Commercial & Residential Swing Spaces

Commercial & Residential Swing Spaces

A temporary modular building can serve as an emergency response facility, temporary office or classroom, or nerve center for a construction project. The term swing space refers to an area designated for use as a temporary work environment that is often used during renovation projects or as temporary space while a new facility is being built. School districts also use swing space when they have a problem of overcrowding or during renovation.

Modular buildings offer the flexibility of being reconfigured and reused for various needs. Because the leasing of temporary modular buildings is quite common, many companies have buildings available for immediate delivery and setup.

Built in a climate-controlled factory, modular buildings are designed for use in any type of environment. Modular buildings have heating and air conditioning ducts, and can be fitted with almost any appliance including stoves, furnaces, and refrigerators. Modular buildings can also be designed to have extra layers of insulation and higher roof loads that can withstand the weight of a heavy snowfall if needed.

These temporary building designs are user-friendly in that they have access for electricity, water, and sewer built right in. So long as the lessee has the proper permit for one of these structures, the actual mounting and tie-down, hooking up of utilities and inspection process is rather simple.

Companies in need of temporary office space or classrooms are encouraged to check out the variety of modular structures available. Using swing space is an economical way to keep business running smoothly during renovations and new construction. Best of all, the delivery and setup is part of the package offered by the modular building company.

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Sustainable Building Materials for Modular Construction

Sustainable Building Materials for Modular Construction

The more we learn about global climate change, and the effect the activities of our daily lives has on it, the more people are looking towards green building materials for new home construction. The need for affordable housing continues to grow and with that comes the need to provide housing with minimal impact on the environment.

Modular home construction is a fast, efficient and far more environmentally friendly method of construction than traditional home construction, making it an excellent choice for new home builders.

What Materials Are Used?

There are a variety of environmentally friendly, affordable materials that are well suited for home construction. Dual use materials such as solar shingles, which provide energy for the home, as well as the protective properties of shingles, are just one example of a great sustainable method for roof construction. Paper insulation, wool bricks and reclaimed or salvaged wood are also commonly used green building materials. These materials are durable, efficient and look great in the finished construction.

Benefits of Sustainable Building Materials

Green construction is one of the fastest growing areas of the construction industry. Homes built with sustainable materials have a smaller carbon footprint than traditionally built counterparts. Many of these materials are just as durable, if not more durable, than traditional building materials. An efficiently built home is far more affordable to maintain, repair, heat and cool than one made from the cheapest materials possible.

Green modular construction reduces damage to the surrounding environment and produces significantly less material waste. Modular homes can often be constructed about 40 percent faster than traditionally built homes because they are built in a climate-controlled factory. This minimizes the possibility of construction delays due to poor weather conditions. Construction time is also saved because while the modules are being constructed at the factory, the sites grading and utilities and be prepared.

Green modular home construction is environmentally friendly, fast and convenient. Today's modular homes can be built green, reducing the overall environmental impact of new home construction in the area.

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Benefits of Modular Offices in North Dakota

Benefits of Modular Offices in North Dakota

Businesses that are in need of space in North Dakota should keep in mind the benefits gained through temporary modular office buildings.

Fast Construction

Building a traditional office can take many months to complete. A modular office on the other hand can take a few weeks. Best of all, its construction is usually completed off-site in a factory, meaning for businesses who are already up and running, there will be minimal disturbances.

Enhanced Flexibility

Many people are under the false impression that modular construction is limited. In fact, modular construction is flexible in terms of what can and cannot be built. Modular buildings can also be constructed to be reused if needed. Adding the ability to move the building to a new oil or gas field when necessary is an added benefit.

Built to Last

Modular offices in North Dakota are constructed to withstand all types of harsh weather. Because modular buildings need to be transported from the factory, builders use screws and commercial adhesives over nails to assemble the modular building. This ensures a building meets and often exceeds construction building codes.

No matter the reason for needing extra space, all businesses should consider the benefits gained from using modular offices. From fast construction to the ability to withstand harsh weather conditions, a modular office is a great solution to the space needs of any business in North Dakota.

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Modular Construction: Why it’s Right for Gas Stations and Convenience Stores

Why it’s Right for Gas Stations and Convenience Stores

The reference to “modular” as it relates to the construction and building world doesn’t actually have anything to do with a particular “style”– interestingly; it refers to a construction method that has the ability to enhance efficiency while reducing risk. Further still, modular construction boasts additional benefits such as quality control, reduced construction traffic and noise, less waste, stronger and more durable structures, energy efficient approaches, enhanced construction speed and more.

