Industrial and logistics buildings in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and other hot-climate regions face very different weather conditions. Choosing the right roof and wall panels for each climate zone is essential for long-term performance. This page provides practical guidance on how to select photovoltaic and insulated panels according to local climate and project type.
High temperature, high humidity, and frequent heavy rain make roof and wall performance critical.
Recommended solutions:
PU or PIR insulated roof panels with sufficient thickness for strong thermal insulation
Photovoltaic roof panels for factories and warehouses with large roof areas and high daytime load
PU or rock wool wall panels with good joint design to prevent water ingress and condensation
Design tips:
Ensure adequate roof slope and gutter capacity for heavy rainfall
Pay attention to vapour barriers and joint sealing to avoid condensation inside the building
In hot and dry regions, solar radiation and daytime temperatures are very high, but humidity is low.
Recommended solutions:
Photovoltaic roof panels to convert strong sunlight into usable electricity
PU roof panels with reflective coatings (light colours, high SRI)
Rock wool panels in fire-critical zones and where internal fire regulations are strict
Design tips:
Optimise panel colour and coating to maximise solar reflectance and durability
Consider roof ventilation strategies where appropriate
Some projects are located in areas with both hot summers and cooler winters.
Recommended solutions:
PU/PIR roof and wall panels with thickness chosen according to U-value requirements
Rock wool panels for areas with stringent fire codes or close property boundaries
PV roof panels where electricity prices are high and roofs are unshaded
For overseas projects, Somei can:
Review local climate data and building codes
Suggest panel types, thicknesses, and coatings suitable for the region
Coordinate packaging and shipping to ensure panels arrive on site in good condition
Talk to our team about your project location, and we will recommend roof and wall panel combinations that match your climate, budget, and performance targets.
Shenzhen Somei Building Material Co., Ltd. provides one-stop photovoltaic and insulated roof & wall panel solutions for steel structure factories, warehouses, and cold rooms in hot-climate markets.