Aramco FADHILI Gas Increment Project Firestop Supply by KRON Company | INCA Firestop Systems
The Fadhili Gas Increment Project is a major expansion of Saudi Aramco’s Fadhili Gas Plant in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia. The expansion is part of Aramco’s strategy to increase natural gas processing capacity and support the Kingdom’s growing demand for natural gas.
The project is designed to increase the Fadhili Gas Plant’s raw gas processing capacity from approximately 2.5 BSCFD to up to 4.0 BSCFD, adding approximately 1.5 BSCFD of additional raw gas processing capacity. The expansion is also expected to increase sulfur production by approximately 2,300 metric tons per day, with project completion targeted for 2027.
KRON’s Role in the Project
KRON Oilfield Service Company is proud to support the ARAMCO Fadhili Gas Increment Project as the supplier of INCA Firestop Systems.
KRON supplied selected high-performance firestop materials manufactured by INCA, an Aramco-approved manufacturer, providing passive fire protection solutions designed to help maintain the required fire, smoke and air-tightness performance of rated building and industrial assemblies.
The supplied INCA Firestop materials included INSS1186 Elastomeric FireCaulk, INSS1440 Fire Barrier Caulk, FP-05 Coated Firestop Board
These products form part of INCA’s comprehensive Firestop product range, which includes tested and certified solutions for penetrations, joints and openings in fire-rated assemblies. KRON provides INCA Firestop systems for industrial facilities, oil & gas projects, commercial buildings and other critical infrastructure applications.
Project Highlights
Project: ARAMCO Fadhili Gas Increment Project
Client: Saudi Aramco
Location: Fadhili, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
Project Type: Gas Processing Plant Expansion
Additional Raw Gas Processing Capacity: 1.5 BSCFD
Target Plant Processing Capacity: Up to 4.0 BSCFD
EPC Contractors: Samsung Engineering, GS Engineering & Construction, Nesma & Partners
Firestop Supplier: KRON Oilfield Service Company
Firestop Manufacturer: INCA
Firestop Materials Supplied: INSS1186, INSS1440, FP-05
The EPC contracts for the Fadhili Gas Plant Increment were awarded by Saudi Aramco to Samsung Engineering, GS Engineering & Construction, and Nesma & Partners, making the project one of the significant ongoing gas infrastructure developments in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Materials Supplied
Elastomeric Fire Caulk Fire Sealant – INSS1186
INSS1186 is a premium water-based elastomeric firestop sealant engineered to seal dynamic joints and service penetrations. It is designed to maintain outstanding flexibility even after curing, making it an essential component in modern firestop systems.
Global Certifications: UL 2079, ULC S115, ASTM E1966, ASTM E2307
Packaging Options: 310 ml cartridge, sausage pack, 1-gallon pail, 5-gallon pail
Shelf Life: 2 years
Key Features:
- Water-based acrylic formulation for safe application.
- Excellent flexibility to accommodate dynamic joint movement.
- Low VOC, ensuring better indoor air quality.
- Halogen-, asbestos-, and solvent-free.
- Highly resistant to smoke, air, and water penetration.
- Easy application using a caulking gun, brush, roller, or spray equipment.
Ideal Applications:
- Dynamic wall and floor joints.
- Curtain wall joint sealing.
- Cable and pipe penetrations.
- Expansion joints.
INSS1186 is supported by UL and Intertek certifications, with its performance dependent on the specific listed firestop assembly and installation configuration.
Fire Barrier Caulk Fire Sealant – INSS1440
INSS1440 is an advanced one-component, water-based intumescent fire sealant specifically developed for sealing penetrations in fire-rated walls and floors. Upon exposure to extreme heat, this intumescent caulk expands rapidly to close openings, effectively blocking the spread of flames, smoke, and toxic hot gases.
Global Certifications: UL 1479 (up to a 3-hour fire rating), FM Approved, ASTM E814, ULC S115
Packaging Options: Cartridge, sausage pack, 1-gallon pail, 5-gallon pail
Key Features:
- One-component acrylic sealant powered by intumescent technology.
- Eco-friendly water-based formulation.
- Strong, reliable adhesion to standard construction materials.
- Easy, hassle-free application.
- Free from halogens, asbestos, and silica.
- Exceptional long-term durability, exceeding a 50-year service life.
Ideal Applications:
- Cable, metallic, and plastic pipe penetrations.
- Mechanical and electrical service openings.
- Fire-rated door and window frame joints.
INSS1440 is supported by UL, FM and Intertek approvals, with listed systems achieving fire-resistance performance of up to 3 hours under applicable test standards and configurations.
Coated Firestop Board – FP-05
3. FP05 – Firestop Board
For large-scale sealing requirements, the FP05 high-density mineral wool firestop board is the ultimate solution. Featuring a factory-applied intumescent coating, it is specifically designed to seal large service openings while preserving the integrity and fire resistance of fire-rated walls and floors.
When installed in accordance with the applicable listed firestop system, FP-05 can restore fire-resistance performance of up to 2 hours, depending on the tested assembly and configuration. The product is supported by UL and FM certification documentation.
Key Features:
- Density: 160 kg/m³.
- Dimensions: 1200 × 600 × 50 mm.
- Delivers robust fire resistance for up to 2 hours.
- Intumescent coating expands up to 30 times its original thickness during a fire.
- Low VOC, odorless, and entirely halogen-free.
- Provides excellent acoustic insulation (STC rated).
- Forms a tight seal against smoke and air passage.
- Easy to cut, shape, and install directly on site.
- Proven service life exceeding 50 years.
Ideal Applications:
- Large cable penetrations and heavy cable trays.
- Complex pipe penetrations.
- Oversized mechanical and electrical service openings.
- Fire-rated wall and floor compartmentation.
Passive Fire Protection for Critical Infrastructure
Firestop systems are an essential component of passive fire protection in oil and gas facilities. Service penetrations, construction joints, cable trays, pipes and other openings can create pathways through fire-rated barriers if they are not properly protected.
The INCA Firestop products supplied by KRON are engineered to work as part of tested and listed firestop assemblies, helping maintain the integrity of fire-rated walls, floors and other building elements.
For a large-scale gas processing facility such as the Fadhili Gas Increment Project, reliable passive fire protection plays an important role in supporting fire compartmentation, smoke control and the overall fire-resistance strategy of the facility.
KRON & INCA
Through its partnership with INCA, KRON provides a comprehensive range of Firestop solutions designed for demanding industrial and oil & gas applications.
KRON’s Firestop portfolio includes fire-rated sealants, coated firestop boards, firestop sheets, collars, putties, mortars, foams and other passive fire protection products.
Our solutions are supported by internationally recognized testing and certification programs, including UL, ASTM, FM and Intertek, depending on the specific product and system.
At KRON, we are committed to supplying high-quality Firestop solutions that support the safety, reliability and performance requirements of major industrial projects across Saudi Arabia.
Our Commitment
KRON is proud to contribute to one of Saudi Arabia’s major gas infrastructure developments by supplying INCA Firestop Systems for the Fadhili Gas Increment Project.
Our participation reflects KRON’s commitment to delivering reliable, certified and high-performance passive fire protection solutions for critical oil & gas infrastructure.
KRON Company — Delivering Firestop Solutions for Safer, More Resilient Infrastructure.
