Develop a Fire Pump Flow Data Graph?

7/4/2023

I recently obtained an annual full flow fire pump flow test data via hose monsters and pitotless nozzles to open atmosphere.

I am attempting to develop a graph from scratch in Excel for the fire pump curve or honestly, find one that is already built on line where I can plug in each data point for the Actual results (Churn, 100%, and 150%) and Theoretical/Design (Churn, 100% and 150%).

Does anyone know of such available graphs or advice on steps to develop in Excel (or a different program)?

Thank you in advance.

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15 Comments

Jesse

7/4/2023 08:31:20 am

I can send you an Excel form with the data built in. Email me and I’ll send it tomorrow. [email protected]

Glenn Berger

7/4/2023 08:36:01 am

Google N1.85 graph paper for some results.

Google Fire Pump Curve Programs

Use the tools at this website (Meyer Fire), which already has such a program.

Jesse

7/4/2023 08:39:28 am

Doh!! I forgot about the one in the toolkit. I use the water supply one every day.

Plug for Joe - if you don’t have the Meyer Fire toolkit, you’re cheating yourself. Excellent value.

Jordan link

9/20/2023 10:16:22 am

I tried using the meyer toolkit however I am not able to graph several flow points from my fire pump test.

Franck

7/4/2023 12:06:46 pm

I have some excel files to plot fire pump tests and hydrant tests (including with Q1.85 scale).
Give me your email address and I will forward them to you.
This also includes an excel file for NFPA 25 acceptance annual flow test.

Any future comments for improvements are then welcome.

Bill Harvey

12/5/2023 10:11:53 am

Could you send me your excel file for the pump curve? It would be greatly appreciated.

thank you
Bill Harvey

Michael B.

12/19/2023 01:54:25 am

I would like to see these excel files if you’re still sharing.

[email protected]

Thank you in advance of course!

Mauro

6/25/2024 01:49:41 pm

Hi Franck, I red now the exchanges as I'm looking for excel files to plot fire pump curve tests.
If you read this, please can you share the excel file for fire pump tests and acceptance flow test as per NFPA25 ? I would really appreciate it. Thanks

Mail me at [email protected]

eric

8/22/2024 01:06:58 pm

I've been looking for how to create a graph with the N 1.85 in excel. Mind sharing?

Jeremy James

10/1/2024 09:28:22 am

Hello Franck. Do you still have and willing to share the fire pump plot excel graph still. Thank you in advance for your assistance. If so, could you email it to [email protected]?

TIM

10/25/2024 01:24:14 pm

I too would be interested in the excel files if you are still sharing. I would be most grateful!

Regards,
Tim M.

Pete Richardson

1/10/2025 11:07:30 am

Frank, If you read this, please can you share the excel file for fire pump tests and acceptance flow test as per NFPA25 ? I would really appreciate it. Thanks

[email protected]

Michael Guidry

5/14/2025 09:20:55 am

I would be interested in these Excel files as well. Thanks.

[email protected]

Clyde

7/17/2025 03:13:38 am

Hi Frank,

Please can you send me your excel spreadsheet. This is much appreciated.

[email protected]

Thank you.

Dan Wilder

7/4/2023 05:06:41 pm

Hose Monster and Pilotless nozzles do not have the same formula to find GPM. This is specific to the MFG and addressed in their FAQ's. The formulas within NFPA are specific to taking the reading form the hydrant directly, not through additional equipment.

"CAN WE USE THE TABLE FOUND IN NFPA 291 TO DETERMINE THE FLOW BASED ON OUR READING OF THE GAUGE FROM THE HOSE MONSTER?
No. The table found in NFPA 291 is not the same as the Hose Monster flow chart. We provide appropriate flow charts with each Hose Monster or Pitotless Nozzle sold. Flow charts are also available on the Literature Rack of www.hosemonster.com. If you are taking hand-held pitot readings directly from a hydrant nozzle or pumper port, use NFPA Table 4.10.1 and apply the correct coefficient(s)."

https://hosemonster.com/resources/download/

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