Quoting a cold storage project accurately is critical — underquote and you lose money; overquote and you lose the client. Here's a transparent breakdown based on real Pakistan market rates.
1. Panel Cost (40-50% of total)
PUF/PIR sandwich panels range from PKR 550-950 per sq ft depending on thickness (50mm to 150mm). For a typical 1,000 sq ft cold room, expect PKR 550,000-950,000.
2. Refrigeration Unit (25-35%)
A properly sized condensing unit and evaporator for a standard cold room costs PKR 400,000-1,200,000 depending on capacity (3 HP to 15 HP).
3. Doors & Accessories (5-10%)
Cold room doors, pressure relief valves, lighting, and shelving: PKR 150,000-350,000.
4. Installation & Labor (10-15%)
Skilled installation team for 1-2 weeks: PKR 100,000-250,000.
5. Transportation (3-5%)
PKR 30,000-75,000 depending on distance.
6. Profit Margin (15-25%)
A healthy margin ensures you can provide warranty support and after-sales service.
Sample Quote — 1,000 sq ft Cold Room at -18°C
- Panels (120mm): PKR 850,000
- Refrigeration (8 HP): PKR 800,000
- Door & Accessories: PKR 250,000
- Installation: PKR 200,000
- Transport: PKR 50,000
- Total Cost: PKR 2,150,000
- With 20% Margin: PKR 2,580,000
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