Portable Fire Pumps

DESMI’s portable fire pumps provide fast, high-performance fire suppression for naval, offshore and defense operations where reliability, mobility and compact design are critical. Built to deliver dependable water or foam flow under extreme operational conditions, these self-contained units ensure effective protection wherever permanent systems are unavailable or insufficient. Their robust engineering and proven field performance make them a trusted choice for high-risk maritime and defence environments requiring rapid deployment and durable operation.

Applications Across Defense, Marine and Emergency Response

DESMI portable fire pumps are engineered to handle a wide range of marine and defense applications. They serve as essential equipment for naval damage control, helicopter deck protection, harbour defense and emergency fire suppression in remote or confined operational zones. 

Typical use cases include:

• Firefighting and damage control aboard naval and military vessels

• Integration with Heli-Rig systems for helicopter deck safety

• Emergency response on landing craft, auxiliary ships and oil platforms

• Harbour or shore-based mission support where fixed installations are unavailable

Beyond military operations, these portable fire pumps are also deployed within commercial marine environments and industrial sites for emergency response and backup fire suppression.

Key Benefits and Operational Advantages

Designed for reliability and operational efficiency, DESMI portable fire pumps provide crucial safety and support under demanding conditions.

Their main advantages include:

• Rapid deployment: Compact and lightweight structure allows quick setup by small crews.

• High pumping performance: Efficient hydraulic design ensures optimal flow and pressure levels for effective firefighting.

• Versatility: Compatible with seawater, freshwater and foam solutions for multiple fire scenarios.

Reduced lifecycle cost: Low maintenance requirements and robust materials ensure a long service life even in corrosive marine environments.

Engineering Design and Technical Features

Each DESMI portable fire pump is built around a durable, high-efficiency centrifugal pump and driven by a petrol, diesel or electric motor, depending on the operational requirement. The pumps are self-contained, mounted on robust frames with integrated handles or wheels for man-portability.

Key technical features include:

• Corrosion-resistant components for use with seawater and foam

   

• Rapid priming systems and quick-connect hose couplings

   

• Optional foam proportioning modules for Class B fires

   

• High-pressure delivery suitable for naval and offshore environments

   

• Ergonomic design ensuring safe handling by limited personnel

The modular configuration allows integration into existing systems or deployment as standalone fire suppression equipment for defence and marine operations, including integration with FineFog fire fighting systems for enhanced onboard protection.

Integration with DESMI Heli-Rig and Modular Fire Systems

DESMI portable fire pumps are a key component in the DESMI Heli-Rig system, providing the water and foam supply required for helicopter landing area fire protection on naval and offshore platforms. Their modular design ensures seamless connection with monitors, foam mixers and distribution manifolds used in broader shipboard fire systems.

This adaptability makes them valuable for shipbuilders, retrofit projects and expeditionary defence operations requiring fast-assembled, flexible firefighting solutions. For large-scale or mobile deployment, DESMI also offers mobile fire emergency pumps to complement portable units in the field.

Compliance, Testing and Certification Standards

DESMI portable fire pumps are designed and tested to meet the requirements of leading naval and marine fire safety standards. Units can be supplied in accordance with specifications defined by the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) and international maritime regulations equivalent to SOLAS and IMO guidelines. Designs are available in configurations tested to naval shock and vibration standards, with quality assurance procedures certified under ISO quality management systems. All pumps are manufactured under documented quality control to ensure consistency and traceability throughout production.