The parts are made of light and thin-walled profiles, with the advantage of lightweight, high strength, and less space. The components are all automated, continuous, and high-precision production. The structural specifications have the characteristics of serialization, finalization, and matching. Professional structure and complex design software can be installed by computer simulation. Factory manufacturing and site installation can be performed simultaneously with a small time difference. Above the foundation is the dry construction, no wet work. After galvanizing and coating, the steel structures have a beautiful appearance and anti-corrosion, which helps reduce the cost of enclosure and decoration. It is convenient to expand the column distance and provide larger separation space, which can reduce the story height and increase the building area (the residential area can reach 92%)—obvious advantages in adding floors, renovation, and reinforcement. Wall materials have a wide range of applications, especially the current lightweight wall panels, which use many lighting belts and have the right ventilation conditions. The indoor plumbing and electrical pipelines are all concealed in the wall and between the floors, with flexible layout and easy modification. Light steel buildings can be relocated, all materials can be recycled, no garbage is generated, and it is in line with sustainable development strategies. The light steel structure mostly adopts the steel frame structure composed of H-shaped steel, and the joints are connected by high-strength bolts (supplied by welding). The floor slab is covered with reinforced concrete on the profiled metal deck. Roof panels and exterior walls use color steel plates with thermal insulation cotton that integrate heat preservation and waterproofing. Advantages and disadvantages of Light Steel Structure House : High strength and lightweight. Uniform material and high reliability. Good plasticity and toughness. Convenient for mechanized manufacturing. Convenient installation and short construction period. Poor fire resistance. Poor rust resistance.

Light steel structure building is a kind of building system. It uses light hot-rolled or welded H-section steel, thin-wall section steel, steel plate, and steel pipe as load-bearing structures, and is enclosed with various decorative materials. The prefabricated steel building was produced in the workshop and installed on site. This structure can meet the specific use of the building and the space requirements of the lightweight, fully assembled steel structure building. The light steel structure has lightweight and uniform material, simple processing and manufacturing, a high degree of industrialization, convenient transportation and installation, saving materials, and a short construction period. The light steel structure has been widely used in general construction sites, agricultural, commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings, such as commercial warehouses, shops, garages, farmer’s markets, industrial plants, processing workshops, industrial warehouses, residential buildings, multi-story industrial plants, schools, hospitals, old buildings, and other buildings. Types of Light Steel Structure Building: Steel workshop and warehouse building Steel structure building with a width of 9-36 meters and a height of fewer than 12 meters. The primary load-bearing components of light steel workshops are composed of steel, including steel columns, steel beams, and steel structure foundations. The light steel warehouse is lightweight steel as the framework, corrugated single color sheet, or sandwich panel as the enclosure material. The components are connected by bolts, which are assembled and disassembled conveniently and quickly. Steel structure mezzanine floor The steel structure is used as the main load-bearing beam to connect the main wall or the supporting points at both ends of the shaft.The profiled floor deck is laid on the main structure, and then steel bars are laid to connect with the original structure around the planting bars, and finally, concrete is poured. Steel structure villa The main structural beams, columns, and shelf supports of the steel structure villa are composed of cold-formed thin-walled steel structures or composite beams. The steel structural components are lighter in weight, convenient for transportation, installation, assembly, disassembly, and expansion. Steel structure stairs Steel structure stairs use channel steel or H-shaped steel as ladder beams and checkered steel plates as steps. The ladder beam is the main structural component of the staircase. Railings are mostly in the form of diagonal lines parallel to the inclined beams of the stairs. It is characterized by small areas, convenient construction, random shape, and strong practicability. It can also be used for adding stories, renovation, reinforcement of old houses, areas with lack of building materials, areas with inconvenient transportation, tight construction schedules, portable demolition buildings, etc.

