Can Modular Buildings Handle The Wind Load In My Area?
Ninety-one years ago, the highest surface wind speed ever officially recorded was 372 km/h (231 mph; 103 m/s) at the Mount Washington (New Hampshire) Observatory in the US on 12 April 1934, using a heated anemometer. The anemometer, specifically designed for use on Mount Washington, was later tested by the US National Weather Bureau and […]
What Is Swing Space And Why Are Modular Buildings A Good Solution?
Construction swing space refers to a designated temporary area utilized to accommodate occupants, equipment, or operations during significant renovation, remodeling, or construction activities. Typically employed in scenarios where existing facilities cannot continue to function without disruption, swing space is a crucial solution to maintain workflow and ensure minimal interruption to daily operations. This temporary space […]
10 Ways Modular Buildings Will Save You Money: Part 3 Assembly Lines & Modular Construction
There are several reasons why modular buildings are up to 20% less costly than conventional stick-built structures. In this installment, we examine the third reason behind the cost savings associated with modular buildings: assembly lines + modular construction. The assembly line concept found mass acceptance during the Industrial Revolution, an idea built upon hundreds of […]
10 Ways Modular Buildings Will Save You Money: Part 2 Weather Delays
There are several reasons why modular buildings are up to 20% less costly than conventionally built structures. In this installment, we will examine the second reason behind the cost savings associated with modular buildings: Reduced Weather Delays. Weather delays are a constant concern for construction projects, so much so that many construction contracts demand that […]
What Is A Modular Building?
A modular building is a structure built in prefabricated modules or components. These modules are manufactured in a factory and then transported to the construction site for assembly. The assembly process typically involves stacking or connecting these modules to create a complete building. Here are some key characteristics and advantages of modular buildings: Factory Production Modular […]
Anadarko Wolf Camp Workforce Housing
Project description Project Title Anadarko Wolf Camp Location Mentone, Texas Building Use Commercial Square Footage square feet Construction Timeline weeks
10 Ways Modular Buildings Will Save You Money: Part 1 Construction Financing
There are several reasons why modular buildings are up to 20% less costly than conventional stick-built structures. In this installment, we will examine the first reason behind the cost savings associated with modular buildings: Construction Financing. Typical modular construction timelines are around 50% faster than conventional site-built construction. A quicker construction timeline creates several financing […]
The Coldest Weather Of The Year Doesn’t Affect Modular Construction
The coldest air of the winter season has now overtaken the Midwest and Northeast. Record low temperatures and snowfalls are being recorded across the northern parts of the country. Areas of Northern Minnesota are expecting record-setting frigid temperatures as low as 49 degrees below zero this week. Erie, Pennsylvania, received as much as 24 inches […]
Klein ISD Flex School
Project description Project Title Klein ISD Flex School Location Klein, Texas Building Use School Square Footage square feet Construction Timeline weeks
KIPP Journey Campus
Palomar Modular Buildings has completed construction of a new addition to the KIPP Journey Campus in Houston, Texas. The addition features 4 buildings 40 modules that house classrooms, restrooms, and a large office area. Project Title KIPP Journey Campus Location Houston, Texas Building Use School Square Footage 34,800 square feet Construction Timeline weeks