Temporary buildings, also known as temporary structures or modular buildings are a quick and easy solution for increasing storage space or warehousing. The absence of foundation requirements streamlines construction and they can be easily relocated or extended as required by businesses.
Depending on the building specification, temporary structures can be clad with either single skin steel walling or insulated sandwich panels which slot into the framework. Both options offer a high level of thermal efficiency.
Save Energy in Your Temporary Industrial Building
Whether you operate a manufacturing company that needs warehouse space to store raw materials or finished products, or a construction firm that requires additional workshop space for preparing equipment and constructing buildings, Lauralu’s temporary industrial building structures are the ideal solution. The structures can be delivered and assembled quickly, saving time and money. Plus, they’re designed with safety, quality and functionality in mind, aligning them with modern ecological standards.
Designed to be deployed rapidly, the temporary buildings can be built on hard standing surfaces without the need for groundworks or foundations. They can also be easily extended, modified or removed when required. And with a range of sizes and standard eave heights to choose from, there’s a temporary building to suit every need. The structures are insulated and have BS EN 1991-1-3:2003 – General Actions (Snow Loads) accreditation, meaning that they’re engineered to withstand the UK’s maximum snow and wind loadings. For more information, visit the website.
Choosing Energy-Efficient Lights
Lighting in industrial settings can be a tricky balance between energy efficiency and providing enough illumination. Using a few simple industrial lighting energy best practices can help you find the right solution for your needs.
Choose LED lights when possible. These types of light use less current and have a higher lumen output per watt than other options like halogen or incandescent. Also consider installing occupancy sensors. These can be installed on almost any type of fixture and will automatically turn the lights off when they aren’t being used.
Choosing the right power distribution system is also crucial. Look for products that have low resistance and will allow you to run long strings of lights without experiencing voltage loss. Duraline offers a number of wet location power distribution solutions that are ideal for construction projects and temporary lighting applications. These products make it easy to safely distribute power to your work lights while saving energy.
Choosing Energy-Efficient Heating
Temporary industrial buildings are designed to be durable, ensuring they can withstand the demands of their intended use. They are also built to meet specific standards, such as meeting safety regulations and adhering to snow and wind loadings.
As a result, they require less energy for heating than permanent buildings. However, it is important to choose the right type of heating in order to save even more energy.
The best type of heating for temporary industrial buildings is insulation, which helps to reduce condensation in the building. Condensation is the main cause of energy loss in temporary buildings, and reducing it can help to reduce energy consumption.
Aside from insulating, there are other simple ways to save energy in temporary industrial buildings. For example, using natural light instead of artificial lights can reduce energy use. Additionally, implementing a ventilation system can also cut energy consumption. This is because it will prevent the need for heating or air conditioning, saving energy in the process.
Choosing Energy-Efficient Cooling
With increasing concern about global warming and limits in our planet’s resources, many facility managers are seeking ways to curb unnecessary consumption of energy. It’s easy to mismanage energy in temporary buildings due to a variety of design and daily operations choices. Lighting alone accounts for 20% of commercial consumption. Opting for CFLs (compact fluorescent lamps) over incandescent bulbs can reduce your energy consumption by a quarter. Energy efficient windows are also available, designed to reduce heat gain in the summer and retain warmth in winter.
These cost-effective efforts will help you decrease your facility’s energy usage and costs without interfering with day-to-day operations. By choosing energy efficient lights, heating, and cooling equipment, minimizing air infiltration, upgrading your HVAC system, and using reflective roof coatings, you can start seeing immediate reductions in energy use and costs.
