Advanced Protection Against Radiant Heat and Extreme Environments

MTE Heat Shield Cladding Systems are engineered to protect both personnel and critical equipment from the effects of radiant heat, solar loading, and adverse environmental conditions—including offshore installations operating in extreme arctic climates.

In addition to high‑performance thermal protection, MTE’s heat shields support natural ventilation, helping prevent the build-up of toxic or explosive gases in confined areas. In egress zones such as stair towers and walkways, the shielding also provides enhanced visibility, delivering an important safety advantage during everyday operations and emergency situations.

Combatting Heat, Solar Radiation & Environmental Stress

In harsh offshore and industrial environments, thermal radiation can rapidly degrade electrical components, HVAC systems, insulation, and fuel lines—especially under long‑duration or high‑intensity exposure.

MTE’s heat shield systems mitigate these risks with proven, measurable performance, achieved through innovative panel design and carefully selected materials. By reducing incident heat flux by more than 90%, our cladding provides highly effective thermal shielding for both equipment and personnel areas, maintaining safety and reliability even in extreme temperatures, including arctic conditions.

Flexible Panel Configurations

To meet varied project and performance requirements, MTE panels are available in:

• Single-skin perforated designs with multiple pattern options
• Double-skin arrangements for enhanced thermal protection

Each panel’s corrugated geometry is precisely engineered to optimise spanning capacity without compromising thermal performance.

Heat Shield System Support & Engineering Services

MTE provides comprehensive support throughout the lifecycle of every heat shield cladding system, offering detailed design and engineering together with full manufacturing and delivery services. Our engineering team develops precise heat flux and temperature reduction calculations based on incident heat conditions and shield‑to‑object separation distances, ensuring optimal system performance for each application.

We also produce complete structural integrity calculations covering all relevant environmental loads, supported by thorough design documentation to meet all required regulatory and certification standards. This integrated approach ensures that every solution we deliver is technically robust, compliant, and tailored to the specific demands of each project.

Above: GDF Suez Cygnus Stairtower Heat Shields

Industry-Leading Technical Expertise

With more than five decades of engineering experience, MTE’s in‑house design consultancy applies advanced computer‑based modelling tools to solve complex thermal, mechanical, and structural challenges with accuracy and confidence. Our extensive industry knowledge is reinforced by practical, full‑scale testing programmes, including multiple jet fire trials and over one hundred complete fire and blast tests.

This unique combination of analytical expertise and real‑world testing ensures that every MTE heat shield system is proven, dependable, and certified for use in the world’s most demanding operational environments.

Certification & Assurance

All MTE heat shield systems are certified by Lloyd’s Register or DNV, ensuring full compliance with industry standards and giving clients confidence in system safety and performance. Early involvement of MTE’s Design Consultancy during concept development, FEED and detailed design enables optimised engineering outcomes, delivering meaningful weight and cost savings while ensuring every solution meets required regulatory, thermal and structural performance criteria.