Ductile iron pipe systems for

safe fire-extinguishing pipes

ductile iron technologies

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 Wherever human lives have to
be protected, redundancy, safety
and reserves are a must.

Fire-extinguishing pipes
from TRM
flexible and safe solutions

Fire-extinguishing pipes Principles

A fire-extinguishing system is a technical system which is constantly on standby and which tackles a
fire with an extinguishing agent. It is used for protecting and saving human lives. Wherever human
lives have to be protected, redundancy, safety and reserves are a must. A fire-extinguishing
pipe must be able to function reliably in a serious situation.

Ductile iron pipe systems from TRM with their large safety reserves and VRS-T-connection offer this
100% solution through:

1. Operational reliability:
Compared to other materials, cast iron pipes from TRM offer unique mechanical capabilities and
reserves and therefore can withstand pressure surges and possible unforeseen influences
over a long lifetime.

2. Non-flammable pipeline material:

TRM ductile iron pipes can withstand 900C of heat for 60 minutes.
The outstanding product quality is regularly checked and certified by recognised bodies (for
instance ISO 9001, FM Approvals, MA39).

3. VRS-T: Simple. Fast. Force-locking. Safe.

A robust pipe system is created by the most simple locking mechanism which allows for a
very short time for installation.
In addition, TRM offers a unique, flexible range of fittings and solutions for details like offsets,
connections to hydrants, changes of direction, branches, etc.

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At full power!
VRS-T-connection and the mechanical
properties of the material are the top
choice for fire-extinguishing pipelines.
Ductile means formable. The endurance test shows the mechanical capabilities
and reserves that are unique to ductile iron the top choice for fire-extinguishing
pipelines with stringent safety requirements.

In order to ensure that the safety reserves of to follow the direction of the road, bridge or
the ductile iron pipe are met by the entire pipe tunnel, and savings can be made on fittings.
system, operators rely on the restraint Furthermore, the system allows building
VRS-T-connection. In this way, individual pipes tolerances to be compensated for.
are connected to form one system without the
need for time-consuming welding, testing, Detailed information for planning can be found
later surface treatment or problems during in our ductile iron pipe systems manual that can
loosening and adaptation of connections. The be downloaded at: www.trm.at.
simple installation process doesn't just save
time; in most cases it can be carried out by the
construction firms themselves.
The pipes can be bent up to 5 at the joints. This
means that, with a resulting curve radius of
57 m, the ductile iron pipe can be adapted

VRS -T / TYTON gasket

Retaining chamber
SOCKET
Weld bead

Lock

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 "The simple installation process
doesn't just save time; in most cases
it can be carried out by the
construction firms themselves.

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A THERMALLY D THERMAL INSULATION IN THE

INSULATED PIPES COLLECTOR PIPE
for sections at risk of frost saves on pre insulation of the pipes and, thus, on
A such as at tunnel portals. construction time. Maintains the flexibility of the
ductile iron pipe system with a VRS-T-connection.

B SPIGOT WITH A WELD E PIPE SECTIONS (SPOOLS)

BEAD for example, for hydrant niches. They
positioned in the fitting. The cut pipe are used for easy adaptation to local
is turned around. Position the pipe conditions and can also be sourced from
clamp on a straight section (see other materials, such as stainless steel.
Installation Instructions).

C METAL S+UBS F FITTING LENGTHS

for fastening the pipeline. as a plain ended pipe ("GDR") with
a weld bead at each end or as a cut
pipe. Plain ended pipes in standard
lengths of 400 and 800 mm; other
lengths according to local conditions.

C D E

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 VRS-T-connection for adaptation to local
conditions for extinguishing pipes in tunnels and
for the protection of industrial installations.
The fire-extinguishing pipe delivers the extinguishing water to the tapping points. The pipe often has to be
adapted to account for local conditions along this route, whereby the pipe is generally exposed to the largest
forces and external influences at those points. Furthermore, pipes are frequently shortened at those points
and, nevertheless, have to be connected reliably.
TRM offers a pipe system for these situations with unique, secure components to support any such
adaptations. Moreover, we will provide assistance right from the planning stage with solutions geared towards
simplifying the installation process and guaranteeing optimum safety.

EXTINGUISHING WATER
RESERVOIR AND PUMPS

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J K

S
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GM
RIN

G COLLARS J MMB BRANCH PIECE WITH SOCKET

for repair works or in order to creates a simple, highly durable
connect to existing pipes. branch and saves on fittings.

H MK BEND K HYDRANT CONNECTION

with a socket and spigot. inside the building or as an outdoor
Different angles are available. hydrant.

I BUILDING CONNECTION L MMK OR MMQ BEND WITH TWO SOCKETS

for example, with a hydrant or with different angles available.
a section valve.

F H J L

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Fire-extinguishing pipes
from TRM
critical systems require
integrated solutions

A pipe system is much more than just pipes valves or hydrants.

and fittings. In a comparison between This service is becoming increasingly important
different makes, developers assess the for customers, especially where liability issues
possibility for adaptation to local conditions are concerned. After all, who can guarantee
and requirements,in particular. TRM staff the reliability of the overall pipe system if
work directly with planners, construction many single components are bought from
firms and customers on site and solve various traders instead of from one OEM?
problems here even before they occur. They Who is reliable if intermediate traders were
rely on many years of experience in this chosen when the pipeline was contracted?
industry and additional technical experts at Do project owners have the professionalism
our site in Hall in Tirol during all phases of and strength necessary to enforce claims for
the project, from planning to commissioning. damages against a major foreign corporation?
This creates the real economic value that If additional goods are found to be necessary
goes beyond euros per meter. during construction, will they actually be able
TRM integrates the fire-extinguishing pipes to be supplied on time?
and other equipment or components. If Developers and firms installing extinguishing
necessary, TRM will clarity the pipe systems are already considering this
boundary conditions, co-ordinate work today and are opting for real solutions
with other contractors and include made by TRM, made in Austria.

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 Engineering conditions authorities &
on site regulations

fire brigade TRM construction

pipe systems companies

TRM solutions create value by integrating

individual components!
We integrate components into our certified processes and thereby making them part of a holistic,
reliable pipe system.

T R M - S O L U T I O N S

understand produce integrate complete

References

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Road tunnels
Tauern Tunnel, north tube DN 150 VRS-T 6,400 m
Katschberg Tunnel DN 150 VRS-T
11,000 m

Railway tunnels
Vienna Underground Network DN 80 DN 150 VRS-T 65,100 m
Austrian Rail Tunnel Landeck DN 150 DN 300 VRS-T 1,500 m

Industrial installations
Elettrolux Italia DN 150 - DN 300 VRS-T 3,000 m
Fiat Auto DN 250 VRS-T 500 m
Pirelli DN 150 DN 300 VRS-T
1,400 m
Vienna Airport DN 200 VRS-T 4,000 m

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Tiroler Rohre GmbH develops, produces and markets
high quality systems for transporting water and for deep
foundations of structures made of ductile cast iron.

The durable properties of the material, innovative product

technologies and a proven track record in the applications
of our customers make us the leading provider of water and
foundation engineering solutions.

Our products and services

Our products are efficient, durable and robust. They are known
especially for their ecological and economic benefits. Thanks to
the properties of ductile cast iron and our expertise in the areas
where our products are used, we are able to overcome extreme
challenges. We are known for our skill, network of industry
partners and reliability. Thanks to their long service life and
the careful use of resources, our products and services help to
protect precious water resources.

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