October 26, 2023
The Unique Military History Of The Portable Office
A portable office is typically a temporary structure, and this means that both assembly and disassembly times need to be as low as possible to avoid wasting time transitioning to new permanent facilities. Because of this constant strive for efficiency, it is probably not surprising that the modern portable structure can be traced back to […]
October 13, 2023
Portable Buildings Will Be Used To Ease Prison Overcrowding
The UK government is set to announce that up to 1,000 new prison places will be created through the use of portable buildings to create ‘rapid deployment cells.’ The Guardian reports that the justice secretary, Alex Chalk, will reveal the plans in an effort to tackle the prison overcrowding crisis. Prefabricated buildings have already been […]
October 11, 2023
How Modular Buildings Can Help To Create Flexible Workspaces
The use of premium portable buildings is now helping to create extra operational space in a wide range of businesses and sectors, from healthcare and education to construction and agriculture. As the demands of the workforce becomes increasingly diverse, the flexibility of portable or modular buildings is coming to the fore. Here is a look […]
October 2, 2023
The Benefits Of Portable Cabins In The Agricultural Sector
Portable buildings in the agricultural sector have many functions and are a cost-effective option. Large farms where storage space is at a premium often make use of mobile buildings. Here are just some of the uses and benefits that these versatile structures can bring to an agricultural setting. Enhanced biosecurity Effective biosecurity measures are essential […]
September 19, 2023
250 Temporary Classrooms Are Ordered In Wake Of RAAC Crisis
The government has made 250 temporary classrooms available for use in England’s schools after many were forced to find alternative buildings due to the RAAC (reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete) crisis. This has led to a surge in demand for modular and portable buildings that can be installed in a matter of days, The Guardian reports. […]
September 18, 2023
Why Modular Buildings Are An Ideal Truck Stop Solution
The UK has been battling with a shortage of HGV drivers for the past few years. According to the Road Haulage Association, the situation has improved since the low point of 2021, but the threat of another driver shortage looms in the next five years because of the driver age demographic, with a significant proportion […]
September 13, 2023
Modular Building Suppliers Help To Support UK Schools
Modular and portable building suppliers have stepped up to support the education sector as it grapples with the crumbling concrete crisis. Just a week before the beginning of a new term, more than 100 schools have had to install temporary classrooms or close completely because of concerns about RAAC (reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete). The Modular […]
September 5, 2023
DfE Funding For Portable Cabins Amid School Concrete Crisis
The Department for Education (DfE) has made funding available for portable cabins to schools affected by the crumbling concrete crisis. Over 156 schools so far have been forced to close or relocate classrooms at short notice after concerns were raised about the safety of reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC). It has emerged that at least […]
August 29, 2023
Why Modular Buildings Can Help The UK’s Toxic School Crisis
The former health secretary Matt Hancock has said that the UK is facing a ‘slow-burning crisis’ from the threat of asbestos that is still present in many of the schools and hospitals around the country. Despite the fact that the use of asbestos was banned in the UK in 1999, the toxic material still causes […]
August 29, 2023
Why A Shelter May Be Useful At The Crooked House
The use of PVC fabric shelters can be very beneficial at busy construction or demolition sites, particularly if people are there for long periods or constant security is needed for any reason. That can be true at any time of year, but even more so as autumn approaches. A place where this may be particularly […]
August 29, 2023
Why Housing Demand Is Still High In Greater Manchester
The decline over the past year in the property market, with reduced demand and falling prices, might prompt some developers to hold back on new projects until the situation starts to rebound. But in some parts of the country, there is still a lot of construction activity. Greater Manchester is one such area, with many […]
August 21, 2023
The Benefits of Installing A Portable Gatehouse Building
A gatehouse is an essential security feature for locations such as large building sites, business premises, festivals, carparks, and more. They provide a safe and convenient focal point for security operations, and are a first point of contact for visitors. Here are some advantages of using a portable building for your gatehouse. A range of […]
