What Are Modular Offices?

Modular workspaces are a type of commercial or industrial workspace that is pre-built offsite and is semi-permanent or temporary in nature. Panel built modular structures employ a panel system that allows for fast and convenient installation into an existing warehouse or plant.

In warehouses, distribution centers and production facilities across the country, modular office spaces are put in place to permit desk workers to operate in buildings that are principally industrial in nature. These adaptable systems can add noise shielded, protected, temperature controlled space to nearly any industrial building, and can often be set up in a matter of hours.

Why Choose Modular Offices vs Standard Construction?

Modular structures have significant advantages over building out permanent structures inside your building. Because they’re built using prefabricated components, they’re much more flexible than permanent construction and can quickly be expanded, moved, reconfigured or demolished. These installations may additionally be eligible for shorter term depreciation under the Section 179 deduction, permitting a full write-off in the course of the purchase year. This is a significant tax advantage in comparison with an average depreciation timeframe. Moreover, modular building is sometimes a fraction of the cost of normal construction.

There is generally no need for engineers, architects or builders when installing a modular office; kits are prebuilt and simple to assemble.

Modular Office Uses

While the label “modular office” suggests that these kits are meant only to be put to use as office space, they are commonly employed for a wide variety of purposes. For those contemplating an industrial building acquisition, relocation or reconfiguration, there are several possible use scenarios for modular construction.

Modular Employee Cafeterias or Break Rooms

Having a comfortable, climate controlled, brightly lit area for your employees to relax and recharge during breaks and lunch hours can boost morale and ensure that your workforce remains happy and productive.

Shipping and Receiving Offices

Quite often, industrial facilities require shipping and receiving departments. Modular offices are ideal for isolating these areas from the production floor or storage area. They can also be expanded or reduced as demand fluctuates.

Modular Conference Areas

Modular conference rooms are ideal for employee training, meetings, and client reception areas. Nearly every business requires a shared meeting area and adding a modular conference room can make a significant difference in your ability to conduct day-to-day business.

Modular Electronic Equipment Room Enclosures

Production facilities and warehouses can be inhospitable environments for equipment like computer servers, routers and switches. To keep sensitive equipment secure in dusty or dirty conditions, server room enclosures can provide just the right amount of protection and security at a relatively low cost.

Laboratories

Very often, manufacturing, engineering, and scientific departments must have isolated spaces, or laboratories, for specific activities. A modular workspace can easily be installed to contain a fully operational lab.

Modular Offices Near Me

To get more information about modular office capabilities and options, get in touch with an industrial facility specialist at Raymond West today! Our team of of highly trained experts can help with the design and specification of a wide range of industrial and warehouse modular office solutions.

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