel with primers and paint layers.
• Follow IS:513 and IS:617 for steel and aluminium sheet specs.
• Regular inspection and maintenance are essential for durability.

For detailed painting systems, refer to IS 1477 (Paints and varnishes) and IS 4759 (Corrosion protection of steel structures by protective paint systems).