Balder B fixed monitor

Description

Balder is a 2½” monitor for use in connection with fixedinstallations; Balder is fitted with a 4” flange (DN 100).The pipes are casted in bronze. Parts which are vital for the correct functions, such as swivels are in stainless steel. Innovative piping technology minimizes turbulence and frictional pressure losses. The swivels are constructed to have an optimized function in environments with a lot of vibrations e.g. onboard ships.

Features

  • Compact
  • High flow rates (4.500 lpm)
  • Usable with river and sea water
  • Runs with water and foam
  • Low maintenance
  • Low pressure drop
  • Flange 4” inlet
  • Works where vibrations occur
  • Self-draining valve

 

Balder B fixed monitor

Operations

Balder is delivered with a 4” flange DN 100 PN 16 .The lever should be used to direct the flow onto the fire. The monitor could also be fixed in certain positions, which can be changed during operation.

Application

Balder should be used where large flows of foam or water,
combined with a space saving design, is needed such as:

  •  Petrochemical plants
  • Tank farms
  • Loading areas
  •  Chemical plants
  •  LNG/LPG production units
  • Offshore platforms

 

Technical data

Max. water flow 4,500 lpm
Elevation -60° - +80°
Inlet 4” Flange (DN100)
Water outlet 2½” BSP FM thread
Material Bronze
Length, including lever 540 mm
Height, including lever 480 mm
Width 310 mm
Weight 16.7 kg
Part no. 20-3200-10

Recommended Foam

  • Protein based foams
  • AFFF foams
  • AFFF ARC foams
  • Multi-purpose foams
  • Fluorine free foams

Accessories

Balder monitor can be combined with a wide range of
accessories such as:

  • Freja composite nozzles 500 lpm up to 2,500 lpm
  • Uller brass nozzles 1900 lpm up to 4800 lpm
  • Self-inducting versions

Quality Control

Balder range monitors are designed and developed to be user friendly and is manufactured according to internal ISO procedures.