Cold Storage Sandwich Panel Price per m2: Complete 2026 Guide

Determining the cold storage sandwich panel price per m2 is the essential first step before building or renovating a cold storage facility. Accurate pricing helps you prepare a realistic project budget and avoid funding shortfalls during construction. Many business owners are surprised by additional costs that arise from not calculating all components thoroughly from the beginning.

In the Indonesian market for 2026, sandwich panel prices for cold storage vary based on core material type, thickness, and additional technical specifications. Changes in global steel prices and fluctuations in the rupiah exchange rate also significantly affect final pricing. This article presents current price lists along with factors that influence your cold storage project's total cost.

1. Sandwich Panel Products for Cold Storage That We Offer

PT. Ruida Grup Indonesia provides various types of sandwich panels specifically designed for cold storage applications with optimal thermal insulation performance. Here are the main product options available in the domestic market:

• PIR Panels (Polyisocyanurate): Core material with high R-value and best fire resistance. Ideal for cold storage requiring extra fire protection and meeting building insurance requirements. These panels can withstand extreme temperatures down to -40°C without losing insulation performance.
• PUR Panels (Polyurethane): The most popular choice among contractors with optimal price-performance balance. Available in various thicknesses for chiller and freezer needs. This material offers consistent density and good long-term structural durability.
• EPS Panels (Expanded Polystyrene): Economical option for cold rooms with moderate temperatures. Suitable for chiller applications and light cooling rooms such as vegetable and fruit storage. Although more affordable, EPS panels still meet insulation standards for temperatures above zero degrees.

Each panel type comes with camlock or overlapping joint systems that ensure minimal air leakage and maximum energy efficiency. These connection systems allow quick and neat installation without requiring complicated special tools.

2. Key Specifications to Consider

Before ordering sandwich panels, make sure you understand the following technical specifications to avoid choosing products that don't match your needs:

• Panel thickness: 50mm for chillers (0°C to +10°C), 75mm for light freezers (-10°C to -18°C), 100mm for standard freezers (-18°C to -25°C), and 150mm for deep freezers (-25°C to -40°C). Choosing insufficient thickness will result in inflated electricity consumption.
• Steel plate thickness: 0.4mm to 0.6mm for walls, 0.5mm to 0.8mm for roofs requiring additional load. Plates that are too thin are prone to denting and reduce the structure's service life.
• Coating types: Standard pre-painted galvanized steel (PPGI) for general applications, stainless steel 304 for food grade and pharmaceutical applications requiring high hygiene, or PVC coating for corrosive environments such as salt or chemical factories.
• Fire rating: PIR panels have FM Approved certification for additional safety, often a requirement in modern industrial zones and multi-story buildings.

3. Factors Affecting Price per m2

Cold storage sandwich panel price per m2 is influenced by several important variables that need to be understood so you can compare offers from various suppliers on an apple-to-apple basis:

• Core material type: PIR panels are generally 15-25% more expensive than PUR with the same thickness due to superior fire performance and higher R-value. For projects with limited budgets, PUR is often the rational choice.
• Panel thickness: Every 25mm increase in thickness raises the price by about 10-15%. However, investment in proper thickness will pay off with operational electricity savings.
• Order volume: Large quantity orders (above 500 m2) usually get 5-10% discounts due to production efficiency. Small projects under 100 m2 may be charged slightly higher per unit prices.
• Delivery location: Logistics costs to outside Java or remote areas add to total costs. For projects in Sumatra, Kalimantan, or Sulawesi, consider ordering together with other projects for shipping efficiency.
• Additional accessories: Cold storage doors, sealant, flashing, and other supporting components can add 20-30% to panel costs. Don't forget these items in your budget calculations.

For accurate estimates according to your project needs, consult the specifications with our experienced technical team that has handled hundreds of cold storage projects throughout Indonesia.

4. Thickness Options and Cold Storage Applications

Panel thickness selection must be adjusted to target temperature and specific applications. Choosing too thick wastes budget, while too thin sacrifices energy efficiency:

Thickness	Target Temperature	Application	Panel Type
50mm	0°C to +10°C	Chiller, vegetables, fruits	PUR, EPS
75mm	-10°C to -18°C	Light freezer, meat	PUR
100mm	-18°C to -25°C	Standard freezer, seafood	PUR, PIR
150mm	-25°C to -40°C	Deep freezer, ice cream	PIR

Proper thickness selection not only affects initial price but also long-term operational electricity costs. Panels that are too thin will force cooling machines to work harder and consume more energy. Conversely, panels that are too thick for moderate temperature needs are an unnecessary investment waste.

5. Checklist Before Placing an Order

Make sure you have prepared the following information before contacting suppliers to speed up the quotation process and avoid repeated revisions:

• Cold storage room dimensions (length x width x height) in meters. Calculate considering space for cooling machines and air circulation.
• Target operating temperature and types of products to be stored. Different products require different temperatures and humidity levels.
• Door traffic volume (opening frequency) to determine appropriate door specifications. Doors that are opened frequently require additional strip curtains or air curtains.
• Certification needs (BPOM for food, CPOB for pharmaceuticals, FM Approved for insurance). Each industry has different regulatory requirements.
• Project location for shipping and installation cost calculations. Road access information and site conditions are also important for logistics planning.

With complete data, our team can provide accurate price offers without hidden costs that often appear later.