Project Name: 2107 Westinghouse Blvd.

Location: 2107 Westinghouse Boulevard, Charlotte, North Carolina 28273

Project Type: Industrial

Synopsis: During a routine inspection, the local fire sprinkler contractor determined that the fire pump was not meeting the system’s required demand. As a result, the fire pump was red-tagged. With time being of the essence and life safety as the number one priority, an immediate solution was required to restore fire protection and ensure the safety of all personnel.

Details: Westinghouse provides valuable employment opportunities for its residents and operates with many moving parts in its day-to-day operations. A non-functioning fire pump, which compromises the fire suppression system, can disrupt this well-coordinated process. With the holidays just days away, a rapid solution was critical to ensure life safety and maintain operational continuity.

Solution: With Christmas approaching in just a few days, an immediate and coordinated response was required from Rent Fire Pumps. Any missed step or overlooked procedure could have resulted in an extended fire watch over the holiday period, which would have created significant operational disruptions and additional costs. Recognizing the urgency, Rent Fire Pumps worked closely with the property leadership team to evaluate the situation, streamline potential solutions, and quickly develop a practical plan to restore fire protection coverage. Rent Fire Pumps mobilized a mobile trailer-mounted fire pump capable of meeting the system’s full demand. Upon arrival, the team conducted a complete setup and verification process, ensuring that all connections, signals, and monitoring systems were fully operational. A churn test was performed in coordination with the local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) to confirm proper system performance and compliance with all life safety codes. The rapid deployment and thorough testing provided a temporary but fully functional fire protection solution, allowing production and building operations to continue without interruption. This not only safeguarded employees and residents within the facility but also minimized the need for extended fire watch, which can be both costly and logistically challenging during a holiday period. Through the combined efforts of Rent Fire Pumps, property leadership, and the AHJ, the building’s fire protection system was restored to full operational readiness within 24–48 hours, while a permanent solution was scheduled. This swift and coordinated action ensured the safety of all personnel, compliance with local codes, and allowed all involved parties to return home in time to safely enjoy the holiday season with their families.

Temporary Fire Pump System Specifications

• Diesel-driven fire pump rated at 1,500 GPM at 155 PSI
• Fire pump controller (FP) – 110 VAC
• Electric jockey pump with dedicated jockey pump (JP) controller
• Integrated test header for flow testing and system verification
• Fire pump discharge piping with isolation provisions
• Adjustable pressure relief valve, field-set to meet required system pressure
• Diesel day tank complete with low fuel level alarm
• Engine supervision and alarm signals including:
  – Low fuel alarm
  – Engine trouble
  – HOA (Hand-Off-Auto) status
  – Normally Open (N.O.) butterfly valve (BFV) supervisory signal
  – Pump run indication
  – Engine trouble alarm output

Project Name: 440 West Condominiums

Location: 440 Gulfview Blvd. S, Clearwater, FL 33767

Project Type: Condominiums

Synopsis: Hurricane Helene’s powerful storm surge caused severe flooding in the fire pump equipment rooms of two buildings at 440 West Condominiums. As a result, both fire pumps were rendered inoperable, leaving the property without a functional fire suppression system. An immediate solution was required to restore fire protection and ensure resident safety while long-term repairs and replacements were planned.

Details: Located along Clearwater Beach, 440 West Condominiums faced extensive water damage as storm surge waters breached critical infrastructure. With both fire pumps submerged and inoperable, the risk to residents and property was significant. The condominium management needed a rapid response to reinstate fire suppression capabilities, meeting local safety regulations and ensuring continued occupancy.

Solution: A temporary fire pump system was deployed to provide reliable fire protection while the existing equipment was assessed and replaced. The temporary system was strategically positioned to bypass the damaged infrastructure and deliver the necessary water pressure for the fire suppression system. This allowed for uninterrupted fire safety coverage without displacing residents or disrupting daily operations.  By swiftly implementing a temporary fire pump system, 440 West Condominiums was able to maintain compliance with fire safety regulations and protect its residents while permanent repairs were underway. The quick response ensured a seamless transition back to a fully operational fire suppression system without compromising safety.