Tent poles are pretty durable, but they can still break or bend. It might be high winds or just accidentally stepping on one. But life happens, so what do you do if you need to replace a tent pole? This will depend in large part on your tent. Some modern tents have poles that are part of a connected system, so individual poles are hard to replace. If this is the case, you will need to order a complete replacement from the manufacturer. The plus to this is that many higher quality tents come with a lifetime warranty, so they will often replace it for free. If it is just a single pole that needs to be replaced, you can use replacement kits. These are usually fiberglass, which is heavier than aluminum but is better than having to throw your tent away. You will need to measure how long your existing pole is and cut the replacements to fit this length. Since tent poles are made up of multiple pieces that slot together, it is best to cut them all to the same length. Use a super fine hacksaw blade and cut halfway through. Then rotate the pole 90-degrees and finish the cut. Be extra careful, as you don't want the fiber glass to fray and split. To reduce the chances of the fibers fraying, wrap the part of the pole you want to keep with electrical tape just below where you are going to cut. Once all the pieces are cut, then you have to run the shock cord through each pole and connect to the end cap. I like to make a loop using a bowline knot as it fits through the middle of the poles better than a larger knot will.

A wedding is undoubtedly one of the most important ceremonies in life. Different countries and regions will have different customs and color preferences for weddings. Topindus is a wedding tent manufacturer with 12 years of experience. We have designed, manufactured, and erected wedding marquees of all levels. Whether it is a large wedding tent for 1000 people or a magnificent luxury wedding tent, we have extensive practical experience. Wedding tents are flexible in size, depending entirely on the venue and the number of people. The clear span ranges from 5m to 60m, the width is virtually unlimited, and is not affected by the terrain. We offer a complete range of tent accessories. This includes clear windows, glass walls, ABS walls, glass doors, roof linings, internal curtains, flooring systems, lighting systems, chairs, tables and much more. There can also be separate dressing areas, food preparation areas, welcome areas, portable toilets, etc. Materials of Wedding Party Tents Fabric: Double PVC coated polyester fabric, which is 750-900g per sqm, waterproof, UV resistant, and fire retardant according to standard NFPA701, CFM, and DIN4102 B1/M2 Frame: Hard pressed extruded aluminum 6061/T6, anodized surface finishing. Connections: Hot-DIP galvanized. If you want to buy party tents and more, just SEND your detailed product inquiry to our email. We will get back to you as soon as possible.

Hygiene Measures and Thirst Quenchers for Outdoor Events Portable hand washing stations ensure the water supply at music festivals or other open-air events. Whether for hand washing, dental hygiene or refilling empty drinking bottles: Fresh water is essential for such activities. REFRESHERS AND BEST HYGIENE All participants attending the event feel well cared for with portable drinking and washing facilities. By serving as effective refreshers on the event site and making hygiene possible, they also contribute to health. MOBILE HAND WASH BASINS Topindus have different facilities available for this purpose. Mobile hand-washing basin: Sufficient washing places create the best conditions for more cleanliness.

When it comes to hosting outdoor events, one of the most important things to consider is the comfort and convenience of your guests. Whether you're an event planner or a homeowner hosting a backyard party, you want to ensure that your guests have access to clean and comfortable restrooms. Fortunately, restroom trailers can give you all of that. A restroom trailer is a perfect solution for any outdoor event, and it offers comfort that regular portable toilets cannot match. This article will discuss what restroom trailers are, the different types of restroom trailers, their benefits, and their cost. We will also take a look at how to set up and run a restroom trailer. What Is A Restroom Trailer? A restroom trailer is a temporary restroom facility typically used for outdoor events such as festivals, backyard parties, and weddings. These luxury trailers provide the same level of convenience, comfort, and sanitation as permanent restrooms, with the added benefit of being mobile and easily transportable. They are also known as shower trailers, mobile restroom trailers, or portable bathroom trailers. These trailers are typically self-contained with their own water supply, waste storage tanks, air ventilation system, sink, countertop space, interior lighting, and other amenities depending on the chosen model. Some restroom trailers even have climate control systems to ensure guests stay comfortable in any weather conditions. Restroom trailers come in various designs and sizes, so it is important to find the right model for your event. Types Of Restroom Trailers The most common types of restroom trailers include standard and luxury models and ADA-compliant units. Standard Trailers Standard restroom trailers come equipped with basic amenities such as toilets, sinks, and countertops, providing a comfortable and convenient option for event attendees. These trailers are ideal for smaller events, where a larger and more luxurious restroom facility may not be necessary. With a standard restroom trailer, event planners can ensure that their guests have access to clean and well-maintained facilities without investing much money in a more expensive structure. Luxury Restroom Trailers Luxury restroom trailers are a step up from traditional portable toilets and offer a range of extra amenities to make your event or gathering more comfortable and convenient. These trailers come equipped with advanced climate control systems, so you and your guests can enjoy a comfortable environment, even on hot or cold days. One of the standout features of luxury restroom trailers is the private shower stalls. This is especially useful for outdoor events, festivals, and camping trips, where you might need access to traditional shower facilities. The changing rooms in these trailers are also convenient, providing a private and secure space to change clothes or freshen up. ADA-Compliant Restroom Trailers Ada-Compliant Restroom Trailers are similar to luxury restroom trailers but designed to meet the requirements of the American Disabilities Act (ADA). These ADA-compliant models feature wider doors and bathrooms to accommodate wheelchairs or wheelchair users. They also often feature grab bars in toilet areas and shower stalls for added safety. Ultimately, there is no wrong choice when selecting the best restroom trailer for your event—it simply depends on your needs, budget, and preferences. When selecting a restroom trailer for your event, make sure you consider factors such as size (number of guests), location (indoor/outdoor), weather conditions (heat/cold), desired amenities (showers/changing rooms), etc. Knowing these details will help you decide whether to rent or purchase a restroom trailer.

