What is the structure made of?

Portable modular buildings are made from an aluminium frame that conforms to British Building Regulations. The roof is made from PVC that can either be insulated or non insulated. There is a choice of walls from insulated foam sandwich panel or simple steel cladding. Both the roof and the walls are fire retardant.

Do you need planning permission?

Planning permission is required for any portable buildings that are erected for more than 28 days. The local councils are often friendly towards temporary buildings as they can be relocated to another site within days unlike permanent metal buildings. We are able to supply detailed CAD drawings to assist with planning permission.

How secure are the buildings?

Our modular buildings are often described as semi permanent buildings therefore the buildings are extremely secure with lockable roller shutter doors and pedestrian doors. Additional security devices can be added to the portable building if required.

How are they erected?

The temporary buildings are erected using forklift and scissor lift with a minimum crew of 4 men. Typically a portable building can be erected and fully operational on you site within days from you placing an order.

What service do they need to be erected on?

Temporary Buildings can be erected on almost any type of surface providing that the surface is relatively level and accessible. This means that portable buildings offer the most flexible solution at your premises. Structural Installation.

Will they require heating and lighting?

As a rule temporary buildings will require some lighting and heating. The level of lighting and heating required will be determind by what you will be using the portable building for.

Are the buildings relocatable?

Yes they are and this allows the temporary buildings to be moved around on your site to suit your own requirements and deadlines.