Temporary Fire Pump Specifications: Diesel 1,000 GPM @ 110 PSI – FP Controller (110 v) – Jockey Pump – JP Controller – Test Header –Discharge – Pressure relief valve (Dial in the required pressure) – Day Tank – Low Fuel Alarm

440 West Condominiums: https://440westcondofl.pilera.com/

Project Name: Advance Machine Works

Location: 106 Karhula Court, Easley, South Carolina 29640

Project Type: Industrial

Synopsis: During an annual inspection, it was determined that the fire pump was not meeting the demand of the system. With production operations underway and life safety as the number one priority, an immediate solution was required. After evaluating available options, Rent Fire Pumps was contacted to provide a temporary fire protection solution and restore system reliability.

Details: Located in Easley, South Carolina, Advance Machine Works provides valuable job opportunities for individuals seeking to develop and refine new technical skills. With life safety as the number one priority, a reliable fire protection solution was required. Through the leadership team at Advance Machine Works, Rent Fire Pumps was contacted to develop and implement a streamlined, cost-effective solution that met all local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements and applicable life safety standards.

Solution: With production operating at full capacity and life safety as the highest priority, Rent Fire Pumps was contacted and contracted to mobilize a temporary solution and ensure all system requirements were met. Within 48 hours, Rent Fire Pumps was onsite and prepared to perform a churn test on the mobile fire pump trailer in coordination with the local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). This rapid deployment minimized downtime and reduced costs for all parties, as extended fire watch can be expensive. With a smooth transition at the South Carolina facility, fire protection was fully restored, ensuring the safety of both personnel inside the warehouse and responding fire department members.

Temporary Fire Pump System Specifications

• Diesel-driven fire pump rated at 1,500 GPM at 155 PSI
• Fire pump controller (FP) – 110 VAC
• Electric jockey pump with dedicated jockey pump (JP) controller
• Integrated test header for flow testing and system verification
• Fire pump discharge piping with isolation provisions
• Adjustable pressure relief valve, field-set to meet required system pressure
• Diesel day tank complete with low fuel level alarm
• Engine supervision and alarm signals including:
  – Low fuel alarm
  – Engine trouble
  – HOA (Hand-Off-Auto) status
  – Normally Open (N.O.) butterfly valve (BFV) supervisory signal
  – Pump run indication
  – Engine trouble alarm output

Project Name: Advent Health Hospital Ocala

Location: 1500 SW 1st Ave, Ocala, FL 34471

Project Type: Acute Care Community Hospital

Synopsis: Automatic transfer switch failure leaves community hospital exposed to risk of fire protection system failure if power outage occurs.

Details: Advent Health’s Ocala Hospital is a leading provider of acute care for the North-Central Florida region.  Upon learning that the automatic transfer switch on the electric fire pump controller failed to operate during routine testing, the Plant Operations Manager was left searching for a solution to ensure that the Hospital, as well as it’s patients and team members would be protected if there was a loss of power during an emergency fire event.

By partnering with RentFirePumps.com a mobile temporary fire pump solution was delivered ensuring that the facility would maintain adequate fire protection coverage until a new fire pump controller with built in automatic transfer switch could be installed.

Solution: RentFirePumps.com delivered and installed a mobile temporary fire pump to provide 1000 GPM to the Hospital’s fire sprinkler system(s) protecting patients, team members, and the building.

Temporary Fire Pump: Diesel 1000 GPM @ 165 PSI – FP Controller (110 v) – Jockey Pump – JP Controller – Test Header –Discharge – Pressure relief valve (Dial in the required pressure) – Day Tank – Low Fuel Alarm

Advent Health Hospital Ocala: https://www.adventhealth.com/hospital/adventhealth-ocala

Project Name: AHJ & Property Manager Training

Location: Orlando Florida

Project Type: Training

Synopsis: RentFirePumps.com provides Fire Pump training for AHJ’s and Property Managers – If your Fire Pump is not operational; NFPA25 considers this a critical impairment and requires a Fire Watch – with our pump room on wheels you can get your Fire Protection system Compliant – No More Fire Watch.

Project Name: Allegro

Location: Parkland, FL

Type of Property: 3-Story 187,153 Sq. Ft. Senior Living Facility

Synopsis: Allegro required temporary fire pump. Temporary fire pump successfully installed to avoid additional downtime. Due to water service not conveyed and project in jeopardy of being closed during new construction, RentFirePumps.com installed (2) temporary water holding tanks. 

Allegro: https://www.allegroliving.com/communities/parkland-fl?

Project Name: Amgraph Packaging Inc.

