A fire hose cabinet is more than a colour and a size. It determines what the user finds behind the door (a hose reel, a reel with an extinguisher, a reel with a rack hose and angle valve, or a complete foam unit), whether it projects into the corridor or sits in the wall, and whether it suits its environment.
This guide covers how to choose between the Falcon Gold fire cabinets AZEIDK supplies in Saudi Arabia as part of its fire fighting systems, using the specifications on each product page.
Key takeaways
- AZEIDK offers five Falcon Gold cabinet families: single- and double-door hose reel cabinets (mild steel or stainless steel), the FGV-3001R double vertical cabinet, the FG4001RF foam and water cabinet and the FG-400 recessed extinguisher cabinet.
- Hose reel cabinets come in surface (FG) and recessed (FGR) versions, 230 mm deep, with a 25 mm × 30 m hose and 12 bar working pressure according to the catalogue.
- Recessed stainless versions have a stainless door and front but a red powder-coated mild steel back box, which matters in damp walls.
- SBC 801 and the drawings approved by Civil Defense set cabinet locations and types; the model is then matched to them.
- The SASO Technical Regulation for Fire Control Materials and Equipment covers hose reels and wall cabinets for firefighting equipment and requires a certificate of conformity before market placement.
In this article
- Start with the drawings, not the catalogue
- Falcon Gold fire cabinet families by function
- Hose reel cabinets: one door or two?
- Material: mild steel or stainless steel?
- Mounting: surface or recessed?
- The FGV-3001R vertical cabinet and the FG4001RF foam cabinet
- The FG-400 recessed extinguisher cabinet
- Approvals and documents before supply
- What to put on the purchase request
- Common mistakes when selecting fire cabinets
- Frequently asked questions
- Conclusion
Start with the drawings, not the catalogue
Cabinet numbers, locations and outlets are design decisions, not procurement decisions. They are set by the Saudi Fire Protection Code (SBC 801; the 2024 edition of the Saudi Building Code has been mandatory since 30 June 2025) and fixed in the drawings approved by Civil Defense. NFPA 14 serves as the technical reference for standpipe and hose systems where the designer adopts it.
Once the design is approved, the catalogue is used to match each cabinet to a model. For an overview of the brand and its other products, see Falcon Gold in Saudi Arabia.
Falcon Gold fire cabinet families by function
The first question is what the cabinet must contain.
| Site need | Model | Contents per product page |
|---|---|---|
| First-response hose reel, economical finish | FG-1001R / FGR-1001R | Single door, 1.2 mm mild steel, red RAL 3000 powder coat, swinging reel |
| Hose reel and extinguisher at one point | FG-2001R / FGR-2001R | Two doors: reel compartment approx. 800 mm wide, side compartment approx. 250 mm for an extinguisher |
| Hose reel with a stainless front for architectural areas | FG-1001S / FGR-1001S | SUS 304 stainless steel, 1.2 mm, brushed finish |
| Reel and extinguisher with a stainless front | FG-2001S / FGR-2001S | Two stainless doors, same two-compartment layout |
| Reel, rack hose and angle valve on limited wall width | FGV-3001R | Upper reel compartment; lower compartment for rack hose, angle valve, nozzle and accessories |
| Foam and water for flammable-liquid areas | FG4001RF | Foam inductor, foam branch pipe, two AFFF 3% containers, 30 m hose |
| Extinguisher only, inside the wall | FG-400SG / FG-400M / FG-400S | Recessed single-door cabinet with three front options |
The 1.5-inch rack and reel fire hose completes the range for cabinets that hold a rack hose; the catalogue lists UL Listed and FM Approved variants.
Hose reel cabinets: one door or two?
All four hose reel cabinets share the same core: a manual swinging hose reel with a full brass waterway, a 25 mm × 30 m hose, a 600 mm reel and an adjustable jet/spray/shut-off nozzle. The catalogue gives 12 bar hose working pressure, an average burst pressure of up to 45 bar and a minimum swing angle of about 170 degrees.
The difference is the extinguisher: the single-door surface cabinet measures 800 × 800 × 230 mm; the double-door cabinet measures 1050 × 800 × 230 mm, with a side compartment approx. 250 mm wide for a portable extinguisher. Because that compartment has a fixed width, the extinguisher type and capacity must be specified at order stage.