In many countries, shipping container homes are quite popular among homebuyers for a sustainable lifestyle. These homes have now become the trendiest living space across the world. Thanks to modern architecture and design! Homes in some countries have been built with shipping containers as they are eco-friendlier and more affordable than traditional buildings. The concept is mostly preferred in Western countries and port cities where container homes are popular include, Cape Town, China, New York, and Tokyo. However, prefab container homes are making a strong presence in India as well. In India, such homes are established in a few places like Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, and Jodhpur. There are multiple benefits if you go for a shipping container house. One of its most important key benefits is that it already comes with floors, walls, and a roof. You just need a good architect or a designer who will help you to customize your container home as per your requirement and combine multiple containers into a single dwelling. Due to increasing prices of building material, land shortages and environmental concerns, many people across the globe are looking for an alternative to the traditional bricks and mortar houses. And container homes are the most considerable housing concept they could ever have. Here are 5 reasons why container homes are so great: 1. Eco-friendly: Most of the people are yet unaware that the method used to manufacture cement, bricks and concrete is quite toxic to the environment. The structure of shipping container homes is made up of materials such as aluminum and steel, that can be easily recycled and does not harm the environment. If you build a container home, it needs very less concrete and that too just for its foundation. A major way to reduce the carbon footprint and save the mother Earth is through recycling. There are many things, including paper, glass, metals and plastic that can be easily recycled. However, when it comes to the shipping containers, the material used in its making could be recycled and is the best way to save the environment. In addition, these shipping container homes are movable and can be placed anywhere without harming nature and uprooting the trees. As compared to traditional buildings, it needs very less resources such as water and electricity for living. To turn the container home into an enviable eco-friendly home, one can do rainwater harvesting vegetable gardening. The shipping container homes are an answer to many of the problems related with home building and offer an eco-friendly approach to reusing existing materials. 2.Affordable: One of the major perks of buying container homes is that they are quite affordable. Depending on the requirements and material used, a container home will cost you less as compared to traditional homes. The elements used in making a shipping container home include a metal roof, exterior walls, and a metal frame that are cost savings. Buying a shipping container home will not only save your money but the time as well because these are built faster. On an average, the cost of constructing each unit in India is around Rs 5 lakhs. Moreover, if a person still wishes to build a traditional house, he needs to hire subcontractors for plumbing, painting, electrical and other works, ending up paying everyone separately for its construction. It is pertinent to mention that due to its less cost, many international non-governmental organizations (NGOs) have used the concept of shipping container homes to provide such houses to the homeless poor. 3.Movable: The shipping container homes are portable and can be moved easily anywhere. This is a major advantage that no other housing concept enjoys. It is built off-site in a factory environment and assembled on the final destination where one wishes to live. If you love travelling and want to explore different places and seasons, these homes with modern architecture are perfect for you. The container homes are designed in such a way that resists harsh climatic conditions. A container house can last long up to 25 years and even more if maintained properly. If it is well fabricated and finalized at a factory then the time of its construction at site will be lesser and economical. 4.Safe: These high-end container homes are as safe as traditional homes. Due to their structural stability, they can bear heavy load and deal with extreme weather conditions and natural disasters such as earthquakes and storms. The shipping containers can resist high winds even when they are not bolted. A container house can handle strong winds having speed up to 100 mph, which makes it a better choice for people living in areas with extreme weather conditions. In the past, some countries had built such shipping container homes at times of natural disasters for the homeless and poor people.

