Reworld™ Pinellas

Project Name: Reworld™ Pinellas

Location: 3001 110th Avenue North, St. Petersburg, FL 33716

Project Type: Waste Management Facility

Synopsis: Reworld™ Pinellas, a leading waste management facility, encountered a critical fire protection issue when the drive shaft on its diesel-driven fire pump failed. Without a functioning fire pump, the facility’s fire suppression system was compromised, creating an urgent need for a temporary solution to ensure compliance with safety regulations and protect the site’s operations.

Details: As a waste management facility, Reworld™ Pinellas handles flammable and hazardous materials, making fire protection a top priority. The unexpected mechanical failure of the fire pump’s drive shaft rendered the system inoperable, putting personnel, equipment, and stored materials at risk. Given the high-stakes nature of the operation, the facility required a rapid and reliable solution to maintain fire safety standards.

Solution: A temporary diesel-driven fire pump was deployed to restore fire suppression capabilities while the damaged pump was repaired or replaced. The system was configured to match the facility’s operational needs, ensuring uninterrupted protection and regulatory compliance. By implementing this temporary solution, Reworld™ Pinellas minimized downtime and maintained safety without disrupting daily operations.  By quickly addressing the fire pump failure with a temporary solution, Reworld™ Pinellas ensured continued fire protection and operational safety while working toward a permanent fix. The rapid deployment of the fire pump allowed the facility to remain compliant and fully functional, safeguarding both personnel and assets.

Temporary Fire Pump Specifications: 2000 GPM at 119 PSI – Jockey Pump – JP Controller – Test Header –Discharge – Pressure relief valve (Dial in the required pressure) – Day Tank – Low Fuel Alarm

Reworld: https://www.reworldwaste.com/