Hydra-Shield Manufacturing, Inc. has been the leader in the Hydrant Security Industry since 1979. The company is a reputable manufacturer and designer of the highest quality fire hydrant locks, devices, accessories, and valves. The company is dedicated to providing its clients with the most reliable and efficient hydrant security solutions available. Hydra-Shield Manufacturing, Inc. is well-known for its flagship products, including the Custodian Hydrant Lock, Pre-Con Valve, Hydra-Storz Adaptor, and V-Lock.
One of Hydra-Shield’s essential products is the Pre-Con Valve. This is a suction inlet valve that was designed to operate as an automatic flow control valve, which eliminates the need for manual adjustments in relation to water flow. The precision Pre-con 3 is the choice of fire departments involved in drafting operations because of the automatic check valve action. When the suction hose is primed, water is retained when flow is stopped or switched to booster tank operations. The compact design keeps pipe extension to a minimum, and no remote valve controls are needed. The PC 3 is suited for both front and rear suction inlets.
The Pre-Con Valve is a patented product, and Hydra-Shield Manufacturing, Inc. is the sole manufacturer and supplier of this product. It is widely used by fire departments, and its popularity continues to grow as more and more fire departments discover its many benefits. The Pre-Con Valve is a game-changer in the firefighting industry as it saves valuable time and reduces manual labor while ensuring a reliable flow of water.
Another important product from Hydra-Shield Manufacturing, Inc. is the Hydra-Storz Adaptor. This adapter is designed to be a permanent Storz with a built-in patented butterfly mechanism that safeguards the hydrant against foreign objects from entering. This design allows for seamless hydrant connection of the Fire Department’s LDH nozzle, without the removal of a cap. If a hydrant requires pressurization for maintenance or the use of a 2.5″ steamer port, a blind cap can be utilized on the LDH port while not being used.
FyrelaneUSA provides the permanent Hydra Storz adapter to fire departments as a quick connection system. The unit is designed as a permanent Storz “Hydrant Converter” with a built-in cap that opens automatically with water flow from the hydrant, making a more convenient and quicker response. The built-in cap cannot be stolen, leaving the fire hydrant body unsecured for any length of time. If the pumper nozzle is not to be used, yet the hydrant is opened, an optional blind cap can be put in place with a working pressure of 250 PSI on the converter. The Hydra Storz configuration makes the fire hydrant tamper-resistant while reducing maintenance costs and providing perfect standardization for LDH connection, either 4″ or 5″ Storz. The Hydra Storz Permanent Converter is a fraction of the cost of the conventional Storz unit requiring a Blind Cap, instead of only occasionally needed to restrict water flow from the pumper nozzle.
Hydra-Shield Manufacturing, Inc. also manufactures the valve lock (V-Lock-Patented) device, which limits access to in-ground valves in your water distribution system. The valve lock device is designed to fit on the 2″ operating nut on the valve and remains in place on the valve until it is removed to gain access with a valve wrench. To install or remove the valve lock device, a special wrench attached to a 4ft.-6ft. adjustable pole is the only means of accessing the valve lock (V-Lock-Patented) device. For cities, this lock can be used to provide zone control – when needed – in a water distribution system.
There are many Critical Zones in need of control within a water distribution system to maintain the valve open or closed.
This valve lock ensures control for the purpose intended until otherwise removed.
- Maintain high- or low-pressures affected by elevations.
- Bypass selected zones by the cities as required.
- Lock out water zones for limited use.
- Lock Out / Tag Out – for short term use.
Hydra-Shield Manufacturing, Inc. has a commitment to providing high-quality products that meet the needs of their customers. The company’s focus on innovation has led to the development of patented products that are unique in the industry. For example, the Pre-Con Valve is a suction inlet valve designed to operate as an automatic flow control valve. This eliminates the need for manual adjustments in relation to water flow. The Pre-Con PC 3 is the choice of fire departments involved in drafting operations because of the automatic check valve action. Suction hose prime water is retained when flow is stopped or switched to booster tank operations. The compact design keeps pipe extension to a minimum, and no remote valve controls are needed. The PC 3 is suited for both front and rear suction inlets.
FyrelaneUSA, a brand under Hydra-Shield Manufacturing, Inc., assists Fire Departments in responding to emergencies with the Pre-Con Valve and the Hydra-Storz adapters. The Hydra-Storz adapter is designed to be a permanent Storz with a built-in patented butterfly mechanism, safeguarding the hydrant against foreign objects from entering. This design allows for seamless hydrant connection of the Fire Department’s LDH nozzle, without the removal of a cap. If a hydrant requires to be pressurized for maintenance or the use of a 2.5″ steamer port, a blind cap can be utilized on the LDH port while not being used. The Hydra-Storz configuration makes the fire hydrant tamper-resistant while reducing maintenance costs and providing perfect standardization for LDH connection, either 4″ or 5″ Storz.
The valve lock (V-Lock-Patented) device and other products manufactured by Hydra-Shield Manufacturing, Inc. have gained the trust of many municipalities and fire departments across the United States. The company’s products have been used to protect fire hydrants, water distribution systems, and critical valves from unauthorized usage and theft. The company’s commitment to quality and innovation has led to the development of patented products that are unique in the industry.
Hydra-Shield Manufacturing, Inc. is a company that has been providing high-quality products to the Hydrant Security Industry since 1979. The company’s commitment to quality and innovation has led to the development of patented products that are unique in the industry. The Pre-Con Valve and the Hydra-Storz adapter are two of the company’s most popular products, which assist fire departments in responding to emergencies. The valve lock (V-Lock-Patented) device is another patented product developed by Hydra-Shield Manufacturing, Inc. to protect water distribution systems and critical valves from unauthorized usage and theft.
