Pass­ive Fire Pro­tec­tion

Protection that works when it matters most

KAEFER South Africa delivers passive fire protection solutions that help contain fire, protect structures and support business continuity across demanding industrial environments.

Our teams support petrochemical, power generation, mining and other critical facilities with systems designed to meet applicable South African National Standards (SANS), client requirements and relevant international standards.

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Fire protection designed around your facility

Passive fire protection works continuously, without activation or human intervention. We combine technical expertise, careful preparation and disciplined application to provide systems suited to each facility, asset and risk.

Intumescent coating system

Specification, surface preparation
and application of coatings
for structural steel and other
approved substrates.

Fire stopping and penetration sealing

Fire-resistant sealing for pipes,
cables, electrical services and
ducts to help prevent fire and
smoke from spreading.

Fire barriers and enclosures

Engineered barriers, wall panels, shutters and enclosures designed to protect people, equipment and structures.

Compartmentation

Systems that help contain fire and smoke within defined areas, supporting safe evacuation and limiting damage.

PFP inspection and documentation

Inspection, reporting and documented handover to provide visibility of installation quality and compliance.

Fire protection consultancy

Technical evaluation and engineering guidance to support project, regulatory and client requirements.

Built around compliance and reliable execution

PFP performance depends on the complete system, from correct specification and substrate preparation to application, inspection and handover.

Our teams work with project engineers, contractors and clients to coordinate interfaces, maintain traceable documentation and deliver installations in line with applicable SANS requirements, international standards and project specifications.

Why clients count on KAEFER South Africa

We combine local industrial experience with access to KAEFER’s wider technical knowledge and proven fire protection solutions.

From new-build projects to maintenance and refurbishment, we focus on precise application, clear documentation and dependable delivery in environments where safety and continuity are critical.

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