Engineered Solutions for Building Protection

Advanced Materials. Engineered for the Next Generation of Construction.

Engineering expertise in materials and systems — from requirements study to execution and verification. We start from the problem, not the product.

Areas of Work

Engineering & Systems

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Engineered to standards, not assumptions

We start by understanding the project's requirements and diagnosing its challenges, then define the system, materials and method of execution. Solutions are engineered to project requirements, the Saudi Building Code and the relevant reference specifications and standards, according to the scope of application.

Diagnose first. Select the right system. Then execute.

No system or material is specified before the substrate, exposure conditions and performance requirements are understood.

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SAR 100M+

Cumulative value of works

Across executed works and projects

1,000+ units

Residential units

Across 10 projects

500,000+ m²

Scope of executed works

Across selected projects

Material systems applied

Within the documented delivery record

Documented delivery record.

We Engineer the Solution Before We Execute It

At EMAAR-AM, solutions begin with understanding the problem and the project's requirements, then engineering the system and selecting its materials, before moving to supply, execution and inspection. We bring together engineering expertise, advanced materials and execution discipline to deliver insulation and protection solutions designed for performance today and ready to evolve for the future.

Understanding the problem

We start with diagnosis, not the product

We assess the substrate, exposure conditions, the interfaces between systems and performance requirements before defining the solution, because the right system starts with understanding the problem it is designed to solve.

Engineering the solution

We engineer the system to the project's requirements

We define the system's configuration, its protective layers, their materials and method of application to suit the nature of the project, its service conditions and performance requirements.

Material selection

A material is part of a system, not a standalone product

We select materials and build-ups for compatibility with the substrate and adjoining materials, durability, ease of application, exposure conditions and performance requirements.

Standards & compliance

We execute to specifications, codes and standards

We link system design and execution methodology to project requirements, the Saudi Building Code and the relevant reference specifications and standards, according to the scope of application.

Execution & verification

Precise engineering. Disciplined execution. Documented verification.

We turn the engineered solution into practical application by supervising critical stages, controlling execution, carrying out the required inspections and tests, and documenting the results before handover.

Continuous development

Developing today's solutions for tomorrow's needs

We review current solutions, research new materials and technologies, and work to improve systems and develop more efficient, more reliable solutions in response to changing construction challenges.

Responsible Practice

Durable work begins with the right system, the right preparation and the right sequence. We work to reduce avoidable rework, protect adjacent areas during application and consider thermal performance wherever insulation applies.

What We Offer

We develop, supply and execute specialist systems for waterproofing and thermal insulation, passive fire protection, concrete repair, and the protection of surfaces and structures — to project requirements, site conditions and the relevant specifications and standards.

From diagnosing requirements and engineering the solution to material selection, supply, execution and performance verification.

Engineered Solutions for Insulation, Protection and Surface Treatment

We engineer the solution, select the system and materials, then supply and execute to project requirements and the relevant specifications and standards.

Waterproofing Systems

Complete protection against water and moisture

Integrated waterproofing solutions for roofs and podiums, wet areas, foundations, water tanks and swimming pools.

Roofs & Podiums
Wet Areas
Foundation Waterproofing
Water Tanks
Swimming Pools

Thermal Insulation Systems

Thermal solutions designed for building performance

Thermal insulation systems selected according to the building's requirements, the substrate and the surrounding details, to improve thermal performance, protect the envelope and reduce heat transfer.

XPS / EPS
Spray Foam
Roofs, Walls & Slabs

Passive Fire Protection

Engineering, coordination and execution of passive fire protection solutions, according to project scope

We provide passive fire protection solutions to limit the spread of fire and smoke, and to protect elements, penetrations and joints in line with project requirements and the project's fire protection strategy.

Firestopping
Penetration & Joint Protection
Fire Compartmentation

Protective Coatings & Flooring

Protecting surfaces and extending their service life

Protective coating and flooring systems for concrete, surfaces and structures, selected according to use, exposure and performance requirements.