You see them (and have used them) at festivals, fairs, and outdoor areas, but do you know how porta-potties work? Porta-potties are a staple at any large outdoor event. In construction, they are required by law to be placed on job sites. These portable loos provide convenient access to a restroom, prevent contamination of the site, and help workers remain focused and comfortable on the job. While they aren't very pretty, porta-potties do get points for being functional and inexpensive to rent. They also save a lot of water – an estimated 45 million gallons a year – and they're better than squatting it out on a construction site. So, how do porta-potties work? Here's how they help you do your duty. Portable Toilet Design A porta-potty – also called a portable toilet, chemical toilet, or porta-john – consists of a translucent roof, vents, and a high-density body made of aluminum and polyethylene. On the inside of the compartment, there is a non-splash urinal, toilet seat, holding tank (usually 60 gallons), and a non-slip floor to prevent any messy accidents. Some units also contain a flushing mechanism and pressure system that help circulate water and chemicals inside the tank. Unlike outhouses, porta-potties are not connected to any plumbing or sewage and their primary purpose is to hold waste temporarily until it can be disposed of by a professional sanitation team. What is the Chemical Used Inside Portable Toilets? While there is no universal formula for the chemical inside a porta-potty, the five main ingredients inside that blue swamp are: Water Blue Dye Fragrance Surfactants Biocides and enzymes Dye is mixed into water to help hide the appearance of waste. Blue chemicals are the standard because they turn green after mingling with enough waste, indicating to workers that the chemicals inside are no longer effective and should be replaced. Fragrances are used to mask some of the foul smell. Bubblegum and cherry are two of the most commonly used scents. Surfactants placed in the concoction also help the fragrances dissolve better in water, helping the scent spread more uniformly throughout the unit. Biocides and enzymes are used in most modern porta-potty units is comprised of enzymes and microbes that feed on the odor-causing bacteria in human waste and speed up the decomposition of organic matter, making disposal easier later on. Porta-Potties and Weather While porta-potties are usually effective, weather can compromise them. Hotter temperatures can intensify odors emitted by waste bacteria, causing them to stink up the unit more quickly. To combat this, operators bump up the chemical-to-water ratio in the summer. While a porta-potty unit contains vents and can also reflect light to help reduce heat, it is also wise to move the unit to an area with less direct light and where there is more natural airflow. When weather is colder, on the other hand, a salty brine must be added to the chemical tank in order to prevent it from freezing. To do so, porta-potties include a clever salt-emission tool: as porta-potty patrons use the urinal, a cake of rock salt releases more brine into the tank to lower the freezing point of the chemical solution and prevent the formation of frozen excrement (which, needless to say, would make cleaning very difficult). How are Porta-Potties Emptied? Because they are self-containing, the waste in porta-potties needs to be removed by very dedicated people. On an average day, a sanitation worker will service 40 to 50 units, and porta-potties are cleaned on a weekly basis or approximately once every 100 uses. To empty the unit’s bowels, sanitation workers connect a vacuum directly to the holding tank or output hole if the unit has one. The vacuum suctions the waste into a large tanker truck that is equipped with a waste storage unit and a smaller freshwater tank. Once the waste is removed, workers fill the porta-potty holding tank with some fresh water, dye, and an enzyme solution. They then spray the walls, floors, seats, and urinals to clear bacteria and any doo that might have splashed around. Paper towels, toilet paper, hand sanitizers, and other supplies are restocked. The tanker truck then delivers the waste to a municipal treatment plant to be disposed of along with the waste from traditional plumbing systems. Are Porta-Potties Safe? Porta-potties are safe to use for your waste disposal needs, but they do have a messy reputation. Almost 75 percent of users feel that porta-potties are not a clean solution. 