While the modular concept in building isn’t a new one, the benefits of choosing modular construction for gas stations and convenience stores have been a recent hot topic. Many times, structures and projects such as these require custom approaches in terms of design so that the customer meets specific corporate guidelines – further; the stores need to match other stores with regard to cohesiveness within brand while blending in with the surrounding areas and architectural décor. This is where modular convenience stores, gas stations and construction come into play.

Modular building techniques have a tendency to eliminate additional expenses by bringing fewer workers and less equipment to the job site. It’s no secret that costs can rocket upwards when considering the long-term on-site work crews required for “stick-built” construction because of the phasing of the installation with underground gas tanks, foundations and ultimately the structure/building.

With modular construction, underground gas tanks, site grading and utilities can be prepared at the same time the buildings are constructed at the factory. Construction delays are minimized because the buildings are constructed indoors. Although these buildings are built quickly, there is no sacrifice in quality. These prefabricated buildings are constructed by highly trained workers and meet or exceed building codes and standards.

Some industry experts call this “paying the lower price for ‘true-cost’ construction,” but no matter how it’s looked at, modular convenience stores and gas stations offer convenient and cost-effective solutions in a modern day construction climate.


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Modular Classrooms for Fast School Expansion

Modular Classrooms for Fast School Expansion

When a school has an increase in students, additional classrooms are a necessity. A modular classroom is a great way to help the school expand almost immediately without putting a strain on resources.

Modular construction allows a classroom to be built off of the school property at a climate controlled factory which ensures minimal disruption to the students and teachers during the construction period. Because modular buildings are constructed in a climate controlled factory, there are decreased delays due to poor weather conditions.

While the modular classroom is being built, construction teams prepare the site’s grading and utilities. Once the majority of the classroom is constructed it is then moved to the school and placed exactly where it is needed.

These prefabricated classrooms can be designed to be reused and relocated. As the school makes further expansions, the classrooms can be moved to where they are needed most. This gives the school an adjustable asset that can grow as needed.

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Modular Construction-The Fastest Way to Build

Modular Construction-The Fastest Way Build

Traditional building timelines can be long, rigid, and unpredictable. Modular construction offers ways to obtain quality end results in an efficient yet abbreviated time frame.

Weather often plays an important and many times detrimental role in the timeline and efficiency of typical building schedules. With modular construction, weather is irrelevant because of the carefully controlled factory settings where modular buildings are expertly constructed. Quality control is easier to enforce in a closely supervised factory setting. Craftsman can also work more quickly and productively in a temperature regulated environment than they can when working out in the elements.

In outdoor environments, security can also be hard to guarantee. Vandalism and material shortages can lead to even more delays in the building process. Prefab homes are essentially complete at the time of arrival, and sections or modules can quickly and securely be put into place. Prefab construction directly correlates with having specific and reliable move in dates, which also proves beneficial for being able to smoothly oversee the safe transportation of possessions.

If home builders have a change of heart regarding needs or wants for the layout and features of their new home, customizations can be accommodated at the factory, without adding stress and time to the building project. Modular construction offers the opportunity to reconfigure the building without the major headaches and hassles associated with reconfiguring or relocating stick built structures.

There is a lot to like about this innovative, fast, and environmentally friendly mode of construction.

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Modular Government Buildings

Modular Government Building

Modular construction provides a wide range of temporary and permanent modular buildings that help meet the space needs of federal, regional, state and local government agencies. Modular buildings can be used for fire and police stations, office buildings, hospitals and even military purposes.

Modular construction involves prefabricated buildings that are built in a climate-controlled factory. Constructing the major components of a building at the off-site factory helps to decrease the possibility of weather delays. These prefabricated buildings are constructed by highly trained specialized workers and meet or exceed building codes and standards.

The time it takes to assemble a modular government building is a fraction of what it would take to construct a traditional government building. Using modular construction can decreases the construction period by 40 percent. In addition to the reduced construction times, prefab buildings offer occupants the interior and exterior design options that traditionally constructed buildings do.

Any government agency seeking additional space would be wise to take a look at modular construction as a great resource in constructing buildings that would meet their needs.

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Are Modular Hotel Pods the Future of Hotel Construction?

Modular Hotel Pod

A new wave of hotel construction is sweeping the western world. Pod hotels are compact yet have amenity-filled rooms that are around 100 square feet. Pod Hotels originated in Japan and have evolved to become more popular in Europe and the United States. These new hotels appeal to both business owners and travelers, as they are low-cost, efficient, and increasingly fashionable.

Hotel construction is going modular due to its flexibility and efficiency of construction. A modular building is easier to build than a traditional building. The rooms can be constructed off-site while the site preparation is being completed.

