Load-Bearing Modular Construction Answers the Call for Usable Vertical Warehouse Space

Don’t Waste Useable Space – See the Benefits of Roof-Top Capacity with Load-Bearing Modular Buildings

Where can you combine space, versatility, strength, and adaptability into one structure? Load-bearing modular buildings are the answer. They offer an excellent option for quickly and effectively solving warehouse space constraints. Load-bearing modular buildings are distinct from standard modular buildings because they are designed with reinforced roof joists to allow for load-bearing use whereas traditional modular office buildings are designed for single-level use only.

The load-bearing modular building is uniquely constructed to support roof-level activity such as additional storage for production or maintenance equipment, parts inventory, office/breakroom space, and/or providing a vision deck to oversee operations. Because they are prefabricated, they offer a cost-effective remedy to warehouse space constraints and can be implemented quickly with minimal disruption to your operations. The modular design is pre-engineered reducing design costs required for similar load-bearing structures.

Benefits of Load-Bearing Modular Buildings

There are many reasons to consider load-bearing modular buildings when you need extra space, including:

Considerable Financial Savings – A one-time investment in a load-bearing modular building is considerably less expensive than paying monthly or annual rent on separate spaces. Going up is less expensive than an expansion to existing structures. Plus, your modular space can be built to satisfy your specific needs rather than fitting your needs into an existing space.

Save Time and Increase Productivity – Setting up your load-bearing modular building within your facility or in close proximity to your existing operations means that it’s easier to keep all operations in-house, minimizing travel time and expenses and eliminating wait times associated with traveling to an offsite location.

Easy and Hassle-Free Relocation – In the event that you do actually need to embark on a macro expansion of operations and consolidate all aspects of one area of work into one location, modular load-bearing buildings can be broken down or moved for easy relocation to another facility. This is an especially advantageous benefit for modular buildings that have specific temperature needs or environmental applications, such as cleanrooms, medical isolation rooms,  or dust-control rooms.

Easily Modified and Reconfigured – Many types of load-bearing modular buildings can be reconfigured based on shifting and evolving design needs. Space at the top or the bottom can be reoriented to offer more or less space for specific applications like storage, management offices, tool cribs, modular breakrooms, and more. Buildings can be later outfitted with additional features to accommodate new condition-related needs for temperature, storage, filtration, etc.

Fully Customizable – Modular buildings can be designed and built to your exact specifications, whether you just need some open-air storage or comprehensive plumbing, HVAC, electrical, flooring, and other application-specific functions. These buildings come ready-made to help you quickly accommodate your specific expansion needs.

Applications for Load-Bearing Modular Buildings

There are many dual-purpose scenarios in which load-bearing modular office buildings may prove useful. Any situation in which you need a small amount of versatile space can be met with these structures, such as:

• Top-level storage and ground-level office buildings
• Vision deck with workspace underneath
• Cafeteria, breakroom, and office space
• Workshop and project management space
• Quality control Inspection areas and cleanrooms
• Vehicle and equipment maintenance space
• Extra space for meetings and conferences

Many of these buildings can be shipped in less than a week for quick and easy implementation. Quick-ship modular buildings are designed to be put together in a matter of days, so you don’t waste time waiting to expand your facility’s operations.

Let WOI Help You Bear the Load

WOI is a licensed general contractor (GC)  and has been helping businesses just like yours quickly and easily integrate load-bearing and standard modular office buildings for over 23 years. WOI has been at the forefront of this business and with our full-service approach, we will work with you to design the best building for your needs, handle the ordering details, install the building, and guarantee your certificate of occupancy (CO). Our team completes 60+ modular building installations in an average year.

We are ready to help you assess your needs and come up with the best possible solution. With our 5 Step Total Satisfaction Experience™, you are guaranteed that we will 1. Listen to your needs, 2. Execute your project with special attention to your unique application, 3. Stick to project timelines, 4. Ensure a safe environment, and 5. Pay close attention to the appearance of the finished product. The WOI team will walk you through each stage of the process and provide expert customer service to deliver great results and peace of mind. Contact a member of our team today and let’s chat or Zoom. Call (865) 540-4004 for a prompt response. We proudly serve customers in Tennessee, Alabama, and throughout the Southeast.