Designed, installed, and commissioned a comprehensive, NFPA-compliant fire hydrant system for the Grand Jamia Masjid, one of the world's largest mosques. The project's critical objective was to ensure the highest level of public safety and asset protection for this architectural marvel, capable of hosting hundreds of thousands of worshippers.
Client
Grand Jamia Masjid, Bahria Town Karachi
Location
Karachi, Pakistan
Year
2023
A Complex Engineering Puzzle
The primary challenge was the immense scale and architectural complexity of the site. The fire protection system had to provide complete coverage for the vast main hall, expansive courtyards, and ancillary buildings without compromising the mosque's intricate aesthetics. It required a robust, high-pressure network capable of immediate response to safeguard a massive and high-density congregation, especially during peak prayer times.
Innovative & Efficient
We implemented a complete wet and pressurized fire hydrant system, engineered to NFPA 14 standards. The core of the system is a powerful pump house featuring a primary electric-driven pump, a 100% redundant diesel-driven backup pump, and a pressure maintenance (jockey) pump to ensure the network is always pressurized and ready. Hydrant cabinets and standpipes were strategically placed throughout the complex, with careful coordination to ensure they were accessible yet discreetly integrated into the mosque's design.
Key Project Outcomes
Achieved 100% compliance with NFPA and local Civil Defense standards for a place of public assembly.
Provided complete and effective fire hydrant coverage across the entire mosque complex.
Ensured unwavering system reliability with fully redundant electric and diesel fire pump drives.
Safeguarded a landmark of national importance and ensured the safety of its vast number of visitors.
“The safety of the millions of visitors to the Grand Jamia Masjid is our utmost priority. Their team delivered a fire fighting system that is not only technically robust and compliant with the highest international standards but was also installed with great respect for the sanctity and architecture of this sacred space. Their professionalism was exemplary.”
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