What is used to bypass a damaged section of fire main piping?

In fire protection systems, a bypass is often required when a section of fire main piping is damaged or under maintenance. A jumper serves this purpose effectively by allowing water to flow around the damaged area, maintaining system integrity and ensuring that fire suppression capabilities are not compromised.

Jumpers are typically flexible pipes that can be quickly installed across the damaged section, allowing firefighters and system operators to restore functionality without extensive repairs. This expedites the response time in emergencies, ensuring that water is available where it is needed most.

The other terms used in the context of piping systems have different functions; for example, a connector typically refers to a fitting used to link sections of piping but does not denote a method for bypassing damage. A coupling usually serves as a fitting to connect two lengths of pipe or changes the pipe diameter, rather than a temporary bypass. Theft is not related to fire protection systems at all and is not a relevant concept in this context.