95 percent refuse to make any contact with the seat. The truth is, many porta-potties look unsanitary because they are not properly maintained. While bacteria for illnesses such as norovirus, shigellosis, salmonella, and hepatitis A can be caught from portable toilets, any individual can avoid being affected with proper hygiene and a healthy immune system. Studies even show that you are more likely to catch disease-carrying germs during a picnic than while you are using a porta-potty. As with other things, you should be fine using a porta-potty as long as you follow common sanitation practices. How about the safety of the chemicals inside a porta-potty? While portable toilets used to contain formaldehyde, the same chemical used to preserve human tissue, it has become outlawed in many states due to its toxicity, which can be dangerous to human health and have negative effects on the environment. Today, porta-potties use biocides that are non-toxic in its diluted form. What to Consider Before buy a Porta-Potty Portable toilets come in many shapes, sizes, and features. When renting a porta-potty, there are a few important factors to consider. Type of Project or EventThe event type will help determine the correct kind of portable toilet and how much rental time you need. For example, you can choose from standard porta-potties or upgrade to “luxury” trailers and climate-controlled units based on the project. Number of PeopleThe general rule of thumb is that there should be one porta-potty for every 40 to 60 people – if it's for a construction site, that ratio should be higher at one unit for every 20 workers. LocationIf you have more land to cover, you'll need to rent more units. The proximity of the unit to your event or construction site will also affect the delivery and maintenance costs. MaintenanceDepending on the length of your event, more regular maintenance might be required to keep the porta-potties clean. You'll also want to confirm that the company you choose upholds appropriate sanitation standards. Portable toilets have come a long way over the years. Some units now have marble walls, porcelain seats, flushing systems, and sanitation amenities. The bottom line: porta-potties provide an effective, safe, and inexpensive way to take care of your business. Looking for on-site solutions for your next construction project? Topindus offers a variety of portable toilets.

There are luxury portable toilets, and then there are Topindus Portable Bathroom Trailers. We offer a wide variety of portable restrooms that can accommodate just about any situation where bathroom trailers are needed. SIZE IS EVERYTHING WITH PORTABLE BATHROOMS Our portable bathroom trailers were designed with space in mind. For smaller events or parties at home, a mobile restroom can fit in the most challenging of spaces, and the trailers are elegant enough so that they can be discreetly placed on site. Large events often require multiple mobile restroom trailers to avoid long lines and crowds and provide guests with easy access to the facilities. Royal Restrooms offers a variety of portable restroom trailer options to best suit the event type and restroom needs. Portable Bathroom Requirements Make sure to see our extremely convincing testimonials page. We have made a lot of people happy. For more information about our industry leading portable bathrooms and service you can request a quote and reserve a unit for your event now or call one of the phone numbers to the right to talk to someone. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS Each portable bathroom trailer pulls no more than 20 amps and operates off of (1) 110-volt outlet (standard household outlet). Two for the Ten-Stall Restroom Trailer, or if the trailer has hot water. If power is not available onsite, a generator for your portable toilet trailer may be provided for an additional cost. Water may be supplied to portable toilet trailer by a regular water spigot and garden hose. If water is not available on site, onboard fresh water holding tanks will supply a limited amount of fresh water for an additional cost to the portable toilet trailer.

