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Pricing Structure and Volume Discounts
Plycem High Performance Subfloor panels are priced competitively to provide 65-70% cost savings compared to USG Structo-Crete while maintaining premium quality and performance. All Plycem prices are CIF Long Beach (Cost, Insurance, and Freight).
Volume Pricing Tiers
Price Notes:
- Plycem prices are CIF Long Beach (Cost, Insurance, and Freight — includes product, ocean freight, and insurance to Long Beach port)
- Prices shown are for 20mm panels
- 22mm, 25mm, and 30mm panels: +$3-5 per mm thickness increment
- Tongue & groove (T&G) variants: Add $2/panel
- Delivery and logistics support available - pricing depends on location and order size
- Volume discounts and special terms available for multi-project contracts
1-49 panels
25 panels = $2,200
50-149 panels
100 panels = $8,500
150-299 panels
200 panels = $16,400
300+ panels
300 panels = $23,700
Full Competitive Comparison
Comprehensive evaluation of Plycem against USG Structo-Crete and poured gypsum concrete systems.
| Characteristic | Plycem | Structo-Crete | Poured Gypsum |
|---|---|---|---|
| Material Type | Fiber-reinforced Portland cement | Fiber-reinforced cementitious structural panel | Gypsum-based slurry |
| Combustibility | Non-combustible (ASTM E136) | Non-combustible (ASTM E136) | Non-combustible |
| Fire Rating | 1-hr & 2-hr (UL designs) | 1-hr & 2-hr (UL designs) | Up to 3-hr |
| Flame Spread (E-84) | 0 (Perfect) | 0 | 0 |
| Smoke Dev. (E-84) | 0 (Perfect) | 0 | 0 |
| Cost per 4'x8' | $79-88 (CIF Long Beach) | $255-270 (retail) | $90-120 equiv. |
| Cost per SF | $2.45-2.75 | $8.00-8.40 | $2.80-3.75 |
| Lead Time (West Coast) | 0-3 days | 2-6 weeks | 7-14 days |
| Weight (20mm equiv.) | 149.6 lbs/panel | ~170 lbs/panel | ~300 lbs/area |
| Moisture Resistance | Excellent (cement matrix) | Good (gypsum + perlite) | Good (requires curing) |
| Installation | Screw fastening | Screw/staple fastening | Pumped and leveled |
| Install Speed | 800-1000 SF/day | 700-900 SF/day | Pour + 48-72hr cure |
| STC | 50-55 (system dependent)* | 50-58 (system dependent)* | 55-65 (system dependent)* |
| IIC | 50-55 w/ underlayment* | 50-55 w/ underlayment* | 60-70 w/ underlayment* |
* Values based on specific UL/GA assemblies including framing, insulation, and ceiling finish. Board alone does not have independent STC/IIC ratings.
Cost-Benefit Analysis: 10,000 SF Floor
Typical multifamily floor installation comparison (material costs only). Based on current retail pricing data.
Plycem (CIF Long Beach)
$26,880
~320 panels x $84 avg
USG Structo-Crete (retail)
$83,840
~320 panels x $262 avg
Your Savings
$56,960
68% material cost reduction per floor
Additional value: Immediate availability eliminates carrying costs and schedule risk
Pricing Sources: Plycem pricing is CIF Long Beach (Cost, Insurance, and Freight — includes product, ocean freight, and insurance to Long Beach port). Structo-Crete retail pricing from New England Gypsum and Tamarack Materials listings (February 2026): $255-270/panel or $8.00-8.40/SF. Installation labor costs are comparable between products (~$2.50-3.50/SF).
Availability & Logistics
Warehouse
Long Beach, CA
20mm In Stock
1,500+ panels ready
Stock Delivery
0-3 business days
Container Orders
6-8 week lead time
Container Load Specifications
40' High Cube container capacities and logistics timeline.
| Thickness | Panels per 40' HC |
|---|---|
| 20mm | ~300 panels |
| 22mm | ~270 panels |
| 25mm | ~240 panels |
Ocean Transit: 14-21 days from Costa Rica/El Salvador to US West Coast.
Customs Clearance: 2-5 business days.
Job Site Delivery: 1-3 days from Long Beach warehouse.
Project Planning Recommendations:
- For projects requiring >1,000 panels: Place order 10-12 weeks before installation date
- For projects requiring <500 panels: Current stock typically sufficient for 3-5 business day delivery
- Large projects (1,000+ panels): Contact sales for dedicated production slot and delivery schedule coordination
Contact Robertson Carrillo Z. at +1 (415) 532-3376 or robert@plycemca.com for project-specific lead time confirmation and delivery coordination.