Advanced Fire Protection Solutions for Arab Steel CO. a Major Steel Manufacturing Facility
KRON Oilfield Service Company is proud to have contributed to the Arab Steel Co. Project in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, by supplying high-performance INCA Firestop and fire protection solutions designed to support the safety and protection requirements of critical electrical and industrial installations.
As the designated supplier of INCA Firestop products, KRON provided DC6150 Fire Cable Coating, a specialized fire-retardant coating designed to prevent the propagation of fire along plastic-jacketed electrical cables.
The project represents an important industrial development within Dammam Second Industrial City, where robust passive fire protection solutions are essential for protecting electrical infrastructure and maintaining safe operation within a demanding steel-manufacturing environment.
Project Value
The successful supply of INCA DC6150 Cable Coating for the Arab Steel Co. Project reflects KRON’s commitment to supporting Saudi Arabia’s industrial sector with reliable and technically proven fire protection solutions.
KRON continues to provide specialized Firestop Systems, Fire Cable Coatings, Fire Sealants, Firestop Boards, Collars and other passive fire protection products for industrial, commercial, infrastructure, oil & gas, and major development projects across the Kingdom.
KRON – Protecting Critical Infrastructure Through Reliable Firestop Solutions.
Project Overview
- Project: Arab Steel Co. Project
- Client: Arab Steel Co. / Al-Ittefaq Steel Products Co.
- Location: Dammam Second Industrial City, Saudi Arabia
- Industry: Steel Manufacturing / Heavy Industrial
- Firestop Supplier: KRON Oilfield Service Company
- Firestop Manufacturer: INCA
- Supplied Product: DC6150 Cable Coating
Arab Steel Co. is part of the Al-Ittefaq Steel Products Co. group and was developed as a major integrated steel manufacturing facility in Dammam. The facility forms part of a large-scale industrial development incorporating advanced steel production technologies and extensive electrical, mechanical, and utility infrastructure.
The Arab Steel facility has been associated with large-scale steel production and integrated manufacturing operations, including electric arc furnace technology, steel melting, billet production, and associated industrial systems.
KRON’s Role in the Project
KRON’s role was focused on the supply of specialized INCA fire protection material for electrical cable fire protection applications.
Through its partnership with INCA, KRON provides certified passive fire protection products developed for demanding industrial environments. INCA Firestop systems are based on advanced fire protection technologies and are tested and certified through recognized international certification systems.
For the Arab Steel Co. Project, KRON supplied DC6150 Cable Coating, providing a dedicated fire protection solution for electrical cables and cable systems.
The supplied coating is designed to help prevent the propagation of fire along cable routes, providing an additional layer of passive fire protection to critical electrical infrastructure.
Supplied Firestop Material
Fire Cable Coating – DC6150
INCA DC6150 is a water-based, flexible, ablative fire-retardant cable coating formulated to prevent fire propagation along plastic-jacketed electrical cables.
The coating is Non-halogenated, Asbestos-free, Non-toxic, Water-based, Flexible after curing, High-solids, Water-resistant, Suitable for interior and exterior applications, Designed not to derate the cable’s current-carrying capacity when properly applied and FM Approved.
DC6150 has been tested for demanding environmental conditions, including freeze/thaw cycles and salt-water immersion, supporting its suitability for industrial environments where electrical systems may be exposed to challenging operating conditions.
Property| Technical Information:
- Product DC6150 Cable Coating
- Color White
- Appearance Matt
- Base Water-based latex
- Specific Gravity 1.55 ± 0.1 g/cm³
- Solids by Weight 70–76%
- VOC 28 g/L
- Application Airless spray, brush or roller
- Typical WFT 1,000 microns
- Typical DFT 640 microns
- Dry to Touch 2–4 hours
- Dry Through 2–4 days, depending on ambient conditions
- Service Temperature -25°C to +80°C
- Packaging 25 kg pail
- Shelf Life Up to 18 months
- Approval FM Approved
The technical data and product documentation published by KRON identify DC6150 as an FM Approved cable coating, with performance references including FM Approval Class 3971, IEEE 383, IEC 60332-3A and IEEE 1202
Application in Industrial Environments
The Arab Steel Co. facility represents a high-demand industrial environment where electrical and control systems are essential to continuous plant operation.
The use of specialized cable fire protection helps address fire propagation risks associated with cable installations in areas such as:
- Electrical and control rooms
- Cable trays and cable routes
- Substations
- Industrial process areas
- Power distribution systems
- Instrumentation and control systems
- Utility and support buildings
The application of DC6150 forms part of a passive fire protection approach intended to reduce the potential for fire to spread through cable pathways.
Quality, Compliance and Performance
KRON’s fire protection solutions are supplied with a focus on quality, technical performance, and compliance with recognized fire protection requirements.
KRON’s INCA Firestop product range includes tested and certified passive fire protection solutions, with certifications and listings including UL, FM, ASTM, Warnock Hersey and Intertek, depending on the specific product and system.
For DC6150 specifically, KRON’s technical documentation confirms FM Approval and performance testing related to electrical cable fire propagation.
Why DC6150 for Cable Fire Protection?
DC6150 provides several advantages for industrial cable protection:
- Fire Propagation Control: Designed to prevent the propagation of fire along plastic-jacketed electrical cables.
- Flexible Protection: The coating remains flexible after curing, helping accommodate cable movement and installation conditions.
- Water-Based Formulation: The product is water-based and suitable for both interior and exterior applications.
- Non-Halogenated & Asbestos-Free: The formulation is non-halogenated and asbestos-free.
- High-Solids Formulation: Its high-solids formulation supports the formation of an effective protective coating at the specified thickness.
- Cable Performance: Testing indicates that the protective coating does not derate the cable’s current-carrying capacity when used as specified.
- Industrial Suitability: The product has been tested against demanding environmental conditions, supporting its use in industrial and infrastructure applications.
KRON – Your Firestop Supply Partner
Through the Arab Steel Co. Project, KRON demonstrates its capability to supply specialized INCA passive fire protection solutions for major industrial facilities in Saudi Arabia.
Our experience in firestop systems enables KRON to support clients with high-performance products for protecting electrical penetrations, cable systems, joints, pipes, and other critical building and industrial elements.
By combining INCA’s tested fire protection technology with KRON’s local supply capabilities and technical support, we help project teams implement reliable passive fire protection solutions that contribute to safer and more resilient facilities.
