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Insulated panel joint systems

Precision-built joints.
Tighter fit.
Reliable performance.

Premium tongue-and-groove and hardboard barrier strip insulated panel joints for cold rooms, freezer rooms and modular structures — manufactured by Frigipan in Pretoria, South Africa.

Double tongue-and-groove interlocking profile Hardboard barrier strip joint option Cold rooms freezer rooms & insulated structures
2 Joint SystemsChoose the connection method that best suits the project.
Close-Fitting ConnectionDesigned for secure panel alignment and consistent assembly.
Thermal PerformanceJoint design helps maintain the insulated envelope.
Pretoria ManufacturedFrigipan panel systems manufactured in South Africa.
Frigipan EPS polystyrene insulation core
High-performance cold room panel joints

Two proven systems. One purpose: a secure insulated connection.

Frigipan manufactures high-performance insulated panels in Pretoria, South Africa, with two proven jointing systems: double tongue-and-groove and hardboard barrier strip. Both systems are designed to provide a secure, close-fitting connection that helps maximise thermal insulation, panel stability and energy efficiency in cold rooms, freezer rooms and other insulated structures.

✓Precision panel alignment
✓Strong, consistent connection
✓Suitable for walls and insulated structures
✓Technical advice available from Frigipan
01 / Tongue-and-Groove

Double tongue-and-groove joints.

The double tongue-and-groove joint system provides a precise, interlocking connection between panels. The profile is designed to create a tight joint, helping minimise thermal bridging and air leakage while providing excellent panel alignment. Combined with fire-retardant EPS insulation, the interlocking profile provides a strong and consistent panel connection. The locking design also simplifies installation, helping reduce installation time and maintain consistent results across larger projects.

Interlocking profileMale-female edges locate into one another for a close, repeatable panel connection.
Installation consistencyThe joint geometry assists panel alignment and repeatable assembly across larger builds.
Insulated envelopeThe close-fitting joint helps maintain thermal continuity across adjoining panels.
02 / Barrier Strip

Hardboard barrier strip joints.

The hardboard barrier strip joint system, also known as a hardboard joint, is a traditional and cost-effective panel connection method. It uses an internal hardboard strip fitted into pre-cut recesses along the edges of adjoining panels. This jointing method provides a secure panel connection and is suitable for a wide range of cold room, freezer room and insulated building applications.

Traditional connectionAn internal hardboard strip bridges the adjoining panel edges through prepared recesses.
Cost-effective optionA practical jointing system for many cold-room, freezer-room and insulated-building projects.
Secure panel fitThe strip provides a stable internal connection between adjoining insulated panels.
Joint profiles & manufacturing

See the exact joint geometry, dimensions and manufacturing process.

Frigipan’s panel systems are manufactured using dedicated decoiling and roll-forming equipment. The updated Frigipan diagrams below show the physical connection and standard panel width used by each joint system.

Tongue-and-groove joint profile diagram
Tongue-and-Groove Joint Profile

Top-view diagram of the male-female interlocking joint, showing Frigipan’s 1170 mm standard tongue-and-groove panel width.

Hardboard barrier strip joint profile diagram
Hardboard Barrier Strip Profile

Top-view diagram showing Frigipan’s 1200 mm standard barrier-strip panel width and the 50 mm internal hardboard barrier strip.

Frigipan decoiler and panel roll-forming equipment Frigipan insulated panel manufacturing equipment
Frigipan insulated panels ready for projects
Technical support

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Speak to the Frigipan technical team for pricing, specifications and advice on selecting the most suitable jointing system for your cold room, freezer room or insulated structure.

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