Location: 190 Inland Road, Lisbon, CT 06351

Project Type: Industrial

Synopsis: During the annual inspection, the fire pump was found to be operating below the required flow rate. Because combustible materials are processed and manufactured within the building, it is critical that the fire suppression system function as designed to ensure life safety. Rent Fire Pumps was contacted and temporary fire pumps deployed to meet all applicable life safety standards.

Details: As Amgraph is a leading provider of packaging and custom packaging solutions, the facility supports multiple production lines and provides numerous employment opportunities. Due to the nature of operations and the presence of combustible materials used in manufacturing and packaging processes, maintaining a fully operational fire protection system is critical to ensuring employee safety and business continuity. Upon identification of the fire pump not meeting the required flow rate, immediate action was taken to mitigate any potential life safety risk. A swift response was necessary to ensure that all personnel could continue working in a safe environment while production activities remained ongoing. Temporary fire protection measures were implemented to maintain compliance with Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements, applicable fire codes, and life safety standards. Rent Fire Pumps was promptly contacted and mobilized to provide temporary fire pump support. The deployed equipment restored the required fire flow capacity, ensuring that the fire suppression system met operational demands until permanent corrective actions could be completed. This proactive approach minimized operational disruption while maintaining full compliance with life safety regulations and safeguarding employees, property, and production operations.

Solution: With safety as the number one priority, Rent Fire Pumps was contacted and contracted to deploy a 1,500 GPM fire pump to meet the system demand. Through effective coordination between the Rent Fire Pumps team and Amgraph leadership, a straightforward and problem-free solution was implemented. Upon arrival, Rent Fire Pumps personnel installed and connected the temporary fire pump, verified system integration, and confirmed that all monitoring and alarm signals were properly reporting. A churn test was then performed in the presence of the local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) to validate proper operation and compliance. With cold weather conditions rapidly approaching, timely completion of all critical work was especially important. The successful execution of these measures ensured uninterrupted fire protection coverage and maintained a safe working environment for all employees.

Temporary Fire Pump System Specifications

• Diesel-driven fire pump rated at 1,500 GPM at 155 PSI
• Fire pump controller (FP) – 110 VAC
• Electric jockey pump with dedicated jockey pump (JP) controller
• Integrated test header for flow testing and system verification
• Fire pump discharge piping with isolation provisions
• Adjustable pressure relief valve, field-set to meet required system pressure
• Diesel day tank complete with low fuel level alarm
• Engine supervision and alarm signals including:
  – Low fuel alarm
  – Engine trouble
  – HOA (Hand-Off-Auto) status
  – Normally Open (N.O.) butterfly valve (BFV) supervisory signal
  – Pump run indication
  – Engine trouble alarm output

Project Name: Bay Pines VA Healthcare System 

Location: 10000 Bay Pines Blvd, Bay Pines FL 33744 

Project Type: Veterans Administration Healthcare system 

Synopsis: A pre-planned project required a temporary mobile fire pump for a 2-month duration. 

Details: The existing fire pump for the building failed and had to be replaced, this project was planned to take up to two months. A temporary mobile fire pump was required to ensure the building would keep active fire protection for the duration of the transition. 

Solution: RentFirePumps.com offers a full line of UL-FM listed mobile fire pump units, providing temporary emergency solutions for impairments lasting longer than 24 hours to help avoid costly fire-watch or loss of occupancy.

Temporary Fire Pump Specifications: Diesel-powered 1500 GPM @ 155 PSI, including FP Controller (220v), Jockey Pump, JP Controller, Test Header, Discharge, Pressure Relief Valve (adjustable), Day Tank, and Low Fuel Alarm.

URL : VA Bay Pines Health Care | Veterans Affairs

Project Name: Bay Pines VA Healthcare System

Location: 10000 Bay Pines Boulevard, Bay Pines, FL 33744

Project Type: Federal Healthcare / Veterans Administration Facility

The Challenge: Protecting a Critical Federal Facility

During a routine maintenance inspection at the Bay Pines VA Healthcare System, the facility’s fire pump engine began to overheat, signaling an imminent mechanical failure. For a VA hospital, fire protection is non-negotiable; the fire pump is the heart of the system that protects veterans, medical staff, and sensitive healthcare equipment.

The facility management was faced with an urgent dilemma: find an immediate alternative for water pressure or implement a massive, 24/7 Fire Watch across the campus—a logistical and financial burden that would disrupt hospital operations.

