Standpipe (firefighting) - Wikipedia A standpipe or riser is a type of rigid water piping which is built into multi-story buildings in a vertical position, or into bridges in a horizontal position, to which fire hoses can be connected, allowing manual application of water to the fire Within the context of a building or bridge, a standpipe serves the same purpose as a fire hydrant
Standpipe System Design and Calculations - NFPA When designing a system, you first need to determine the supply pipe size, hose connection location, size, and pressure based on the standpipe classification
TYPES OF STANDPIPE SYSTEMS - National Fire Sprinkler Association A standpipe is a system of pipe that delivers a water supply for hose connections and automatic sprinklers in combined systems Standpipe systems are typically installed vertically from floor to floor but are considered horizontal when two or more hose connections are installed on a single level