Cable Tray Fire Wraps Installation Contractor in Dubai UAE

In the ever-expanding infrastructure, industrial, and commercial sectors of the UAE and Middle East, safety and compliance are paramount. Cable Tray Fire Wraps play a critical role in ensuring that electrical power and communication systems remain protected during a fire, preventing catastrophic service failure and safeguarding both life and property.

At Protek Contracting, we are recognized leaders in designing, supplying, and installing fire-rated cable tray wraps for projects across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah, as well as the wider GCC. Our installations are trusted in oil & gas facilities, power plants, data centers, hospitals, and high-rise buildings, where fire safety and operational continuity are non-negotiable.

What Are Cable Tray Fire Wraps?

Cable tray fire wraps are flexible, high-performance fire protection systems designed to insulate and shield cables from extreme heat during a fire. Typically constructed from ceramic fiber blankets, intumescent layers, and reinforced aluminum or stainless steel foil, these wraps can prevent the cables inside from reaching failure temperatures for a specified fire rating period -  ranging from 30 minutes to 240 minutes.

They are applied around entire cable trays or conduit systems, forming a continuous protective barrier that slows heat transfer, prevents fire spread, and preserves electrical function for critical building operations.

Why Cable Tray Fire Wraps Are Essential in the UAE and Middle East

The UAE’s urban landscape is characterized by mega high-rise buildings, complex industrial plants, and offshore facilities -  all of which have stringent fire safety requirements. The combination of high fire loads, critical systems, and Civil Defense code compliance makes fire wraps not just an option, but a mandatory safety measure in many projects.

Key reasons they’re essential:

• Civil Defense Requirement: Many UAE Civil Defense approvals mandate fire protection for electrical cable trays passing through fire-rated compartments.
• Protection of Critical Infrastructure: Hospitals, airports, and data centers depend on uninterrupted electrical supply during emergencies.
• Industrial Hazard Mitigation: Oil & gas facilities face unique risks due to hydrocarbon fires.
• Life Safety: Ensures emergency lighting, alarms, and fire pumps remain powered during evacuation.

Benefits of Installing Fire-Rated Cable Tray Wraps

1. Enhanced Fire Resistance
   • Maintains circuit integrity under fire for 30, 60, 120, or 240 minutes.
2. Easy Retrofit Capability
   • Flexible wraps can be installed over existing trays without dismantling.
3. Lightweight & Space-Efficient
   • Does not require large construction alterations.
4. Multi-Hazard Protection
   • Fire, heat, and in some designs, water spray resistance.
5. Durability
   • Resistant to UAE’s high humidity, dust, and salt-laden air.

Industries & Applications

1. High-Rise Commercial Towers

• Ensures uninterrupted power supply for life safety systems.
• Fire compartmentation for cable risers and corridors.

2. Oil & Gas Facilities

• Protects control and instrumentation cabling in hazardous zones.

3. Data Centers

• Prevents catastrophic downtime due to cable damage.

4. Hospitals & Healthcare Facilities

• Maintains operation of essential systems like medical gas alarms and emergency power.

5. Marine & Offshore

• Fire wraps approved for use in ships, FPSOs, and offshore drilling rigs.

Types of Cable Tray Fire Wraps

Fire Rating & Standards Compliance

Protek supplies and installs wraps tested to:

• BS 476 Part 20/22
• EN 1366-3
• ASTM E1725
• UL 2196
• UAE Fire & Life Safety Code of Practice

Fire ratings available:

• 30 minutes
• 60 minutes
• 120 minutes
• 240 minutes (for extreme-risk areas)

How Cable Tray Fire Wraps Work

1. Thermal Insulation: The core ceramic or mineral wool layer slows heat transfer.
2. Intumescent Reaction: At high temperatures, the intumescent layer expands, sealing gaps.
3. Barrier Protection: Foil facing reflects radiant heat and protects against water spray.
4. System Integrity: Prevents premature cable failure to maintain circuit continuity.

Protek’s Installation Process

Step 1 – Site Assessment

• Inspect cable tray layouts, routes, and compartment penetrations.

Step 2 – Material Selection

• Choose the wrap type based on environment, fire rating, and Civil Defense requirements.

Step 3 – Preparation

• Ensure trays are clean and free of sharp edges that could damage wraps.

Step 4 – Wrapping

• Apply wraps with overlap as per manufacturer guidelines.
• Secure with stainless steel bands or rivets.

Step 5 – Sealing

• Seal all seams with high-temperature adhesive or foil tape.

Step 6 – Testing & Certification

• Thickness and fire rating verification.
• Issue compliance documentation for Civil Defense submission.

Advantages of Choosing Protek for Cable Tray Fire Wraps

• Civil Defense Approved Installer in all Emirates.
• Experienced in both new-build and retrofit projects.
• Marine and offshore capability with corrosion-resistant materials.
• Full compliance documentation for inspections.
• Rapid installation without system downtime.

Common Project Locations in UAE & GCC

We have completed fire wrap installations in:

• Dubai Marina Towers
• Abu Dhabi Oil Refinery
• Sharjah Airport Data Hub
• Ajman Port Facilities
• Offshore Oil Platforms in Ras Al Khaimah
• Fujairah Power Plant

Case Study – Data Center, Abu Dhabi

Challenge: Protect 200m of cable trays without disrupting operations.
Solution: Installed multi-layer intumescent wraps with stainless steel banding during off-peak hours.
Result: Achieved 120-minute fire rating, Civil Defense approval granted in first inspection.

Maintenance & Inspection

• Annual visual inspection recommended.
• Replace wraps if torn, waterlogged, or mechanically damaged.
• Simple rewrapping possible without halting operations.

Environmental Responsibility

• Many wraps are made from low-VOC, asbestos-free materials.
• Long service life minimizes waste.
• Complies with LEED and Estidama sustainable building guidelines.

Service Coverage

We offer Cable Tray Fire Wrap Installation Services in:

• Dubai
• Abu Dhabi
• Sharjah
• Ajman
• Umm Al Quwain
• Ras Al Khaimah
• Fujairah
  And across the Middle East: Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait.

Cable tray fire wraps are a proven, cost-effective way to protect electrical infrastructure from fire damage and ensure operational continuity during emergencies. With Protek Contracting’s expertise, you can be confident of Civil Defense-compliant installations, premium-grade materials, and long-term reliability in even the harshest UAE conditions.

Protek Contracting
P.O. Box: 20459, Ajman, UAE
info@protekuae.com
+971 6 7419381
+971 6 7419382
www.protekuae.com