Are Flat Pack Containers Suitable for All Types of Construction Projects?

Besides the shipping and storage containers,Container Family also produce modular flat pack containers,they will be shipped in flat-packed state and can be used for self-storage,garage,temporary office,guard booth,etc.But,are flat pack containers suitable for all types of construction projects?

The answer is “NO”!They will work well for certain scenarios but have clear limitations.Therefore, it is necessary to make the choice based on the actual situation of the project.

The Suitable Projects:

1. Large-scale Temporary Projects

The containers will be shipped in flat-pack state and can be assembled within 1hour,normal manual tools without welding process.They can be stacked and connected to form large building,such as construction dormitory,site offices,and disaster-relief camps,etc.

2. Long-distance/Overseas Projects

Compared with the fully assembled storage containers,the disassembled components will reduce freight cost greatly,more suitable for long-distance or overseas projects.

3. Custom Layout Project

Such as self-storage industry,if the owner want to adjust the partition easily,the flat pack container will be an ideal choice.

Types of Projects Where Flat-pack Containers Are Not Ideal

1. Extremely Fast Occupation Projects

The flat pack container could be assembled on site within 1hour/set,if the project should be finished in a few minutes,the ready-made or expandable containers are more suitable.

2. Permanent High-rise Buildings

Normally,the flat pack containers can be stacked up to 2-3 layers,they cannot meet the structural codes for highrise permanent buildings.

3. Long-distance Transportation

The flat pack one is used for storage mainly,including self-storage,office,workshop,pop-up shop,garage,garden storage,etc.a few types can be used for shipment,and the payload is lower than standard shipping containers

Overall,flat pack container is an economical modular solution for temporary,large-scale and modular layout projects.To a certain extent, it can reduce shipping and construction costs, shorten the construction time, and can be moved to different locations for use.

Nevertheless, due to assembly requirements, stacking limits and temporarynature characteristics, they cannot adapt to every construction project. Site conditions, quantity of units, time schedule and building permanence should be evaluated.If you have any problem,please contact us at any time,Container Family will give you most professional answer!