The catalogue for these families presents LPCB approval to EN 671-1:2012, the European standard for hose reels with semi-rigid hose, under certificate reference 1038a; the product pages say the supplied model and approval marking must be checked against project requirements at purchase.
Material: mild steel or stainless steel?
Mild steel
1.2 mm mild steel sheet which, according to the catalogue, is pickled and descaled, then finished with an oven-baked red RAL 3000 powder coat. Highly visible and lower in cost, it suits corridors, service areas and warehouses. Its weak point is scratches, and the product pages recommend repairing coating damage to prevent corrosion.
Stainless steel (SUS 304)
1.2 mm grade 304 stainless with a brushed finish, usually chosen for hotel lobbies, hospitals, offices and malls where appearance matters, and for areas exposed to moisture or frequent cleaning. Note that on the recessed FGR-1001S and FGR-2001S only the door and front architrave are stainless; the back box inside the wall is red powder-coated mild steel. In a damp wall cavity, protection depends on that back box’s coating, not on the front.
For the FG4001RF foam cabinet, the catalogue lists cold-rolled or electro-galvanised steel depending on configuration, a stainless option, and zinc phosphate pre-treatment before painting.
Mounting: surface or recessed?
Each hose reel cabinet comes in two versions; the R in the FGR prefix marks the recessed one.
| Model | Mounting | Dimensions per product page (mm) |
|---|---|---|
| FG-1001R / FG-1001S | Surface | 800 × 800 × 230 |
| FGR-1001R / FGR-1001S | Recessed | Body approx. 800 × 800 × 230; outer frame approx. 880 × 880 |
| FG-2001R / FG-2001S | Surface | 1050 × 800 × 230 |
| FGR-2001R / FGR-2001S | Recessed | Body approx. 1050 × 800 × 230; outer frame approx. 1130 × 880; frame projection approx. 40 |
| FGV-3001R | Surface | 800 × 1500 × 230 |
| FG4001RF (1.5-inch) | Surface | Approx. 700 × 1120 × 300 |
| FG4001RF (2.5-inch) | Surface | Approx. 800 × 1300 × 350 |
| FG-400 (extinguisher) | Recessed | Body 280 × 600 × 180; frame approx. 360 × 680 |
A recessed cabinet keeps corridors and escape routes clear but needs early architectural coordination: a correctly sized opening, a wall able to take about 230 mm of depth for reel cabinets, and installation before finishes. A surface cabinet is easier to fit and replace but needs a wall that can carry its full operating weight. Either way, the product pages require room for the door to open fully and the reel to swing freely, with bottom drain openings kept clear.
The FGV-3001R vertical cabinet and the FG4001RF foam cabinet
FGV-3001R: reel and rack hose in one column
A surface-mounted cabinet with two doors one above the other, 800 mm wide and 1500 mm high. The upper compartment holds a 25 mm × 30 m reel; the lower one holds a rack hose, angle valve, adjustable fog nozzle and accessories according to the approved configuration. The catalogue shows 1.5-inch and 2.5-inch angle valves rated up to 300 psi, with selected models UL Listed and FM Approved, and an optional 65 mm × 30 m hose rated up to 17 bar.
The model number alone is not enough: specify the angle valve size and type, reel and rack hose diameter and length, coupling and nozzle type, and the approvals required for each component.
FG4001RF: foam and water in one cabinet
A low-expansion foam unit with a water hose, designed for single-person operation on Class A and B fires. System water passes through the foam inductor, which draws concentrate from the containers at the required proportion; the solution leaves through an aluminium foam branch pipe with a throw of roughly 15 to 20 m depending on pressure. The base configuration has two 20-litre containers of AFFF 3%; the catalogue also shows a two × 25-litre option and other concentrates such as AR-AFFF 3×3% and FP depending on the hazard. Couplings are available in BS 336, Storz and NH.
Catalogue applications include fuel stations, flammable-liquid stores and workshops. Concentrate type and ratio must follow the hazard, hydraulic calculations and authority requirements, and network pressure must suit the inductor.
