Adena Fire Commissions Large Wet Riser Installation in East London

Specialist commissioning supports the operational readiness of an essential firefighting system

Adena Fire Safety Services has recently completed the commissioning of a large wet riser installation in East London, helping to ensure that the system is ready to support firefighters should it be required during an emergency.

Wet risers provide firefighters with access to a reliable water supply at designated points throughout a building. They are commonly installed in taller buildings (over 50m in height) where pumping water from ground level could be difficult, time-consuming or ineffective during an emergency.

The successful commissioning of a wet riser is therefore an important stage in preparing a building for occupation and ongoing use. It provides assurance that the installation has been inspected and assessed before becoming part of the building’s active fire safety arrangements.

Adena Fire has almost 15 years of experience in the commissioning, testing and maintenance of dry and wet riser systems. Its engineers also provide remedial works, repairs and supporting services to help clients keep essential firefighting systems operational and emergency-ready.

Experience gained on the front line

Adena Fire’s dry and wet riser services are delivered by former or serving British Fire Service professionals.

This practical experience gives Adena’s engineers a valuable understanding of how rising mains are used during real incidents. Their approach considers not only the technical condition of the installation, but also whether the system can be accessed and used effectively by attending fire crews.

The East London project is the latest example of Adena Fire supporting the readiness of firefighting infrastructure in buildings across London and the South East.

Alongside the commissioning of new installations, Adena works with building owners, responsible persons, facilities managers and managing agents to inspect, test, maintain and repair existing wet and dry riser systems.

Ongoing attention remains essential

Commissioning is not the end of a wet riser’s safety journey. Once a system is operational, suitable inspection, testing and maintenance arrangements are needed to help identify deterioration, damage or defects that could affect its performance.

For high-rise residential buildings in England, the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 place additional responsibilities on the responsible person. These include monthly routine checks of essential firefighting equipment, with rising mains included among the equipment covered by the requirements.

Where a defect is identified, action should be taken promptly to investigate and rectify the problem. Adena Fire can provide remedial work alongside its testing and maintenance services, helping clients address faults and keep their sites prepared for an emergency.

Keeping buildings FIRESAFE

The completion of the East London installation reinforces Adena Fire’s commitment to providing technically informed, practical fire safety services based on genuine Fire Service experience.

From commissioning new wet riser systems to testing existing dry risers and completing necessary repairs, Adena Fire helps clients understand the condition of their firefighting infrastructure and take appropriate action where required.

To arrange dry or wet riser testing, maintenance or remedial work, contact Adena Fire Safety Services.

Keep your building FIRESAFE with Adena Fire.