Industrial & Manufacturing Industry

Keeping production facilities operating safely, efficiently, and without unplanned downtime

Saudi Arabia's industrial base is the engine of economic diversification. From cement plants and steel mills to pharmaceutical factories and food processing facilities, the manufacturing sector operates under extreme conditions: heavy dynamic loads, chemical exposure, thermal cycling, and abrasive wear. Unplanned downtime carries enormous cost, and equipment failure can compromise safety and environmental compliance.

At Arabian Company for Protection and Strengthening, we understand the unique demands of industrial environments. Our specialized engineering and contracting services help plant owners, operators, and maintenance managers extend asset life, reduce maintenance frequency, and maintain operational reliability. We work alongside your team to deliver solutions that minimize production interruptions and stand up to the toughest industrial conditions.

Why Industrial Facilities Require Specialized Protection

Manufacturing and industrial assets face a unique combination of degradation mechanisms that demand robust, engineered solutions.

Heavy dynamic loads: Vibrations, impact, and repetitive loading from machinery and material handling.
Chemical attack: Acids, alkalis, solvents, and process chemicals that degrade concrete and steel.
Abrasion and erosion: From raw materials, aggregates, and high-velocity particulates.
Thermal stress: High temperatures, thermal cycling, and fire exposure.
Corrosion: From humidity, process spillage, and aggressive atmospheres.
Oil and grease contamination: Penetration into concrete floors and foundations.
Foundation settlement: From dynamic equipment loads and soil conditions.
Structural fatigue: From years of continuous operation.

Our Services for the Industrial & Manufacturing Sector

We deliver comprehensive protection, strengthening, and durability solutions tailored to the specific needs of industrial facilities.

Industrial Flooring & Surface Protection

Factory floors must withstand heavy traffic, impact, chemical spills, and thermal stress. We install high-performance flooring systems that extend service life and reduce maintenance.

Resin floor systems

Epoxy floor coatings: Durable, chemical-resistant surfaces for general manufacturing areas.
Polyurethane concrete (PUC): Flexible, impact-resistant floors for dynamic loading.
Methyl methacrylate (MMA) floors: Rapid curing (1-2 hours) for minimal downtime during installation.
Vinyl ester floors: Maximum chemical resistance for aggressive process areas.

Heavy-duty toppings

Dry-shake hardeners: For new concrete floors to increase surface density and abrasion resistance.
High-strength cementitious toppings: 40-100 MPa overlays for heavy wear areas.
Iron aggregate toppings: Ultra-high abrasion resistance for extreme wear zones.

Specialized flooring applications

Electrostatic dissipative (ESD) floors: For electronics and sensitive manufacturing.
Food-grade floors: Hygienic, seamless, and thermal shock resistant for food processing.
Anti-slip finishes: Textured surfaces for wet or oily areas.

Machine Foundations & Equipment Supports

Heavy machinery imposes dynamic loads that can cause settlement, vibration, and structural fatigue. We design and install robust foundations and repair distressed supports.

New machine foundations

Design and construction of massive and precision machine foundations.
Vibration analysis and isolation systems.
Baseplates, soleplates, and embedded items with precision setting.

Foundation repair and strengthening

Grouting under machinery: Epoxy or cementitious grout injection to restore contact and leveling.
Cracked foundation repair: Structural epoxy injection and reinforcement.
Strengthening for increased loads: Section enlargement, steel jacketing, or CFRP wrapping.
Underpinning: For settled foundations.

Vibration and dynamic assessment

Vibration monitoring and analysis.
Dynamic load testing of foundations.
Design of vibration isolation solutions.

Concrete Repair & Protection

Industrial concrete structures are exposed to aggressive agents that cause deterioration. We restore integrity and protect against future attack.

Structural concrete repair

Spalling repair: Removal of deteriorated concrete, rebar treatment, and rebuilding with high-strength repair mortars.
Crack injection: Epoxy for structural cracks; polyurethane for water leaks.
Pit and sump lining: Chemical-resistant coatings and linings for collection pits.

Protective coatings for concrete

Epoxy coatings: For chemical containment areas and secondary containment.
Polyurea linings: Rapid-curing, flexible protection for tanks and pits.
Anti-carbonation coatings: For outdoor structures exposed to atmospheric CO2.
Oil-resistant sealers: To prevent oil penetration into concrete floors.

Industrial Coating & Lining

Steel structures, tanks, and process equipment require robust protection against corrosion and chemical attack. We apply high-performance systems to extend asset life.

Structural steel coating

Zinc-rich primers: Sacrificial protection for carbon steel.
Epoxy intermediate coats: High-build barrier protection.
Polyurethane and polysiloxane topcoats: UV stability and color retention.
High-temperature coatings: For equipment operating up to 600°C.

Tank and vessel linings

Novolac epoxy linings: For aggressive chemical storage.
Glass flake reinforced linings: Enhanced chemical and abrasion resistance.
Rubber linings: For abrasion and corrosion protection in slurry service.
FDA-compliant linings: For food and pharmaceutical applications.

Secondary containment linings

Liquid-applied and reinforced linings for bund areas.
Chemical-resistant membranes for spill containment.

Passive Fire Protection

Industrial facilities contain significant fire loads. Passive fire protection insulates structural steel and equipment, providing critical time for emergency response and preventing catastrophic collapse.

Structural steel protection

Intumescent coatings: Thin-film systems for exposed steel in process areas.
Cementitious fireproofing: Spray-applied, economical protection for structural members.

Equipment and vessel protection

Fireproofing for vessel skirts, pipe supports, and equipment legs.
Jet fire-resistant systems for high-risk areas.

