WORLD CLASS TRANSIT MEETS- WORLD CLASS ARCHITUCTURAL SOLUTIONS

The Riyadh Metro stands as a monumental achievement in modern urban planning, designed to transform Riyadh into a global hub of connectivity, efficiency, and sustainability. With six lines spanning over 176 kilometers, this mega-project represents the future of urban transit and includes some of the most advanced safety systems in the world.

Kent Smoke & Fire Curtains is proud to have contributed to this transformative endeavor by supplying cutting-edge fire and smoke curtains for Lines 3 (Orange Line), 5 (Green Line), and 6 (Purple Line). Our solutions play an essential role in ensuring fire compartmentation, guiding safe evacuation, and preserving the architectural integrity of the metro’s design.

Importance of Smoke and Fire Curtains in Modern Infrastructure

Smoke and fire curtains are crucial in ensuring the safety of passengers and protecting infrastructure in complex environments like metro systems. They provide:

1. Fire Compartmentation : Containing and isolating fire, preventing its spread to adjacent zones.

2. Safe Evacuation : Guiding passengers towards designated escape routes while minimizing smoke inhalation risks.

3. Design Versatility : Seamlessly integrating into modern architecture, balancing aesthetics with safety.

Technological Excellence in Fire and Smoke Control

 At Kent, our products undergo rigorous testing to meet UL and BS EN standards, which assures architects, contractors, and building owners that our solutions provide the highest level of protection. Kent is a UL Listed Manufacturer, and all our products are tested to comply with international  safety and performance certifications

• Kent Automatic Fire Curtain : This curtain provides up to 3 hours of fire resistance. It is designed with high-performance fiberglass fabric and operates through a gravity fail-safe mechanism, activating immediately upon the detection of fire, even without electrical power. The curtain has been rigorously tested according to BS EN 1634-1 and UL 10D, providing effective fire separation

• Kent Automatic Smoke Curtain : Complementing SHEVS (Smoke and Heat Exhaust Ventilation Systems), this curtain enhances smoke extraction efficiency by guiding smoke towards designated extraction points. The curtain is also equipped with a gravity fail-safe system for rapid deployment and operates on a UL 1784 tested glass fiber fabric, ensuring compliance with the highest smoke control standards.

Both curtains have earned third-party accreditation from Certifier, ensuring that they are not only effective but also meet stringent quality requirements for safety, durability, and performance.

Collaboration with Experts

The execution of this world-class metro system was supported by leading design consultants, including Dar Al-Handasah (Shair & Partners) and Egis Middle East, who ensured a seamless blend of safety, functionality, and aesthetics. Kent’s installation partner in Riyadh, Technoshade, expertly managed the project’s execution and commissioning, delivering solutions that meet the highest global standards.

Why Choose Kent?

With over 2000 projects across 34+ countries, Kent has a proven track record of providing advanced, globally certified safety solutions for architectural masterpieces. Our fire and smoke curtains adhere to stringent BS EN, UL, and Certifire standards, ensuring unmatched reliability in critical applications.

The Riyadh Metro is a testament to the power of collaboration, innovation, and safety in modern infrastructure. As cities continue to grow, safety systems like ours will remain vital in creating secure and sustainable urban spaces.

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