Product Overview
SKD FRP Sandwich Panels with Honeycomb Core combine a weather-resistant FRP gelcoat outer skin, a honeycomb structural core, and an FRP inner skin — a structure engineered to prioritize strength-to-weight ratio and structural rigidity.
Unlike PU or XPS Core, which are optimized for thermal insulation, Honeycomb Core is engineered for applications where structural rigidity and weight efficiency matter more than R-value — making it well suited to modular building walls and equipment enclosures.
Structure
How the Structure Improves Panel Performance
Product Specifications
Specification | Value |
Overall Thickness | Custom, made to order |
Panel Width | Sized to standard container dimensions — panels exceeding container dimensions cannot be shipped |
Cell Size / Wall Thickness | To be confirmed |
Warranty | 10–15 years, consistent with FRP Gelcoat Panels |
Core Material | Honeycomb structure |
Skin Material | FRP gelcoat (outer) + FRP (inner) |
Note on width and shipping：
Panel width is determined by standard container dimensions for shipping purposes. Panels wider than standard container dimensions cannot be transported and are therefore not available. Contact our team to confirm the maximum width for your specific container type and shipping route.
Why Honeycomb Core
Honeycomb Core prioritizes strength-to-weight ratio over thermal insulation, delivering structural rigidity at a fraction of the weight of solid materials. This makes it the preferred choice for applications where panel stiffness and load-bearing performance matter more than insulation value — such as modular building walls and equipment enclosures.
Beyond structural performance, Honeycomb Core panels retain all the advantages of SKD’s FRP gelcoat technology: excellent weather resistance, moisture resistance, and long-term durability, backed by the same 10–15 year warranty as our standard gelcoat panels.
Applications
With its superior strength-to-weight ratio, the Honeycomb Core Sandwich Panel is well suited for a wide range of structural, lightweight applications, including:Truck & Van Bodies, RVs & Campers, Building Construction (exterior walls, interior walls, partitions, ceilings, and flooring), Furniture, Sports Equipment, and Speedboat Bulkheads and Decks.
A: Honeycomb Core prioritizes strength-to-weight ratio and structural rigidity, while PU and XPS Core are optimized for thermal insulation performance. If your project needs insulation, PU or XPS Core is likely the better fit; if it needs structural rigidity with minimal weight, Honeycomb Core is the better choice. Contact our team to discuss which fits your project’s requirements.
A: Yes. Panel thickness is made to order based on your project’s structural and performance requirements. Contact our team to discuss the right thickness for your application.
A: Yes. The FRP gelcoat skins resist moisture, saltwater exposure, and corrosion, making Honeycomb Core panels a practical choice for marine superstructures and coastal buildings where corrosion resistance is a key concern.
A: Yes. The honeycomb structure is well known for maintaining stiffness under repeated stress and dynamic loading, which is part of why it’s commonly used in applications like vehicle bodies and sporting goods where the panel is subject to ongoing movement and impact.
A: The hollow cell structure makes Honeycomb Core significantly lighter than solid panel materials of comparable thickness, while still delivering strong structural rigidity — which is why it’s a common choice for weight-sensitive applications like vehicle bodies and sporting goods.
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