Who doesn't like the look of a high-end hotel bathroom? The shimmering fixtures. The dark wood tones and glossy counter finishes. Is that level of luxury available at an outdoor event? Believe it or not, the answer is yes. On the outside, a luxury portable toilet trailer might look like an ordinary trailer. But on the inside, features like faux wood floors, gleaming faucets, solid-surface countertops, and high-end light fixtures can look more like a five-star resort. Rent them for outdoor events, including weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, corporate retreats, and even movie sets. Why rent a luxury portable toilet trailer? There are times when a regular porta potty isn't going to fit the look and feel of an event. Even shiny new porta potties won't hit the mark. That's where a luxury portable toilet trailer comes in. Get high-end detailing and a more polished interior. Provide more space. And have convenient features like running water and flushing toilets. (Note: You'll need water hookup nearby.) It's basically a full interior bathroom at outdoor events. (Or glamping, anyone?) Accommodate groups Luxury portable toilet trailers are available with multiple stalls (up to 10 in one trailer). Accommodate groups of people, so going to the restroom becomes an extension of the event. How many conversations are sparked in front of a bathroom sink? How many friends have conversations between stalls, or while waiting for a stall to become free? Provide a bathroom experience that's more like a traditional restroom. Room for grooming Ever tried to check your hair in a traditional porta potty? Not easy. Assuming there's even a mirror. Portable toilet trailers typically have well-lit mirrors and large counters where guests can fix their hair, re-apply makeup, and even brush their teeth if they want! Brides and bridesmaids will have extra space before and after a wedding ceremony. In fact, a restroom trailer is a perfect place to get ready for the ceremony if there are no other enclosed locations nearby. More space When was the last time you wrangled a toddler in a traditional porta potty? (Hopefully never?) Good luck with that. Most standard-sized portable toilets are cramped and hard to use with small children. They're also not ideal for people with limited mobility or those who have a hard time navigating tight spaces. Portable toilet trailers have more space for standing, moving, turning, hand washing and helping little ones use the restroom. Improved cleanliness Raise your hand if you've ever been in a porta potty with no soap or hand sanitizer. Luxury portable toilet trailers typically include full-sized sinks with running water and soap dispensers, so guests can wash up effectively. They also have countertops and hooks, so guests can safely set personal belongings aside while using the restroom. There's less risk of dropping a phone or wallet on the floor (or worse, inside a toilet!). Additional hand sanitizing stations are also available in most areas. Portable toilet trailer features The event location may play a part in whether you can rent a luxury portable toilet trailer. Water and electricity hookups are needed for most trailers. However, even remote areas like campsites usually have some kind of access to water and power. (Pro tip: Many venues and parks will even list water and power availability on their website.) At bare minimum, a restroom trailer will usually include: Flushable toilets to make the trailer feel like being in an indoor restroom. Heating and air conditioning to keep the temperature comfortable. Running water that functions like indoor sinks. Recessed lighting to provide flattering illumination and enhance safety (and no dropping your phone in the toilet!). High-end mirrors to add a luxe feel and make the space more useful for grooming. Faux wood flooring to make the restroom look and feel more permanent. Solid surface countertops that are easy to clean and provide a convenient place to store belongings. Restroom trailers come in different sizes and with different features. Some are as small as single stall units while others are large enough to accommodate separate men's and women's rooms. There are many options when it comes to portable toilets for events. Give us a call to find out the right portable toilets.

You can say that a shipping container home is a type of prefab home. It is built off-site and can be transported. But there are some essential differences. The key difference, in a nutshell, is that a shipping container is not intrinsically designed to be a house. It is adopted. On the other hand, prefab homes are designed to be dwellings. This poses some important differences that we need to consider. In this article, we will make a complete comparison between the two types of homes and give you enough food for thought to make your conclusions. Prefab Home A prefabricated house that can be assembled in a factory and then shipped to the site. It’s made from pre-cut, ready-to-assemble prefab panels and other materials put together on-site as a prefab shell. The advantage over traditional construction methods is speed: it takes less time to build than conventional building techniques. A prefabrication kit may contain all the components needed for all rooms such as kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, etc. Custom prefabricated homes are an excellent choice for those who want to build their own dream home. They're also a great option if you don't have the time or resources to build a custom home. You'll save money because there aren't too many parts involved. Plus, you get exactly what you want when you buy a prefabricated home. If you like something about it, you can change it later (modular homes). On top of that, you can always modify the plans to suit your specific requirements. Shipping Container Home Shipping containers have long been used as an inexpensive way to transport goods around the world. They were originally designed by shipbuilders who wanted more space onboard ships so they could store cargo without having to load bulky items into smaller spaces. In recent years, many people have taken up this idea and started using them as makeshift homes. These houses come in various sizes and shapes depending upon their intended use. Some are small enough to fit inside a standard truck while others require special trucks to move them. There are also some larger versions available. Most of these types of buildings are usually built out of steel frames covered with plywood or corrugated metal sheets. Many of these structures are modular meaning you can take pieces off and add to your structure at any point during its life cycle. This makes it easy to expand if need be. A lot of people think that shipping containers are just big boxes. However, they provide several benefits, including customizing them according to your needs. For example, you can choose between different designs, colors, and even finishes. Moreover, you can make changes whenever you feel necessary. Another benefit is that you will never run out of storage space. Since they are large, you won’t find yourself running short of space anytime soon. And lastly, they are pretty durable, though not as durable as prefab homes. Differences Between Manufactured Homes and Shipping Container Homes As mentioned, there are a lot of differences between manufactured homes and shipping container homes. Manufactured homes are typically constructed from prefab panels and modules. Shipping container homes are mostly made from steel frames covered in corrugated metal sheets. Also, most manufactured homes are permanent dwellings whereas shipping container homes are meant to be moved. Manufactured homes are generally very heavy-duty homes that are built from panel walls of composite materials. This is a big difference from the shipping containers because the latter are not as structurally durable (they are not meant to be homes by design.) On the other hand, shipping container homes are cheaper than manufactured homes. Their prices range from $10,000 to $40,000. They are portable which allows you to relocate them wherever you wish. Unlike manufactured homes, they allow you to customize them to meet your own personal preferences. It's possible to transform them into whatever type of house you desire. You can build decks over them, install windows, doors, and appliances. Either way, there are no limits when it comes to designing your own custom shipping container home.