The FG-400 recessed extinguisher cabinet
For an extinguisher inside the wall without a hose reel, the FG-400 family offers three fronts of the same size:
- FG-400SG: stainless door and architrave with a fibreglass vision panel (approx. 155 × 435 mm), so the extinguisher is visible without opening the door.
- FG-400M: red RAL 3000 powder-coated mild steel body and door, the traditional fire-equipment look.
- FG-400S: solid stainless door and architrave, no vision panel.
At 180 mm deep and 280 mm wide inside, internal clearance must be confirmed against the extinguisher type and capacity before ordering, as the product page notes. It has two bottom drain holes of about 10 mm.
Approvals and documents before supply
In Saudi Arabia there are two separate checks:
- Product conformity for the market: the SASO Technical Regulation for Fire Control Materials and Equipment lists EN 671-1 for hose reels with semi-rigid hose and EN 671-2 for lay-flat hose systems, and its product list includes wall cabinets for storing firefighting equipment. It requires a certificate of conformity from a SASO-notified body before a product is placed on the market, with product listings managed through the SABER platform.
- Project approval: the submittal to the consultant and then Civil Defense, with datasheets, drawings and certificates for each supplied model. AZEIDK helps prepare it as part of its Civil Defense approval support service.
Check the status of the LPCB certificate shown in the catalogue in LPCB’s official directory, by manufacturer and model. For the 1.5-inch rack hose, specify the UL or FM variant; the catalogue lists 250 psi service, 500 psi proof and 750 psi burst pressure.
What to put on the purchase request
The product pages list what is needed at order stage; putting it in the bill of quantities saves queries:
- Model and mounting: surface (FG) or recessed (FGR).
- Material and finish: mild steel or stainless, colour and door marking.
- Door-opening direction and water-inlet direction.
- Valve type and size, hose diameter and length, nozzle type.
- Coupling type (e.g. NH, BS 336 or Storz) and compatibility with the valve and hose.
- Extinguisher type and capacity for double-door and FG-400 cabinets.
- For the foam cabinet: 1.5-inch or 2.5-inch system, concentrate type and ratio, number and size of containers, network pressure and flow.
- The approvals required in the consultant’s specification.
AZEIDK’s technical selection of systems and equipment service starts from your drawings and bill of quantities.
Common mistakes when selecting fire cabinets
- Ordering a recessed cabinet after the walls are finished, or for a wall too thin for its depth.
- Specifying a recessed stainless cabinet for a damp wall on the assumption that the whole box is stainless.
- Ordering a double-door cabinet without defining the extinguisher, then supplying one that does not fit the side compartment.
- Ignoring door-opening and inlet direction, so the door hits an adjacent wall or the connection arrives on the wrong side.
- Mixing coupling types between valve and rack hose, such as an NH-coupled hose for a valve with a different thread.
- Supplying the foam cabinet with a concentrate unsuited to the fuel, or without checking network pressure at the inductor.
- Leaving paint scratches unrepaired and blocking drain holes during finishing.
Frequently asked questions
Are the recessed stainless hose reel cabinets fully stainless?
No. According to the product page, the door and front architrave are SUS 304 stainless steel, while the back box inside the wall is red RAL 3000 powder-coated mild steel.
What is the difference between FG-1001R and FGR-1001R?
Both are single-door mild steel hose reel cabinets. The first is surface mounted; the second is recessed into the wall, with a visible frame of about 880 × 880 mm.
When should I choose the FG4001RF foam cabinet?
Where flammable liquids sit alongside ordinary combustibles, as in fuel stations, filling areas and workshops, and the approved design calls for a manual foam line. Concentrate type and ratio follow the hazard and calculations.
Does a fire cabinet need a certificate of conformity in Saudi Arabia?
The SASO Technical Regulation for Fire Control Materials and Equipment covers hose reels and wall cabinets for firefighting equipment and requires a certificate of conformity before market placement. Ask the supplier for evidence covering the supplied model.
Conclusion
Selecting Falcon Gold fire cabinets comes down to five questions: what the cabinet holds, its material, surface or recessed mounting, how its components are specified, and which documents prove conformity. Answering them at submittal stage costs far less than a mismatch found on site.
Preparing the fire cabinet schedule for your project? Send us your drawings and bill of quantities and we will propose the right Falcon Gold model for each location, with datasheets and approval documents. Contact the AZEIDK team
