Dry Riser Ridged Coupling
A Dry Riser Rigid Coupling is a mechanical pipe joining fitting designed to connect two sections of grooved dry riser pipework while maintaining a firm, non-flexible joint.
Dry riser rigid couplings are commonly used in fire protection pipework systems where a secure, stable, and correctly aligned pipe connection is required.
Product Specifications:
Product Name: Dry Riser Rigid Coupling
Product Type: Mechanical grooved pipe coupling
Application: Dry riser pipework and fire protection systems
Connection Type: Grooved pipe connection
Function: Joins two grooved dry riser pipe ends together
Installation Type: Mechanical bolted pipe joint
Use: Suitable for rigid pipe alignment and secure dry riser pipework connection
Product Use and Protection
The Dry Riser Rigid Coupling is used to join two grooved pipe sections within a dry riser system.
It provides a strong mechanical connection while helping maintain pipe alignment. This is particularly useful in dry riser installations where pipework must remain stable, supported, and ready for Fire Brigade use during an emergency.Dry riser rigid couplings are commonly used in vertical dry riser pipework, dry riser inlet pipework, dry riser outlet pipework.
UK Regulations and Standards for Dry Riser Pipework
In the UK, dry riser systems must be correctly designed, installed, inspected, and maintained so they are ready for Fire Brigade use in an emergency.
The Law: The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 makes the building’s “Responsible Person” legally accountable for maintaining fire safety systems.
Building Regulations: Approved Document B requires dry risers in buildings where the top floor is between 18m and 50m from ground level. Buildings over 50m generally require wet risers.
The Standard: BS 9990:2015 is the main code of practice covering the design, installation, testing, and maintenance of dry riser systems.
Compatibility: Before installation, the dry riser rigid coupling should be checked for compatibility with the pipe size, groove profile, gasket type, system pressure, pipe material, and intended dry riser application.
Installation Guidance
The Dry Riser Rigid Coupling should be installed by a competent person as part of a suitable dry riser system. Before installation, the installer should confirm the correct coupling size, gasket suitability, pressure rating, groove dimensions, and compatibility with the dry riser pipework. The pipe ends should be clean, correctly grooved, and aligned before the coupling is fitted. The gasket should be seated correctly, and the coupling housings should be tightened evenly in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Maintenance Requirements
Six-Monthly Visual Inspection: Check the coupling, bolts, nuts, gasket area, and surrounding pipework for signs of leaks, corrosion, damage, movement, tampering, or misalignment.
Annual Wet Pressure Test: Once every 12 months, the dry riser system should be filled with water and pressure tested to ensure it is watertight and capable of withstanding operational pressures.
A full logbook should be kept for all inspections, tests, repairs, and remedial works where required.
This product should be checked for suitability before installation, including pipe size, groove type, gasket material, pressure rating, and intended dry riser system use.
Please check all products before signing for the materials. We cannot be held responsible for goods after they have been signed for.
Due to the specialist nature of dry riser pipework fittings, this product may not always be available on a standard next working day service. Lead time will be advised where applicable.
Delivery to mainland UK only.
A Dry Riser Rigid Coupling is a mechanical pipe joining fitting designed to connect two sections of grooved dry riser pipework while maintaining a firm, non-flexible joint.
Dry riser rigid couplings are commonly used in fire protection pipework systems where a secure, stable, and correctly aligned pipe connection is required.
Product Specifications:
Product Name: Dry Riser Rigid Coupling
Product Type: Mechanical grooved pipe coupling
Application: Dry riser pipework and fire protection systems
Connection Type: Grooved pipe connection
Function: Joins two grooved dry riser pipe ends together
Installation Type: Mechanical bolted pipe joint
Use: Suitable for rigid pipe alignment and secure dry riser pipework connection
Product Use and Protection
The Dry Riser Rigid Coupling is used to join two grooved pipe sections within a dry riser system.
It provides a strong mechanical connection while helping maintain pipe alignment. This is particularly useful in dry riser installations where pipework must remain stable, supported, and ready for Fire Brigade use during an emergency.Dry riser rigid couplings are commonly used in vertical dry riser pipework, dry riser inlet pipework, dry riser outlet pipework.
UK Regulations and Standards for Dry Riser Pipework
In the UK, dry riser systems must be correctly designed, installed, inspected, and maintained so they are ready for Fire Brigade use in an emergency.
The Law: The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 makes the building’s “Responsible Person” legally accountable for maintaining fire safety systems.
Building Regulations: Approved Document B requires dry risers in buildings where the top floor is between 18m and 50m from ground level. Buildings over 50m generally require wet risers.
The Standard: BS 9990:2015 is the main code of practice covering the design, installation, testing, and maintenance of dry riser systems.
Compatibility: Before installation, the dry riser rigid coupling should be checked for compatibility with the pipe size, groove profile, gasket type, system pressure, pipe material, and intended dry riser application.
Installation Guidance
The Dry Riser Rigid Coupling should be installed by a competent person as part of a suitable dry riser system. Before installation, the installer should confirm the correct coupling size, gasket suitability, pressure rating, groove dimensions, and compatibility with the dry riser pipework. The pipe ends should be clean, correctly grooved, and aligned before the coupling is fitted. The gasket should be seated correctly, and the coupling housings should be tightened evenly in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Maintenance Requirements
Six-Monthly Visual Inspection: Check the coupling, bolts, nuts, gasket area, and surrounding pipework for signs of leaks, corrosion, damage, movement, tampering, or misalignment.
Annual Wet Pressure Test: Once every 12 months, the dry riser system should be filled with water and pressure tested to ensure it is watertight and capable of withstanding operational pressures.
A full logbook should be kept for all inspections, tests, repairs, and remedial works where required.
This product should be checked for suitability before installation, including pipe size, groove type, gasket material, pressure rating, and intended dry riser system use.
Please check all products before signing for the materials. We cannot be held responsible for goods after they have been signed for.
Due to the specialist nature of dry riser pipework fittings, this product may not always be available on a standard next working day service. Lead time will be advised where applicable.
Delivery to mainland UK only.