Jack Pump is a brand of stationary fire pumps whose catalog names MENA Mechanical Industries in the United Arab Emirates. AZEIDK supplies three series: VES end-suction, MSC split-case and VTP vertical turbine pumps, with electric motor or diesel engine drivers. This page explains how the series differ and what to check on listing and performance before approval.
Key takeaways
- The Jack Pump catalog names MENA Mechanical Industries of the UAE, and UL Product iQ shows the VES and MSC models in listings held by that company.
- Flow ranges per our product pages: 50 to 1,000 gpm for VES, 300 to 8,000 gpm for MSC and 50 to 5,000 gpm for VTP.
- UL Product iQ shows VES models under file EX28929 and MSC models under EX28977; for VTP, confirm the model in the listing. No FM approval is stated; if required, ask for the model’s FM entry.
- Pump selection starts from the duty point in the hydraulic calculations and the water source level, under NFPA 20 in the edition set by the Saudi Fire Protection Code (SBC 801) and Civil Defense.
Who is Jack Pump?
The Jack Pump catalog published with our product pages names MENA Mechanical Industries in the United Arab Emirates. In UL Product iQ, that company (listed as Mena Mech Ind Co) holds three fire pump listings: end-suction, split-case and vertical turbine centrifugal fire pumps.
The end-suction listing shows VES models with the same designations as our product page, such as VES 80-250, and the split-case listing shows MSC models such as MSC5-80-200. The vertical turbine listing shows models with a different designation, so ask the supplier to link the offered VTP model to that listing before approval.
AZEIDK pages describe these pumps as available from AZEIDK within our fire fighting systems solutions, alongside design, approval and commissioning services.
Jack Pump series AZEIDK supplies
- VES end-suction pumps: a back pull-out design for maintenance without removing suction and discharge piping, a ductile iron casing and a bronze or stainless steel impeller. Flow runs from 50 to 1,000 gpm and discharge pressure from 84 to 230 psi.
- MSC split-case pumps: a horizontal, axially split casing and a double-suction impeller that reduces axial thrust, with a rotating assembly that comes out without disconnecting piping or driver. Flow runs from 300 to 8,000 gpm and pressure from 82 to 369 psi.
- VTP vertical turbine pumps: multistage pumps whose bowl assembly sits in the water source while the discharge head and driver stay above it. They suit below-grade tanks, wells and sumps, with 50 to 5,000 gpm and 84 to 230 psi.
All three series come with an electric motor or a diesel engine. The driver choice depends on the power supply, grid reliability and pump room layout.
| Series | Typical use | Key specification or listing as published |
|---|---|---|
| VES end-suction | Small and medium flows from a tank feeding the pump room | 50 to 1,000 gpm, 84 to 230 psi; VES models in the UL end-suction listing (file EX28929) |
| MSC split-case | Large flows for hydrant networks and industrial sites | 300 to 8,000 gpm, 82 to 369 psi; MSC models in the UL split-case listing (file EX28977) |
| VTP vertical turbine | Water below pump level: below-grade tanks, wells and sumps | 50 to 5,000 gpm, 84 to 230 psi; the UL vertical turbine listing (EX29493) shows BVT model names; get the link to the VTP model |
How to choose between the three series
Selection starts from the duty point, the flow and pressure set by the hydraulic calculations. Next comes the water source level: when water sits below the pump in a below-grade tank or well, a vertical turbine pump is the usual choice; when the tank feeds the pump room, a horizontal pump works.
Among horizontal pumps, VES covers flows up to 1,000 gpm and MSC extends to 8,000 gpm, with driver type, space and ease of maintenance completing the picture. NFPA 20 performance criteria, as summarized by the Hydraulic Institute, require churn (no-flow) pressure between 101% and 140% of rated pressure and at least 65% of rated pressure at 150% of rated flow.
What to check before approval
- The duty point sits on a stable part of the pump curve, and the curve meets the churn and 150% flow criteria.
- The exact model, size and speed appear in the UL listing in UL Product iQ; for VTP, get the link between the offered model and the listing.
- FM approval if the specification requires it. FM standards are pump-type specific, such as FM 1311 for split-case and FM 1319 for end-suction pumps.
- Package components per the design: a controller listed for fire pump service, the driver, a jockey pump and a relief valve.
- The certified shop test curve in the submittal, and a plan for the field acceptance test before handover.
- A valid certificate of conformity under the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) technical regulation for fire control materials and equipment, which covers fire pumps.
How AZEIDK helps
Our fire fighting systems solutions cover fire pumps from supply and installation to testing, commissioning and handover readiness. Engineering design and calculations fix the duty point, and technical selection of systems and equipment matches the series and driver. We also support Civil Defense approval and documentation and final handover, and keep pumps ready through annual maintenance contracts.
For more detail, see our guides to the NFPA 20 standard, electric vs diesel fire pumps, fire pump acceptance testing, the fire pump room checklist and UL listing vs FM approval, or browse our products page.
FAQ
Who makes Jack Pump fire pumps?
The Jack Pump catalog published with our product pages names MENA Mechanical Industries in the United Arab Emirates, and UL Product iQ shows the VES and MSC models in listings held by that company. AZEIDK supplies three series from the brand: end-suction, split-case and vertical turbine pumps.
Are Jack Pump fire pumps UL listed?
UL Product iQ shows VES models in the end-suction listing and MSC models in the split-case listing. The vertical turbine listing held by the same company shows different model names, so get the link to the offered VTP model. Before approval, confirm the model, size and speed in the listing.
Are Jack Pump fire pumps FM approved?
Our product pages do not state FM approval for these series. If the specification or the insurer requires an FM Approved pump, ask for the model’s entry in the FM Approval Guide, keeping in mind that FM standards differ by pump type, such as FM 1311 for split-case pumps.
When should I choose a vertical turbine pump?
It is the usual choice when the water source sits below the pump, as in below-grade tanks, wells and sumps, because the bowl assembly is submerged while the driver stays above. The vertical layout also saves pump room floor space, and the number of stages is set by the pressure needed.
Are Jack Pump pumps available with diesel engines?
Yes. Our product pages list electric motor and diesel engine options for all three series. The choice depends on power supply reliability, standby generation and pump room layout; our electric vs diesel guide explains how each option affects design and maintenance.
Need a fire pump for your project? Send us the duty point and drawings, and we will propose the right Jack Pump series and review the listing and test documents with you. Contact the AZEIDK team