Travelers are attracted to these hotels' low nightly cost, convenience, and trendy nature. Due to the low cost of constructing and maintenance of the modular hotels, the nightly cost is affordable. Each room provides the basics: a bed, a private bathroom, and often a sitting area with a television. Some hotels also offer kiosks that allow travelers to check themselves in and out.

Hotels featuring modular construction attract both business travelers and tourists. Business travelers are especially attracted to their low cost and convenience. Those traveling for pleasure enjoy the trendy, innovative nature as well as the low cost of spending a night in a hotel pod. These travelers appreciate the new style of pods, which are larger and offer more amenities than the original Japanese style, in which rooms were quite small and box-like, only large enough to sleep in.

Hoteliers can capitalize on this new innovation. Travelers want stylish, modern lodging at low prices, and that’s exactly what pod hotels delivers.

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Modular Hotels & Motels-The Latest Trend in the Hotel Industry

Modular Hotels & Motels

Modular construction is the newest method of construction in the hotel industry. This type of construction is ideal for start-up companies that want a faster return on their investment compared to the traditional construction of a hotel or motel. Modular construction allows companies to design single-story or multi-story accommodations with a variety of exterior and interior finishes to choose from.

Modular hotels and motels are more time efficient to construct because a majority of the construction takes place off-site. While the modular buildings are constructed in the factory by highly trained specialized workers, while the site preparation takes place. This includes the foundation and placement of utilities on-site.

With the construction of the modular units taking place in a climate-controlled facility, there is a reduced risk of delays which makes it easier to meet construction deadlines. Traditional hotel and motel construction schedules can take several more months to complete because of inclement weather. Because there is a 30 to 50 percent shorter construction period than traditional methods, modular construction allows companies to open hotels and motels earlier and start serving guests and generating revenue sooner.

Although modular motels and hotels take a shorter period of time to construct, they are made from quality materials. Being that the building is transported to the prepared location after completion, the quality of the construction has to be strong enough to be transported and survive outdoor elements. With building standards and codes put in place for all types of construction, all modular buildings meet or exceed these standards and codes.

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Modular Medical Facilities-The Latest Trend in Healthcare Construction

Modular Healthcare Construction

With the technological advances in prefabricated construction, it is not surprising that modular medical facilities have become a growing trend. The advantages in modular construction include faster completion, a quality final product, and the option of portability if needed. As more and more medical companies utilize the structures, modular buildings have become more recognizable for their design possibilities and long term durability.

Faster Finish

Modular construction can be more time efficient compared to traditional construction. While the modules are constructed offsite at a climate controlled facility, the site preparation is being completed. After the completion of the modular buildings and site preparation, the buildings are then moved to the site and assembled. With minimal disruption or pollution to the healthcare construction site, there is less cleanup and construction traffic. This is particularly desirable when adding a building to an already busy area.

Climate-controlled Materials

No matter how advanced the construction method is there is no guarantee that every material has been kept free of moisture. In a modular building factory all materials are kept in a climate-controlled environment. Lumber and other materials are kept clean and dry and the environment impact on site is minimized. Construction within the controlled factory environments minimizes weather delays and allows for precise construction, resourcefulness and quality control.

Modern Exterior

Whether the project is for a clinic, laboratory, dentist office or a diagnostic center, the modular building exteriors can offer any look that the client prefers. The exteriors can be brick, stucco, cedar or other woods with an option of double pane windows that can add extra insulation. With other exterior options such as shutters, awnings, decks and landscaping, the building exterior can coordinate with existing buildings to provide continuity.

Modular construction truly does offer the best solution in healthcare construction.

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Portable Office Buildings-The Mobile Space Solution

Mobile Space Solution

A portable office provides effective and useful space for a business and/or organization. With logical, useful designs and customized layouts, a mobile office can be installed in a short period of time.

Because the building is a temporary office, there is the promise of portability when the office space is no longer needed. This does not mean that the buildings are just trailers in disguise; they are real building units that range in size from small one room buildings to large multi-story buildings.

These modern office structures are not limited to aluminum siding and can be customized depending on the different needs of the company and the location’s aesthetics. A mobile office can add critical office space when a busy office suddenly outgrows its permanent home. Many businesses find it cost effective to utilize a modular building during a renovation. The floor plan of temporary offices can be configured to meets a company’s specific need. These configurations include different sized rooms, bathrooms, handicapped-accessibility, and divided office space.

With flexibility in size and features, a temporary office is a good choice for field offices. Modular units offer configurations to accommodate all types of worksite operations and can be placed at construction, mining, drilling and disaster recovery sites. These temporary offices can offer a place for planning, operational decision-making and meetings.

Like a traditional office, mobile offices can provide a positive work environment where staff can buckle down and get their work done.

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