Uses Of Modular Buildings

Modular structures can be used for a wide range of purposes, offering flexible, adaptable spaces for businesses to benefit from. There are several different types of modular buildings, including cabins and smaller spaces, comprehensive office suites and changing rooms, and at Midlands Portable Buildings (MPB), we have vast experience building and installing all kinds of modular buildings for a host of sectors. Let’s break down the most popular modular building uses and how businesses can benefit from them most.

Types Of Temporary Buildings

As well as looking at the different uses, how does one acquire a modular building? Are modular buildings the same as portable cabins?

Modular Buildings

Modular buildings are often larger-scale structures which will most likely require foundations before installation, but development of both the modular sections and foundations can be completed in tandem with one another. They can be used for both permanent and temporary means, making their use even more bespoke.

Portable Cabins

Portable cabins are smaller structures ideal for immediate or long-term needs, with the entire structure delivered whole and installed on-site after fabrication. The cabin is usually intended for one distinct purpose or use but can easily be stacked or combined with more portable cabins.

Hire

Both these types of modular buildings are available to hire with MPB, giving you flexible options no matter how you want to use them. Hiring is a cost-effective solution if you know your use for a modular building or portable cabin is temporary, and any changing needs can be accommodated quickly, whether adding more cabins, adapting existing facilities or repositioning them somewhere else.

Sectors For Modular Buildings

Modular building uses span a variety of sectors, with businesses within the commercial, educational, construction and even healthcare industries utilising these structures more every year.

Commercial

Commercial enterprises can expand their business with the help of modular construction. Commercial modular buildings can be in the form of secure offices, marketing suites and canteens, or a combination of several commercial spaces and facilities. No matter the type of commercial use required, they can be fitted with various options such as air conditioning, toilets and kitchens, insulation and other amenities fit for employees and consumers alike.

Office

Offices are one of the most popular types of modular buildings. Businesses requiring new long-term or short-term office space can gain it far quicker than traditional construction. Modular office buildings are designed to be fit for purpose, integrated with furniture, electrics, data points and other requirements to manage office workflow with ease. If the office is going to be used permanently, other options, including heating, window guards and roller shutters for security, toilet facilities and other customisable sections, can be easily integrated.

Education

Modular buildings have been used for educational purposes for many decades but have come a long way in terms of sophistication, safety and comfort compared to when they were first widely introduced. Modular structures are an affordable, quick way of supporting classroom shortages. Permanent or temporary classrooms can be built off the school site, delivered and installed without causing major disruption to learning. Whether a school requires them for extra space or wants to create a permanent, dedicated classroom for a specific subject, modular construction is the way to go.

Construction

The construction industry has many uses for modular buildings and portable cabins. Anti-vandal cabins, for example, are a great means of providing high-level security for construction goods and assets. On top of fortified locking systems, they can feature elements including alarms, security shutters, anti-tamper fixtures and are constructed from durable and heavy-duty materials such as steel. Construction sites also require admin spaces, canteens and other amenities to support working conditions; these are easily available in short time frames with modular structures.

Leisure

Leisure industries are turning to modular leisure buildings to support additional space, rather than sacrificing current spaces with a costly renovation. Seeing a surge in new gym memberships? Are certain exercise classes becoming more popular, requiring an additional, dedicated space? Perhaps your existing changing facilities require an update, but you still need to provide facilities during the project? Modular structures are the ideal answer, as they can be fabricated quickly and fit with all the gym and leisure products you could ask for.

Healthcare

Healthcare providers can benefit from using modular buildings for:

• GP surgeries
• Hospital wards
• Emergency care facilities
• Labs
• Test centres

Modular structures are a practical and cost-effective means of providing different spaces for the healthcare sector, where fast-paced action for the installation of facilities is a must. The off-site fabrication and on-site assembly cause minimal disruption, perfect for healthcare settings where services must remain in place at all times.

Modular Building Installation

The different types of modular buildings extend to various sectors, with offices, commercial buildings, classrooms, cabins for construction, modular gyms and healthcare facilities able to be fabricated and installed for permanent or temporary use.

If you think you’ll get great use out of a modular building, contact us here at MPB for bespoke services, as well as options to buy or hire your new structure. Get a free quotation from us today and see how we can help.