Fire Department Connection (FDC) Identification Plates
This FDC (Fire Department Connection) Identification Plate identifies an FDC or Siamese Connection as the water supply for a buildings Automatic Sprinkler system (Auto Spkr), Standpipe system, or both. Lettering options are available to match your system. Available in square orientations for recessed/concealed FDCs or round orientations for exposed FDCs, these FDC ID plates provide high visibility and clear identification of FDCs on your building. Each plate is made of Cast Brass (aside from Red finished plates, which are made from aluminum), and are available in a variety of sizes and finishes. See below for full list.
Fire Department Connection (FDC) Identification Plates Options and Other Information
We provide a variety of FDC Identification to fit your fire protection system’s needs:
Square ID Plates for Recessed/Flushed FDCs are available with the following lettering: Auto Spkr, Standpipe, Auto Spkr/Standpipe. These are available in 2-1/2 in. or 3 in. sizes in Polished Brass or Polished Chrome finishes.
Round ID Plates for Exposed FDCs are available with the following lettering: Auto Spkr, Standpipe, Auto Spkr/Standpipe. These are available in 2-1/2 in. (Auto Spkr only), 4 in., and 6 in. sizes in Red (2-1/2 and 4 in. only), Cast Brass, and Polished Chrome.
What does FDC mean on buildings?
If you’ve ever wondered what FDC stands for on a building, you’re not alone, and you’ve likely seen one of these exact signs glaring off the building’s exterior. First off, FDC stands for Fire Department Connection. On buildings, FDC refers to a dedicated connection point that allows firefighters to access the building's fire protection system for firefighting operations. The purpose of an FDC is to provide a direct link between the fire department's equipment and the building's fire protection infrastructure, such as fire sprinkler systems or standpipe systems. It enables firefighters to connect their hoses to the FDC, providing a reliable water supply and additional pressure to enhance fire suppression efforts. FDCs ensure a coordinated and efficient response during fire incidents, enabling firefighters to effectively combat fires and protect lives and property. These signs are meant to be highly visible and accessible to the fire department, so they know exactly where to hook up.
