Comparison: Pre-engineered Factory vs. Concrete Factory – Which Option is More Cost-Effective?

In the context of rapidly expanding industrial zones, selecting an appropriate factory model plays a pivotal role in optimizing costs, construction timelines, and long-term operational efficiency.
The two most common types of factory buildings today are pre-engineered steel structures and traditional reinforced concrete buildings.
Together with Fancons – a company with over 15 years of experience in industrial design and construction – let’s conduct a detailed analysis to identify the most optimal solution for your business.

1. Overview of Two Types of Factory Buildings

Pre-engineered steel structure factory

This type of building is designed and its components are pre-fabricated at the factory, then transported to the construction site for assembly.
The greatest advantages are fast construction, cost savings, and ease of expansion.
Pre-engineered steel buildings are widely used in industrial zones, logistics centers, and warehouses.

Traditional reinforced concrete factory

This type of building is constructed directly on site, using a system of reinforced concrete columns, beams, and slabs.
Reinforced concrete factories offer high durability, excellent load-bearing capacity, and good thermal insulation, making them suitable for long-term fixed facilities or heavy-duty manufacturing.

2. Detailed Comparison Between Pre-engineered Steel Buildings and Reinforced Concrete Factories

3. Which option is most cost-effective for the company?

Depending on usage purpose and investment budget, each type offers its own advantages

• Pre-engineered steel factories are recommended when:

  • The business requires fast construction and cost savings.

  • The project has plans for future expansion or relocation

  • Suitable for light manufacturing, storage warehouses, and distribution centers

• Concrete factories are recommended when:

  • Requires a durable structure capable of heavy loads or multi-story construction.

  • The project requires high sound and thermal insulation, or integration of office space within the factory

  • The goal is long-term fixed investment with minimal functional changes

Considering total investment, operation, and maintenance costs over 10 years, pre-engineered steel buildings typically save about 15–20% compared to concrete structures
However, for large-scale projects or heavy manufacturing, concrete structures remain a durable long-term choice

4. Fancons – A turnkey solution for all types of industrial buildings

With 15 years of experience in industrial design and construction, Fancons proudly stands as a trusted partner of many investors across industrial zones in Central and Southern Vietnam

Fancons offers a turnkey solution including:

• Site survey, design, and construction permitting

• Construction of steel and concrete structures

• Interior and exterior finishing, and technical infrastructure

• Factory maintenance and expansion consulting

Fancons’ engineering team is committed to optimizing costs, ensuring construction safety and schedule, and delivering buildings with long-term usability and maximum investment efficiency for clients.

Contact Fancons

If you need consultation for building or renovating a factory, contact Fancons for free support and a detailed quotation tailored to your actual needs.