Products Description
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The floating pump is a portable firefighting device designed to float on water sources such as rivers, lakes, ponds, or reservoirs while supplying water for fire suppression.
Key Component
Engine (Motor)
Petrol or diesel powered
Provides mobility and independence from power grids
Centrifugal Pump
High-flow, high-pressure output
Designed for continuous firefighting operations
Float Platform
Made from lightweight materials (aluminum, plastic, or foam)
Keeps the pump stable on water
Suction System
Usually integrated (no long suction hose needed)
Includes a strainer to prevent debris entry
Discharge Outlet
Connects to fire hoses or monitors
Products Parameters
| Model | FTQ3.0/8-H |
| Max flow | 900L/M |
| Rated flow | 480L/M |
| Rated pressure | 0.3Mpa |
| Remote distance | ≥600m |
| Inlet | 80mm |
| Outlet | 65mm |
| Weight | 26KG |
| Dimension | 650*550*450mm |
FAQ
Q: What are floating pumps used for?
Floating pumps are widely used for:
Firefighting in remote or rural areas
Emergency flood drainage
Agricultural irrigation
Water transfer from natural sources
Industrial and municipal emergency water supply
Q: What are the advantages of floating pumps?
No priming required
Easy to deploy and transport
Operates in shallow water
Stable operation due to buoyancy
Reduces suction hose issues (air leaks, collapse)
Q: What types of engines are used?
Floating pumps typically use:
Gasoline engines (lighter, easy start)
Diesel engines (more fuel-efficient, durable)
Q: What is the typical flow rate and pressure?
This depends on the model, but common ranges are:
Flow rate: 500–3000 L/min
Pressure: 0.3–1.2 MPa
High-performance firefighting models may exceed these values.
Q: Can floating pumps handle dirty or debris-filled water?
Yes, most floating pumps are designed to handle light debris, sand, and muddy water. However:
Large debris may clog the impeller
A strainer or filter is often recommended