Frequently Asked Questions & Engineering Guidance

FANEX Contracting & Supplies is a specialized Saudi corporate entity providing integrated electromechanical and industrial infrastructure across three core engineering divisions:

• Central HVAC & Ventilation Solutions: engineered procurement and installation of Rooftop Package Units, Chillers, VRF systems, and automated SMACNA duct fabrication.
• Cold Storage & Industrial Freezers: Engineering of temperature-controlled logistics rooms, blast freezers, and SFDA-compliant insulated PIR enclosures.
• Industrial Warehouse Racking Systems: Heavy-duty pallet racking, Drive-In systems, and Civil Defense approved structural mezzanine platforms.

Yes, 100%. FANEX strictly complies with all relevant Saudi Building Code regulations:

• Saudi Mechanical Code (SBC 501) for mechanical ventilation, duct distribution, and cooling equipment design.
• Energy Conservation Codes (SBC 601 & SBC 602) ensuring mandatory seasonal energy efficiency metrics.
• Official SASO certification labels and verified manufacturer certificates of origin.
• Civil Defense life safety, egress, and fire sprinkler compliance for all warehouse structures.

Our engineering procurement cycle is streamlined for rapid contractor response:

• Document Submission: Send architectural/MEP drawings and BOQ schedules in PDF or CAD format via WhatsApp (+966502403080) or email (sales@fanex.sa).
• Engineering Audit: Our estimation engineers verify cooling load sizing and takeoffs to prevent over-design or specification discrepancies.
• Commercial & Technical Proposal: We deliver an itemized quotation outlining unit models, origins, lead times, warranties, and engineered logistics within 24-48 business hours.

FANEX operates an active kingdom-wide logistics and installation network covering Riyadh, the Western Province (Jeddah, Makkah, Madinah), the Eastern Province (Dammam, Khobar, Jubail), Southern and Northern regions, as well as Vision 2030 giga-projects (NEOM, Red Sea, and Qiddiya).

FANEX provides authorized distributor warranties up to 5 years on commercial compressors, plus a comprehensive 1-year guarantee on mechanical installation workmanship. We also provide preventative maintenance service agreements (SLAs) with 24/7 rapid response for critical industrial operations.

We supply certified equipment at wholesale project pricing from top market leaders: York, Carrier, Trane, Daikin, Midea, SKM, and LG, covering capacities from 5 tons up to 30+ tons for packaged units, and several hundred tons for chilled water plants.

Ductwork is fabricated in FANEX's automated duct fabrication plant using CNC automatic duct lines adhering strictly to the standards of the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA). We use certified high-grade galvanized steel sheets (G90 coating) with TDF/TDC flange joints and fire-rated thermal/acoustic acoustic lining.

System selection is governed by building layout, operational hours, and capital/energy targets:

• Rooftop Package Units: Best for open-plan commercial spaces like factories, logistics sheds, retail showrooms, and restaurants with high ceilings.
• VRF Inverter Systems: Ideal for office buildings, hotels, and clinics needing individualized room temperature control with superior part-load efficiency.
• Chilled Water Systems: The standard high-efficiency choice for high-rise towers, multi-story malls, and mega-complexes.

Yes. Our in-house engineering department performs computerized cooling load calculations using industry-standard software (Carrier HAP) and delivers complete coordinated MEP shop drawings to eliminate spatial clashes on site.

All supplied equipment utilizes zero-ozone-depleting, eco-compliant refrigerants (primarily R-410A and advanced R-32) conforming to Saudi environmental regulations and the Montreal Protocol.

Yes. Every cold room and cold-chain warehouse built by FANEX is engineered to pass Saudi Food & Drug Authority (SFDA) and Good Distribution Practice (GDP) audits. Features include anti-bacterial food-grade internal metal facings, coving floor corners, and 24/7 digital temperature logging and alerting systems.

We exclusively utilize high-density (40-42 kg/m³) Polyisocyanurate (PIR) fire-retardant B2 panels. Thicknesses range from 100 mm for positive chiller rooms (+4°C to +8°C), up to 150 mm and 200 mm for negative freezer rooms (-18°C to -25°C) and blast freezers (-40°C).

FANEX integrates premium European condensing units from Bitzer (Germany), Copeland (USA), and Frascold (Italy), matched with high-efficiency evaporators featuring automatic electric defrost and voltage-protection safeties.

Our panels feature precision tongue-and-groove joints with heavy-duty mechanical Cam-Locks and specialized cold-room silicone seals. Heavy-duty sliding and hinged insulated doors are fitted with perimeter frame heaters to stop condensation and ice formation.

We engineer comprehensive storage systems designed to maximize warehouse volumetric capacity by up to 80%:

• Selective Pallet Racking: The most versatile solution offering 100% direct access to every pallet position.
• Drive-In / Drive-Through Systems: High-density storage optimized for cold rooms and bulk homogeneous inventory.
• Structural Mezzanine Floors: Heavy-duty platforms that multiply clear ceiling height into multi-tier production or pick modules.
• Cantilever Racking: Heavy continuous arms for pipes, structural profiles, and lumber without front upright barriers.

Yes. All structural calculations comply with Saudi seismic and building structural codes. Designs incorporate emergency escape stairways, safety handrails, non-slip grating, and clear clearance corridors for in-rack fire sprinkler piping to facilitate prompt Civil Defense permit approvals.

FANEX heavy pallet rack beam levels support from 1,000 kg up to 4,000 kg per level, with vertical upright frame capacities exceeding 20+ tons for high-bay installations, protected by heavy steel column crash guards.

Yes, we provide complimentary complete engineering layouts for contracted projects. Our engineers model forklift turning radiuses, building column locations, and fire exit paths in CAD and 3D to verify total pallet capacity prior to fabrication.