In recent years, there has been a shift in terms of construction preference. Many major companies have started building their warehouses in a manner that drastically differs from what was once the norm. Warehouses were once built much like other buildings are -- using a basic design idea and building from the ground up, with alterations made when necessary. While warehouses were overall largely similar to each other, they could differ on some level and were built over an extended period of time. However, this has changed more recently, with modular construction becoming more popular.
Modular construction, which can also be referred to as prefabricated construction, is reliant on a specific type of building system that can be likened to putting together a puzzle. Essentially, the building is created by putting together a number of pre-made pieces, making one or more buildings. Warehouses, offices, and other types of commercial buildings can be made through modular construction. Warehouses made in this way often feature warehouse partitioning systems, with the offices divided up through pre-made partitions that can help develop the building's layout and create necessary division.
Some are hesitant to take advantage of modular construction. Modular construction may seem too good to be true -- and we tend to have a perception that buildings that are made brick by brick are sturdier or more reliable. This is a misconception; prefabricated buildings are tried and true, with about 90% of engineers, 84% of contractors and 76% of architects utilizing modular construction in at least some of their projects. Why? They're confident in the system and they know there are advantages to building modular warehouse offices, among other types of modular construction products. Let's look into those benefits.
Quick Construction
Sometimes, you have a good amount of time to work on a construction project. However, that's not always the case. At times, construction projects need to be completed quickly. This is why prefabricated materials are often relied upon for everything from warehouse partitions to modular offices. The skeleton of a structure may be built -- but if the project is running overtime, using prefabricated warehouse partitions can help the builder meet necessary deadlines. It's simply easier to construct a structure when you're working with pre-made pieces. Unlike when building a residential unit, uniformity can easily work for warehouse partitions and other commercial structures. So why not take advantage of the ease of modular construction?
Cost Reductions
Time is money, especially when it comes to construction. The longer a project drags on, the more money you'll have to pay builders. Prefabricated structures are often more cost-efficient than paying for construction materials bit by bit. It's easier to stay on-budget when you're able to order prefabricated pieces. You also won't have to worry about stretching your budget due to certain human errors. Since the structure comes prefabricated, it will likely be a bit more foolproof and perhaps won't even require as much work from your employees. Construction always requires a certain amount of investment, but prefabricated structures often does allow builders to save more money than they would otherwise.
Portability
One major advantage of modular construction -- whether you're working with warehouse partitions, offices, or other products -- is that you can create permanent or relocatable structures. The ability to relocate structures is a major advantage for business owners, who often have to compromise due to space issues, as well as the relocation of business practices in general. Furthermore, structures like warehouse partitions can be moved within a building, changing the layout as needed. It adds a good bit of flexibility, and therefore adds value to the structure itself.
Construction is dependent on the person who owns the building and their preferences -- but there are clearly many advantages to using prefabricated materials. To learn more, please contact us today.