The Solution: Seamless Protection Continuity

RFP.com responded with the speed required for a high-priority healthcare environment. To bridge the gap and keep the hospital fully protected, we deployed a high-capacity temporary diesel fire pump from our rental fleet.

Our team worked around the clock to ensure the temporary system was delivered, integrated, and fully tested within 24–48 hours. By providing a mission-ready temporary solution, we enabled the VA to maintain its strict safety protocols and avoid the exorbitant costs and staffing challenges of a manual fire watch.

Temporary Equipment Specifications

To meet the high-flow demands of the VA Healthcare campus, the following heavy-duty equipment was utilized:

• Main Pump: Diesel Engine Driven Fire Pump
• Performance Rating: 1500 GPM @ 155 PSI
• Fire Pump Controller: Integrated Diesel Controller (Automatic/Manual)
• Jockey Pump: High-efficiency pressure maintenance pump
• Jockey Pump Controller: Dedicated automatic sensing controller
• Test Header: Multi-port external test header for flow verification
• Discharge Assembly: Complete manifold with check valves and OS&Y control valves
• Pressure Relief Valve: Automatic protection against system over-pressurization
• Monitoring Signals: Full remote monitoring integration for pump run and trouble conditions

Project Name: Beacon Centre 5, Prologis

Location:2000 Northwest 84th Avenue, Doral, FL 33172

Project Type: Warehouse

Synopsis: Diesel fire pump engine failure leaves Beacon Centre 5 without fire protection and facing lengthy fire-watch due to extended lead times on replacement equipment.

Details: Beacon Centre 5 experienced diesel pump failure due to engine fire and with the help of their knowledgeable property management and real estate investment firm they connected with Sprinklermatic and were able to get a RentFirePumps.com pump rental to meet their buildings needs to provide an immediate solution.

Solution: A mobile temporary fire pump was mobilized and installed within 24 hours of approval and help from the building electrician to run the proper electric run to the trailer. A full capacity flow test was performed to confirm that the mobile unit was capable of meeting the fire sprinkler system(s) demand.

Temporary Fire Pump: Diesel 1250GPM @125PSI complete with Jockey pump, controllers, test header, high PSI hose and Storz connection, fittings, fuel tank and high pressure rubber jacketed hose.

Beacon Centre 5 / Prologis: https://www.prologis.com/industrial-properties/building/mia00305-prologis-beacon-centre-5

Project Name: Bel Mare Condominiums

Location: 130 Riviera Dunes Way, Palmetto, FL 34221

Project Type: Multi-Story Residential / High-Rise Condominium

The Challenge: Critical System Failure

During routine maintenance, the fire pump at the Bel Mare Condominiums suffered a catastrophic failure of the main shaft. This mechanical break caused the engine to overheat rapidly, rendering the entire fire protection system inoperable.

Because the fire pump supplies life-safety water pressure to two separate residential towers, the property was left completely unprotected. This created an immediate crisis for management: they were faced with the extreme expense of a 24/7 Fire Watch or the potential evacuation of both towers by the AHJ.

The Solution: Rapid Response & Protection Continuity

Understanding the urgency of the situation, RFP.com mobilized immediately. To avoid the massive costs of a prolonged Fire Watch and ensure resident safety, we provided an on-site temporary fire pump rental solution.

Within 24–48 hours of the initial failure, our team had the temporary diesel pump delivered, connected to the system, and fully operational. This rapid response restored full fire protection to both towers and allowed the facility to remain in compliance while a permanent repair plan was developed for the main engine and shaft.

Temporary Equipment Specifications

The following temporary equipment was deployed to maintain system integrity and meet NFPA requirements:

• Main Pump: Diesel Engine Driven Fire Pump
• Performance Rating: 750 GPM @ 175 PSI
• Fire Pump Controller: Integrated Diesel Controller for automatic/manual operation
• Jockey Pump: Dedicated pressure maintenance pump to prevent main pump nuisance starts
• Jockey Pump Controller: Automatic pressure sensing controller
• Test Header: External header for system flow testing and verification
• Discharge Assembly: Full discharge manifold with check valve and OS&Y gate valves
• Pressure Relief Valve: System protection against over-pressurization
• Monitoring Signals: Full integration of pump running, power failure, and trouble signals to the building’s fire alarm panel

Project Name: Brickell Key

Location: Miami, FL

Type of Property: Condominium

Synopsis: Temporary fire pump installed for Brickell Key Condominium.

Brickell Key: https://brickellkeymiami.com/