One in every hundred people are incarcerated in the United
States today. Due to these high numbers, correctional facilities are
overcrowded and in need of inmate housing. Many inmates are facing poor
sleeping conditions because of a lack of space including makeshift cots on hard
concrete floors. Correctional facilities are choosing modular prison housing as
an efficient and quick space solution to ease overcrowding.
Modular housing is a more time efficient solution to inmate
overcrowding because buildings can be completed 30-50 percent faster than with
traditional construction. This is particularly helpful for correctional
facilities needing an immediate solution. In addition to its speed, modular construction also results in less site disruption and reduced material waste.
Modular buildings can be custom designed to suit the needs
of each correctional facility with many flexible design options. The different
modular options include inmate housing, minimum and medium security buildings,
medical facilities, juvenile detention facilities and guard houses. Buildings can be a temporary or permanent
solutions and range from single story open floor bunking to multi-story
secluded dormitories.
Modular buildings meet or exceed the same construction codes
as traditionally built inmate facilities. In addition, modular buildings adhere
to all federal, local and state security and safety concerns. Buildings can be
equipped with bulletproof glass, surveillance systems and security doors.
Modular construction is the best way to meet the needs of
inmates and the community.
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