PEB Cost Optimization
What drives PEB cost
We do not publish price-per-square-metre figures: they are misleading without a design. These are the factors that move the cost.
| Factor | Effect | How to optimise |
|---|---|---|
| Building dimensions | Span and height drive frame weight | Use the smallest span and height the operation genuinely needs |
| Bay spacing | Affects frame count and purlin size | Optimise bay spacing against purlin and frame weight |
| Roof slope | Affects frame forces and drainage | Choose a slope that balances structure and drainage |
| Structural optimization | Tapered frames and member sizing | Engineer each frame, not a catalogue section |
| Loads | Wind, cranes, collateral loads | Define loads accurately; avoid unnecessary margins |
| Material efficiency | Standard plate and coil sizes | Rationalise sections for procurement |
| Shipping optimization | Container count and handling | Design member lengths for containers |
| Erection considerations | Crane hire and labour time | Bolted, repetitive connections |
| Lifecycle costs | Coating, cladding and maintenance | Spend on durability where exposure demands it |