What Are Modular Offices?

Modular offices are semi-permanent or temporary pre-built structures that are used in commercial or industrial settings. Panel built modular workspaces utilize a panel system that enables quick and easy setup in an existing warehouse or manufacturing facility.

In warehouses, distribution operations and manufacturing plants across the U.S., modular workspaces are put in place to enable desk workers to collocate in spaces that are principally industrial in nature. These adaptable systems can add noise shielded, protected, climate controlled workspace to just about any commercial building, and can oftentimes be set up in a matter of hours.

Why Choose Modular Offices vs Standard Construction?

Modular offices have enormous benefits versus building out permanent structures within your building. Because they’re built using prefab components, they’re much more adaptable than standard construction and can quickly be added on to, moved, adjusted or demolished. These structures can additionally qualify for rapid depreciation by way of the Section 179 allowance, enabling a 100% write-off during the year of acquisition. This is a significant tax advantage vs a typical depreciation schedule. Additionally, modular construction is sometimes a fraction of the cost of traditional construction.

In general, there is no need for engineers, architects or builders when setting up a modular office; systems are prefabricated and easy to assemble.

Modular Office Uses

While the phrase “modular office” implies that these structures are meant only to be put to use as office space, in reality they are used for a broad variety of purposes. For those contemplating an industrial building purchase, relocation or redesign, here are some possible use scenarios for modular construction.

Modular Employee Cafeterias or Break Rooms

Having a comfortable, temperature controlled, well-lit oasis for your workers to relax and recharge during breaks and lunch hours can enhance morale and ensure that your workforce remains happy and productive.

Shipping and Receiving Departments

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

Modular Conference Areas

For meetings, trainings, or client reception, modular offices are the perfect solution. Nearly every business needs a common meeting area and installing a modular conference facility can make a huge difference in your ability to conduct day-to-day business.

Modular Server Room Enclosures

Industrial plants and warehouses can be less than ideal environments for equipment like computer servers, routers and switches. For delicate equipment that needs to be deployed in dirty or dusty conditions, computer room enclosures can provide just the right amount of protection and security at a relatively low cost.

Laboratories

Very often, manufacturing, engineering, and scientific centers need separate spaces, or laboratories, for specific functions. A modular office can easily be installed to provide the infrastructure required to build a fully operational lab.

Modular Offices Near Me

To find out more about modular office capabilities and options, speak 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.

Raymond West's Sacramento facility serves the greater Sacramento area and other parts of Northern California, including Sacramento, Elk Grove, Auburn, Placerville, Vacaville, Fairfield, Sausalito, Napa, Santa Rosa, Redding, Eureka and all surrounding areas.

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