Epoxy
Polyurethane
Protective Coatings
Flooring Systems

Concrete Repair & Injection

We assess the condition before defining the treatment

Concrete repair and treatment solutions that begin by assessing the substrate and identifying the nature of the damage, then selecting the appropriate repair or injection approach to restore performance and prepare the surface for subsequent protection systems.

Crack Treatment
Injection Systems
Joint Repair
Concrete Rehabilitation

Industrial Lining & Protection Systems

Protecting structures in high-exposure environments

Specialist lining and coating systems for structures exposed to moisture, chemicals or corrosion, according to the nature of the medium and the protection requirements.

GRP Lining
Polyurea
Chemical-Resistant Protection
Corrosion Protection

Additional Specialist Applications

Decorative & Stamped Concrete

Concrete with functional and aesthetic finishes

Stamped concrete and surface-finish solutions for external areas and selected applications, according to design requirements, use and site conditions.

Stamped Concrete
Surface Finishes
Protective Sealers

An engineering capability that supports every system

Engineering & Solutions Support

From understanding the problem to defining the right system

We help assess project conditions, define system requirements, select the right materials, and review the application sequence and critical details, with inspection and verification support before handover.

Site Assessment
Requirements Diagnosis
System & Material Selection
Execution Method Review
Inspection & Verification

Sectors We Serve

Systems configured around sector conditions, performance requirements and the service environment they are designed to face.

Al-Jouan Villas — testing: flood testing and inspection of the completed waterproofing

Residential

Roof, wet-area and podium protection where long-term performance directly affects daily use.

Waterproofing
Thermal Insulation
Passive Fire Protection

Pictured: Al-Jouan Villas

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KAFD Tower Terrace Works — preparation: site and deck preparation before the build-up is laid

Commercial

Terraces, podiums and roofs designed to perform without disrupting day-to-day operations.

Waterproofing
Thermal Envelope
Protective Coatings

Pictured: KAFD Tower Terrace Works

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Industrial

Protective systems selected for exposure, traffic and demanding service conditions, including chemical and moisture aggression.

GRP Lining
Polyurea
Corrosion Protection

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Government & Institutional

Long-service building environments where durability and documentation matter as much as delivery.

Waterproofing
Thermal Insulation
Passive Fire Protection

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Projects Coming Soon

Healthcare

Critical environments where reliability, hygiene and controlled maintenance windows are essential.

Waterproofing
Thermal Insulation
Protective Coatings

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Projects Coming Soon

From Scope to Signed-Off Delivery

A disciplined route from early review to controlled, documented completion.

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STAGE 01
Project Study
Drawings, specification, substrate and exposure are reviewed before anything is proposed.
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STAGE 02
Challenge Analysis
Interfaces, access, sequence and climate risks are identified early.
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STAGE 03
System Selection
A build-up is matched to the substrate, exposure and intended service conditions.
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STAGE 04
Supervised Execution
Application proceeds under specialist site supervision, stage by stage.
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STAGE 05
Quality Monitoring
Each critical stage is inspected and recorded before the next covers it.
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STAGE 06
Tested Handover
Work is inspected and, wherever the system calls for it, tested before handover.
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Delivery experience across residential, commercial, industrial and institutional projects in Saudi Arabia.

Venan

Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Project Value: SAR 10M
Scope of Work: Waterproofing and thermal insulation
System Description: 4 cm XPS + 2 × 4 mm bitumen membrane + geotextile

Via Riyadh

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Executed Area (m²): 40,000
Scope of Work: Technical insulation
System Description: Cementitious-polymer system

KAFD Tower Terrace Works

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Project Value: SAR 1.3M
Scope of Work: Waterproofing, XPS, root-resistant membrane and epoxy
System Description: Bitumen works: Two layers of bitumen membrane, 4 mm each