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A dry riser sign clearly identifies the location of a dry rising main and its associated firefighting equipment within a building. Clear identification helps firefighters quickly locate the relevant inlet or outlet during an emergency.

A dry riser consists of a vertical pipe that can be supplied with water by firefighters through an inlet, with outlets provided at different levels of the building.

At Foamex Printing Company, we provide printed dry riser signs with clear text and graphics to make fire-fighting equipment easier to identify.

Types of Dry Riser Signs

Different dry riser signs may be used to identify specific parts of a dry rising main.

• Dry Riser Sign: Identifies the location of dry riser equipment within a building.
• Dry Riser Symbol: Provides a clear visual indication of dry riser equipment for quick recognition.
• Dry Riser Inlet Sign: Identifies the point where firefighters connect their equipment to the dry rising main. Official fire-service guidance specifies the words “DRY RISER INLET” for identification of the inlet box.
• Dry Riser Outlet Sign: Identifies the outlet connection used by firefighters to access the water supply on the relevant floor.

For wider fire safety requirements, you can also explore our Fire Safety Signs UK range.

Materials, Printing and Finish Options for Dry Riser Signs

Our dry riser signs are produced using rigid Foamex board, providing a lightweight and practical format for printed fire safety identification.

Clear, high-contrast printing helps make the dry riser symbol and wording easy to recognise. The signs are available in different sizes and can be adapted to suit the intended display location.

Available options include:

• Multiple standard sizes
• Custom sizes where required
• High-contrast printed graphics
• Dry-wipe finish
• Matt finish
• Gloss finish
• Anti-graffiti finish

The available options provide flexibility when producing dry riser inlet signs, dry riser outlet signs and general dry riser identification signage.

For additional guidance on fire safety planning, see our fire safety procedures resource.

Dry Riser Inlet and Outlet Signs

A dry riser inlet sign is used to identify the lower connection point where firefighters supply water to the dry rising main. The water is then carried through the vertical pipe to outlets at the required levels of the building.

A dry riser outlet sign identifies the outlet connection where firefighters can connect equipment to access the water supply on individual floors. These outlets are typically located in protected lobbies or stairway areas.

Clearly identifying both inlet and outlet points helps emergency personnel locate the equipment they need quickly.

Where Are Dry Riser Signs Used?

Dry riser signs can be used in buildings where dry rising mains and their associated firefighting equipment are installed.

Typical locations include:

• High-rise residential buildings
• Commercial buildings
• Apartment blocks
• Multi-storey premises
• Firefighting lobbies
• Stairway areas
• Plant and service areas

Fire-service guidance notes that dry rising mains are used to help firefighters supply water to upper floors and reduce the amount of hose required within a building.

Why Choose Foamex Printing Company for Dry Riser Signs?

• Clear Printing: High-contrast text and graphics make important identification information easy to read.
• Rigid Foamex Board: A lightweight material for printed fire safety signage.
• Multiple Sizes: Choose from standard sizes or request a custom size.
• Multiple Finishes: Dry-wipe, matt, gloss and anti-graffiti options are available.
• Bulk Orders: Suitable for buildings requiring multiple signs at different locations.
• White-Label Shipping: Plain, unbranded packaging is available where required.

Choose the Right Dry Riser Sign

A clearly displayed dry riser sign helps identify important firefighting infrastructure within a building. Whether you need a general dry riser symbol, a dry riser inlet sign or a dry riser outlet sign, clear identification can help firefighters locate the relevant equipment quickly during an emergency.