Shipping Container Conversions and Container Modifications
Portable Space’s container conversion service is carried out entirely in-house, from designing modifications to a shipping container to suit individual requirements using the latest CAD technology, to building it and fitting services such as water, electricity and communications equipment.
Shipping containers are manufactured to strict ISO standards with an extremely strong and robust structure capable of being loaded with 30 tonnes and stacked nine units high. Containers are a cost-effective and readily available building block to convert and modify for a wide range of new projects.
A range of features can be included from a simple door or window to more complicated configurations. The skilled in-house team of welders, carpenters, floor layers, paint sprayers and electricians produce designs that maintain the plating certificates which enables the container to be delivered worldwide by international container transport.
Each conversion project is unique – but our experienced team will help turn your vision into reality. Learn more about the journey and stages of taking your container concept to completion.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- What is a Container Conversion?
A container conversion is a modular building or portable accommodation unit that has been constructed using the ISO 20ft or 40ft shipping container as a building block.
- How long does it normally take to convert a shipping container?
Depending on complexity, once the final drawings are agreed, typical build time is between two and ten weeks. We cannot agree an exact date until you actually place an order and we raise a proforma invoice which would need to be paid by return to guarantee the agreed date.
- Is the container conversion work carried out in-house?
We have a specialist in-house team of welders, carpenters, floor layers, paint sprayers and electricians which means that our work can be monitored throughout the conversion process to ensure it meets our high quality standards.
- Can I come and see my container being converted?
By prior appointment, you are welcome to come along to our Suffolk headquarters and see how your container conversion is progressing. You will need to wear protective clothing and time in the workshop will be limited as otherwise it could affect our works programme.
Testimonials
Dealing with Portable Space was a breath of fresh air. They immediately understood what we needed and delivered it at a competitive price too. I can honestly say that we have not had a single quality issue and the customer service has been excellent.
Case Study: Durable shipping containers make ideal housing for latest radar technology
STANDARD LAYOUTS FOR SALE
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Shipping Container Cafe
(QF: 1200)
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Container Garden Room
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Cladded Container Garden Room
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Container Home Office
(QF: 1205)
OUR PROCESS
Our experienced container conversion team work with you to turn your vision into reality.
Each conversion project is unique but we have a tried and tested process that we follow to ensure project success. This process starts from your initial enquiry through to quotation, scheduling, the conversion services and delivery to site.
Container Conversion Journey – Concept to Completion >
CONVERSION DESIGN & CONFIGURATION
We use our experience from hundreds of conversion projects to help you design and configure your container conversion to achieve the intended result in the most cost-effective way.
Our checklist of configuration options includes fabrication, doors, windows, plumbing, electrics, lighting, heating, cooling, floor covering, insulation, painting and CSC plating.
Free Container Café Conversion Brochure
Get inspired by our recent café conversion projects, explore design options, and read our FAQs and customer testimonials.