our construction crew is hard at work to make your vision a reality — but as the workers complete your project, you will also need to erect a temporary infrastructure to keep them comfortable, safe, healthy, and productive. Hand wash stations are one of the most essential components of any setup on a construction site, yet they are often no more than an afterthought. What should you know about hand wash stations at construction sites to ensure that the workers can carry their jobs out smoothly, while you know beyond a shadow of a doubt that you are following regulations? Why Are Handwash Stations So Important on Construction Sites? The importance of handwashing has been drilled into every single one of us in recent times, but the legal requirement to provide adequate hand wash stations on construction sites is far from new. Indeed, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has long required that construction crews be offered ample opportunity to wash their hands properly — with safe running water and soap. In addition, construction crews should be able to dry their hands with either single-use paper towels or with warm-air hand dryers. Hand washing matters on construction sites for some of the same reasons it is so crucial in every other setting, but also for some additional reasons. It goes without saying that: Construction workers need to be able to wash their hands after using a portable toilet. Construction workers need to be given access to hand wash stations before they eat, drink, or smoke. Construction workers need to be able to wash their hands before they go home. Preventing the spread of germs and maintaining personal hygiene are not the only motivating factors, here. Construction workers also routinely come into contact with hazardous materials over the course of a normal working day. Solvents, various kinds of dust, paint, coatings, mold, and other harmful substances can come into contact with a construction worker’s hands, and they all need to be washed off with running water and soap. Workers need to be able to wash their hands to protect their skin and their general health from contact with hazardous materials, as well as to prevent cross-contamination that may put the progress of the work in jeopardy. In addition, workers with small injuries such as cuts or scrapes will instantly turn to hand wash stations to clean their wounds. While hand sanitizing stations, which offer alcohol-based hand sanitizers rather than running water and soap, can be an acceptable alternative when the goal is to stop germs in their tracks, the same cannot be said for hazardous substances. This is why portable sinks are a must on construction sites. Construction sites may still wish to offer hand sanitizing stations in addition to portable handwash stations, but hand sanitizer simply cannot replace soap, water, and towels. How Many Hand Wash Stations Does a Construction Site Need? How many handwash stations should you install on your construction site? That depends on the nature of the project. In general, you require one hand wash station for every 20 employees to comply with OSHA regulations, and you will want to round that number up. That means, for instance, that a job site with 55 workers will need three handwashing stations. Should the site have regular visitors, additional handwash stations should be added to cater to their needs. What Else Should You Take Into Consideration? Hand wash stations should be easily accessible and placed wherever a construction worker might require them. They should be separate from portable toilets but located nearby. Hand wash stations should offer, in addition to running water and soap, skin cleansing agents wherever relevant, a reliable means for workers to dry their hands (disposable paper towels or air dryers), and a place to dispose of paper towels. They must also be labeled clearly. Where necessary, portable handwash stations can provide warm water as well as cold running water. In cases where workers routinely come into contact with hazardous substances or they will be working longer shifts, providing shower trailers is another option to consider. These portable showers allow workers to rid themselves of all the dust and solvents they come into contact with on the job. Are you not sure how many handwash stations you need at your construction site? Are you worried about the need to install and maintain handwash stations? You don't need to think about the technical questions when you work with Topindus.