Cable tray and raceway protection

Fire-resistant wraps and coatings for critical electrical circuits.
Firestop systems for cable tray penetrations.

Cathodic Protection

Buried pipes, tank bottoms, and steel foundations in industrial plants are vulnerable to soil-side corrosion. We design and install CP systems to stop corrosion completely.

Impressed current CP

MMO titanium anodes for tank bottoms and buried piping.
Transformer/rectifier units with remote monitoring.
Ideal for large facilities with extensive underground assets.

Galvanic CP

Zinc or magnesium anodes for localized protection.
No external power required – simple and low-maintenance.

Soil Injection & Foundation Stabilization

Settling foundations of industrial buildings, equipment, and storage tanks can lead to misalignment, stress, and operational problems. We stabilize soils and lift settled structures.

Grouting techniques

Compaction grouting: Low-mobility grout to densify loose soils and lift structures.
Chemical grouting: Permeation grouting to strengthen and waterproof soils.
Resin injection: Expanding polyurethane resins to fill voids and lift settled slabs.

Applications

Tank bottom stabilization.
Machine foundation lifting.
Building column underpinning.
Slab jacking for settled floors.

Structural Evaluation & Non-Destructive Testing

Before designing repairs or upgrades, we thoroughly assess the condition of industrial structures using advanced NDT methods.

Concrete evaluation

Rebound hammer for strength estimation.
Ultrasonic pulse velocity (UPV) for internal quality.
Cover meter for reinforcement location.
Half-cell potential for corrosion activity.
Chloride and carbonation testing.

Steel evaluation

Ultrasonic thickness measurement.
Magnetic particle inspection (MPI) for surface cracks.
Dye penetrant testing.

Foundation evaluation

Settlement monitoring.
Vibration testing.
Load testing.

MEP & Civil Works

As part of industrial renovation and expansion projects, we provide integrated mechanical, electrical, and civil services.

Civil works: Excavation, backfill, and concrete works for new installations.
Mechanical: Pipe supports, equipment setting, and minor fabrication.
Electrical: Power and lighting for new equipment areas.
Plumbing and drainage: Process drains and industrial wastewater systems.

Standards & Compliance

We adhere to the strict standards governing industrial facilities in Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Building Code (SBC).
Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu standards.
MODON standards for industrial cities.
ACI (American Concrete Institute) repair and strengthening codes.
NACE/AMPP standards for coatings and cathodic protection.
NFPA fire protection standards.
ISO 12944 for protective coatings.
ASTM testing standards.

Typical Industrial Assets We Serve

Cement and concrete plants.
Steel mills and metal fabrication facilities.
Petrochemical and chemical processing plants.
Fertilizer production facilities.
Food and beverage processing plants.
Pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities.
Automotive assembly plants.
Warehouses and distribution centers (heavy-duty).
Paper and pulp mills.
Plastics and rubber manufacturing.
Glass and ceramics production.
Industrial wastewater treatment plants.

Why Industrial Operators Choose Arabian Company

Minimal production downtime: We work around your schedule – planned shutdowns, weekends, and night shifts.
Rapid response: Emergency repairs for unplanned failures.
Engineered solutions: Every intervention is designed by qualified engineers familiar with industrial loads and processes.
Durability focus: We specify materials and systems proven to withstand industrial environments.
Safety culture: Rigorous adherence to plant safety protocols and permit-to-work systems.
Turnkey capability: From assessment through design, execution, and quality verification.
Long-term partnership: Ongoing monitoring and maintenance programs to prevent future issues.

Case Study Highlight: Industrial Flooring – Cement Plant, Eastern Province

Client: Major cement manufacturer
Scope: Replacement of deteriorated floors in clinker grinding area, subject to extreme abrasion and impact.
Challenge: Production could not stop for more than 72 hours continuous.
Solution: Iron aggregate heavy-duty topping installed in sections during scheduled maintenance windows. High-early-strength concrete allowed return to service within 48 hours.
Outcome: New floors achieved 5x the abrasion resistance of original. Now standard specification for all plant wear areas.

Case Study Highlight: Machine Foundation Repair – Steel Rolling Mill, Jubail

Client: Steel producer
Scope: Severe cracking in foundation of heavy rolling mill under dynamic loads.
Challenge: Progressive cracking threatened alignment and production quality; complete replacement would require 6-month shutdown.
Solution: Structural epoxy injection of cracks; external post-tensioning of foundation to resist tensile stresses; vibration monitoring post-repair.
Outcome: Cracking arrested, alignment restored. Foundation returned to service within 3 weeks. Ongoing monitoring confirms stability.

Case Study Highlight: Tank Foundation Stabilization – Chemical Plant, Yanbu

Client: Chemical manufacturer
Scope: Differential settlement of large storage tank causing shell distortion.
Challenge: Tank contained product; emptying not possible for several months. Settlement progressing.
Solution: Resin injection beneath tank ringwall through small-diameter ports while tank remained in service. Controlled lifting of settled areas.
Outcome: Settlement corrected, tank releveled, shell distortion eliminated. No production interruption.

Contact Our Industrial & Manufacturing Team

To discuss how Arabian Company can support the integrity and reliability of your industrial facility, please contact our dedicated Industrial sector team.

Arabian Company for Protection and Strengthening
Email: industrial@arabiancompany.sa
Phone: +966 13 800 6644
24/7 Emergency Response for Industrial Facilities: +966 50 222 3344

Offices in Jubail, Yanbu, Dammam, Riyadh, and Jeddah – positioned to serve the Kingdom's industrial cities.

— Keeping Saudi industry operating at full capacity —