IGTC-Chubb Fire Qatar fireproofs Al Mirqab Tower

Dec. 23, 2008
Chubb Fire sets up addressable systems to safeguard high-profile address

International Gulf Trading Company (IGTC)-Chubb Fire Qatar, the world's principal provider of cutting-edge technologies in fire protection, safety and security systems has installed the latest fire detection equipment in the prestigious Al Mirqab Tower on Doha Corniche.

Twelve safety experts set up addressable fire alarm systems, some 600 Ziton devices including heat and smoke detectors, sounders, break glasses and repeaters within a week to safeguard one of Doha's most well-known addresses. The contract was awarded by SNC-Lavalin ProFac Gulf Management, a Canadian contracting and facility management company based in Doha. Aside from the regular installation, IGTC-Chubb Fire Qatar also conducted thorough checks and maintained existing fire safety infrastructure from sprinklers to hose reels in the building.

Mr. Rami Al-Batrawi, General Manager of IGTC-Chubb Fire Qatar, says: 'It is because of our long years of expertise and our reputation in the market that SNC-Lavalin contacted us for this job. As we are committed to using specialists in the installation and supervision of such projects, our commitment to excellence is well known and hence, our customers rest assured that we provide only the best and most trusted safety solutions in Qatar.'

'We have been called on by some of the leading addresses in Doha from the W Doha Hotel & Residences of the Starwood Group to The Pearl Qatar development, to the new Airport facility to provide comprehensive and quick-response solutions for fire safety,' said Mr. Al-Batrawi.

'As such, it is a huge compliment to us that the leading multinationals at Al Mirqab Tower entrust us with the safety of their personnel and management, as well as their real estate. It makes us confident to look forward to protecting and safeguarding future developments of any scale or size,' he added.

About Chubb Fire Qatar:

Chubb Fire Qatar designs, installs, maintains and supports equipment and systems utilizing the latest technologies with a specialised and professional team of surveyors and engineers that offer the best services, boosting Chubb's mission of providing: Protection, Safety and Security.

Two centuries of history and innovation have made Chubb Fire the global leader in fire protection, safety and security solutions, and it constantly develops hi-tech systems to stay at the forefront of the industry.