As preparations continue ahead of Intersec 2018, the 20th anniversary edition will be a notable milestone for a number of exhibitors that have grown with the exhibition since its inception in 1999.

For example, UAE-based Naffco offers another success story of its remarkable expansion over the last two decades, not only in the Middle East, but internationally. From a 12sqm stand 20 years ago, Naffco will occupy more space than any other exhibitor where it will showcase its vast range of UAE-made firefighting equipment, protection systems, trucks and vehicles.

In addition, earlier this year, tough new fire safety regulations came into force across the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in response to a series of spectacular blazes in high-rise towers in the Emirates over the past few years. The new code targets the exterior cladding that has been blamed for the spread of many fires and aims to reduce its flammability.

With the aim of reducing the occurrence of these flames to zero buildings, even old buildings will have to meet the new code when it is time for their maintenance. The amended UAE Fire Safety and Life Protection Code specifies procedures for the installation of cladding and contains detailed guidelines and responsibilities for consultants, contractors and manufacturers.

The increasing numbers in high rises come with a number of safety related challenges and can cause severe problems and create complexity in a fire fighting operation. After a successful second edition of the Safety Design in Buildings Pavilion, Intersec is proud will once again present the third edition of the Safety Design in Building Pavilion on the show’s 20th anniversary.

The pavilion is dedicated to the Building Materials industry. These would include all passive fire protection solutions, including Life Safety Design, Building Construction, Fire Protection, Fire Rated Building Materials, Fire Alarm and Smoke Ventilation Systems.