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Insulated Sandwich-Panel Construction

PUF Panel Cabins in India

The Insulation That Makes a Cabin Livable in India

Two cabins can look identical from the road — and be 10 degrees apart inside at 3 PM in May. The difference is the panel. Porta Cabin Systems builds PUF panel cabins around rigid polyurethane foam sandwich panels: the highest-performing insulation commonly used in India, the same material trusted for cold storage. The result is a cabin that stays markedly cooler in summer, warmer on winter nights, quieter always — and costs a fraction to air-condition.

Every product we make — site offices, security cabins, accommodation units, farmhouses, even cold rooms — can be built on PUF panels in 50 to 100 mm thicknesses, matched to your climate and use.

  • ~0.022 W/m·K insulation
  • 50–100 mm thicknesses
  • Cabins & panel supply · Pan-India
PUF panel cabin with tongue-and-groove joints by Porta Cabin Systems

The technology

What Is a PUF Panel?

A PUF (polyurethane foam) panel is a factory-made sandwich: two pre-painted galvanized steel (PPGI) sheets bonded to a core of rigid polyurethane foam injected under pressure, so the foam adheres to the steel as one structural unit. The foam's closed-cell structure traps gas in millions of micro-pockets, giving it a thermal conductivity around 0.022 W/m·K — among the lowest of any mainstream insulation, which is why a 50 mm PUF panel outperforms much thicker brick walls at keeping heat out.

Panels join with tongue-and-groove or cam-lock edges that seal the joint — no thermal gaps, no rattling, and a clean interior line without extra finishing.

Cross-section of a 50mm PUF sandwich panel with PPGI sheets

Numbers, not adjectives

PUF Panel Specifications

ParameterSpecification
CoreRigid polyurethane foam (PUF), density 40 ± 2 kg/m³, CFC-free
Thermal conductivity~0.022 W/m·K — roughly 30% better insulation than EPS at the same thickness
Facing sheets0.4 – 0.6 mm PPGI (pre-painted galvanized steel), both faces; SS/aluminium options for hygiene areas
Thickness options40 / 50 / 60 / 80 / 100 mm — 50 mm standard for cabins; 80 – 100 mm for cold rooms
JointsTongue-and-groove interlock; cam-lock joints for demountable and cold-room use
Fire optionsFire-retardant (FR) grade PUF and PIR panel upgrades for stricter fire requirements
Water behaviourClosed-cell foam absorbs negligible moisture — no sagging or rot in monsoon humidity
Panel weight~10 – 14 kg/m² at 50 mm — light enough for rooftop and knock-down installations

Honest comparisons

PUF vs. EPS vs. Rockwool — Choosing Your Panel

ParameterPUFEPS (Thermocol)Rockwool
Insulation (same thickness)Best (~0.022 W/m·K)Good (~0.035)Good (~0.040)
Strength & rigidityHigh — foam bonds to sheetModerateModerate
Moisture resistanceExcellent — closed cellGoodNeeds sealing
Fire performanceFR/PIR grades availableBasicBest — non-combustible
Sound insulationGoodFairExcellent
CostPremiumEconomyMid–premium

Our honest rule of thumb: PUF for thermal comfort and AC economy (most cabins), Rockwool where fire norms demand non-combustible cores (kitchens, some industrial sites), EPS where budget rules and duty is light. We build with all three — and will tell you plainly which your use-case needs.

Still comparing wall systems? Read our guide: MS cabin versus PUF-panel cabin.

Made for this climate

Why PUF Cabins Win in Indian Conditions

Cooler without trying

Interiors run several degrees cooler than sheet or EPS cabins at peak afternoon — often the difference between a usable and unusable site office in summer.

AC bills drop

Better insulation means smaller AC units running fewer hours — users routinely report electricity savings of 30% or more versus uninsulated cabins.

Structurally stronger

The steel-foam-steel sandwich is stiff and strong, resisting dents and flexing that plague single-sheet construction.

Monsoon-proof core

Closed-cell foam shrugs off monsoon humidity — no soggy insulation, no rot, no smell.

Light on its feet

Light panels enable rooftop cabins, knock-down kits, and cheaper transport.

One panel, every use

The same panel system scales from a guard cabin to a cold room — one technology, every product.

PUF panel office cabin interior staying cool without AC

One panel, every product

What We Build with PUF Panels

Most popular

Offices & site cabins

Site offices and engineer cabins that stay workable through summer — the most popular PUF application.

Sleeping comfort

Accommodation units

Bunk houses and staff quarters where sleeping comfort decides retention.

Whole range

All standard products

Security cabins, toilets, pantries, and shops — every unit in our range, PUF-built on request.

80–100 mm

Cold rooms & agri storage

Cold rooms and processing spaces on 80–100 mm panels with cam-lock joints and door systems.

Live-in comfort

Homes & hospitality

Farmhouses and resort cabins where insulation is the difference between a shed and a home.

Premium that pays back

PUF Panel Cabin Price in India

PUF construction carries a premium over EPS that typically pays back within a couple of summers through AC savings. Indicative pricing:

ItemBasisIndicative Price*
50 mm PUF wall panel (supply)Per sq ft of panel₹ 150 – 250
80 – 100 mm PUF panel (cold-room grade)Per sq ft of panel₹ 250 – 400
PUF panel cabin, standard finishPer sq ft built-up₹ 950 – 1,500
10ft x 10ft PUF office cabinPer unit₹ 1.1 – 1.9 Lakh
20ft x 10ft PUF site officePer unit₹ 2.0 – 3.5 Lakh
PUF cold room (basic)Per unit₹ 2.5 – 6 Lakh+

*Indicative ex-works sample prices excluding GST and transport; final cost depends on panel thickness, facings, doors/windows, and interiors. Panel-only supply available for builders and fabricators. Contact us for an exact quote.

Simple, transparent process

From Panel to Cabin — How We Build

  1. 1

    Panel selection

    Pick thickness and facings for your climate and use — we advise from application data, not price lists.

  2. 2

    Precision cutting

    Panels are cut to layout, with openings pre-planned so joints stay sealed around doors and windows.

  3. 3

    Frame & fit

    Panels lock onto the welded steel frame with sealed tongue-and-groove joints.

  4. 4

    Services integration

    Electricals run in concealed conduits planned before paneling — no post-hoc chasing that breaks the seal.

  5. 5

    Delivery your way

    Delivered monoblock or as a knock-down kit for rooftop and remote assembly.

PUF panels being fitted to a steel cabin frame at the factory

Good to know

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Answers to the questions we hear most often about PUF panel cabins.

Built-up PUF cabins run roughly ₹950 – 1,500 per sq ft: a 10x10 office around ₹1.1 – 1.9 lakh and a 20x10 site office ₹2 – 3.5 lakh. Panel-only supply runs ₹150 – 250 per sq ft for 50 mm. These figures are indicative sample ranges. Contact Porta Cabin Systems with your size for an exact quote.

Feel the Difference a Panel Makes

Tell us your cabin size and where it will stand — get a thickness recommendation and fixed quote within hours. PUF panel cabins and panel supply from Porta Cabin Systems, delivered across India.

In this range

Available models

Every model below is built to order. Sizes and layouts can be customised — final specifications are as per the approved quotation.

  • 20 ft PUF panel cabin — blue and white multi-compartment welfare and office unit by Porta Cabin Systems

    PUF Panel Cabins

    20 ft PUF Panel Cabin

    20 × 8 × 8.5 ft

    • Site office & welfare unit
    • Labour welfare cabin

    ₹3,12,700 grand total

    incl. GST

    Request a quotation through your cart. No online payment or stock reservation.

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