Mobile storage buildings: Efficient solutions for companies in challenging times

Quick and sound decisions are the key to a company’s economic survival, especially in unpredictable times. This applies, for example, in cases of extreme weather conditions and natural disasters such as flooding and storm damage, as well as during unexpected pandemic-related fluctuations in demand. Companies that act according to well-prepared disaster plans when such situations arise can cope better with crises and extreme conditions and look confidently to the future.

An important aspect included in disaster plans is the option of a rapid and cost-effective expansion of storage and operational space, in order to ensure swift growth or to protect stock levels optimally. This is precisely where mobile buildings provide the ideal solution.

Security in turbulent times: mobile storage buildings as protection against extreme weather conditions

Heatwave, cold wave, heavy rainfall, hail damage, wildfire, storm, hurricane, tornado and typhoon, flooding, drought and water scarcity – all of these are extreme weather events that are occurring more frequently worldwide. Extreme weather is understood as a significant deviation from typical local values of temperature, precipitation or wind. A weather event that causes severe damage is also classified as extreme weather.

Although extreme weather events are still statistically rare, a single occurrence is enough to cause devastating damage. History has already shown us this through weather disasters across the globe. Examples include Hurricane Katrina, which struck the USA in 2005, the flood disaster in Germany in 2021 in the Ahr Valley, and the widespread wildfires in Greece in 2021 or Canada in 2023 – to name just a few.

But what do climate change and the increase in extreme weather conditions mean for companies? A downturn in business activity and financial losses, supply shortages, disruptions in supply chains or damage to production buildings are just some of the many negative impacts of climate change on businesses. The growing likelihood of extreme weather phenomena is therefore also forcing companies to take action.

Mitigate economic risks: temporary buildings in times of economic uncertainty

In addition to weather-related extremes, companies must also repeatedly cope with periods of economic crisis. Today’s economy is characterised by rapidly changing conditions; the status quo can already be outdated tomorrow. This forces companies to respond just as quickly to these changes and to plan on a short-term basis.

Beyond this fast pace, companies are also affected by other economic uncertainties triggered by financial crises or similar phenomena. Among the greatest uncertainties for businesses in recent history were the coronavirus pandemic and the war in Ukraine.

The coronavirus crisis and the associated lockdowns had severe impacts on companies. The conflict between Ukraine and Russia led to sharply rising energy and purchasing costs, supply bottlenecks and high inflation. Periods of crisis on this scale can result in entire markets suddenly collapsing. To be prepared for economically uncertain times, more and more companies are relying on the development of multiple crisis plans.

To minimise the effects of negative economic developments and environmental changes, many companies turn to temporary buildings and storage tents.

The reasons for this are varied and easy to explain: during an emergency situation, finding short-term available storage space is often very difficult. In addition, there are further operational and financial challenges if the required space is not available on the company premises. With mobile storage buildings, companies can, in a short time and at minimal cost, protect valuable stock directly on site from moisture and quickly and appropriately respond to unexpected events or economic fluctuations.

Mobile storage buildings are constructed using lightweight design, are quickly available, can be assembled in a short time, and are also easy to dismantle. These characteristics provide companies with numerous advantages:

Time and cost savings

Temporary buildings are manufactured using a modular construction system. This method enables very quick and straightforward assembly, saving companies valuable time. An average, medium-sized mobile storage building can be completed in less than a week. As a result, business operations only need to be interrupted briefly or, in many cases, hardly at all. The acquisition costs are also manageable compared to solid construction methods.

Maximum flexibility

Mobile buildings are often the perfect solution for industry and commerce: they are suitable for short-term or long-term storage, as mobile industrial shelters or workshops. However, temporary buildings are also suitable for many other areas such as logistics, waste management or retail. This is primarily due to the great flexibility offered by temporary buildings. They can easily be connected to one another or attached to existing buildings. Retrofitting and expansion are also possible at any time.

Comprehensive protection during severe weather

Significant loads can act on a storage building depending on its location. For this reason, all locally typical snow and wind loads are taken into account when planning a mobile storage building. Legal standards and regulations are also complied with. Our mobile storage buildings are designed for wind and snow loads in accordance with DIN EN 13782 (temporary structure) and DIN EN 1991 (permanent structure).

Umweltfreundlichere Lösung

The material requirement of a mobile storage building is low; in addition, the durable aluminium frame is reusable and recyclable at the end of its life cycle. A change of location is also no problem for mobile buildings – if the building is no longer needed, it can easily be erected at another site. All these aspects also make mobile storage buildings score highly in terms of sustainability.

Is a mobile building the ideal solution for your company? Then it now only comes down to ensuring that when choosing the building you pay attention to both quality and cost-effectiveness. Only in this way will you benefit in the long term from your new building. Thanks to the high level of customisability of temporary buildings, a wide range of applications arise for every use case.

We have put together some expertise for you on what to look out for when purchasing mobile storage buildings:

• Product advice, service and after-sales support: Nobody knows their product as well as the manufacturer themselves. You receive a product that is precisely tailored to your requirements and the site-specific regulations of your region, ensuring that your building complies with the applicable building regulations. Even after purchase, you can rely on competent expertise.
• Budget-oriented customisability: Thanks to many years of expertise and holistic expertise, we tailor our offer individually to the needs of your company. With the help of bespoke quotation calculations, we are able to create the optimal offer for every budget.
• Quality assurance: ISO certifications and CE markings provide information about the origin of raw materials and the warranty conditions.
• Delivery times: Manufacturers have shorter delivery times, particularly for standardised buildings. You have a single point of contact who liaises directly with the development department, production, order processing and construction management in order to optimise the process.

Conclusion: Start working out your action plan today.

The development of an emergency plan has now become as much a part of many companies as the preparation of the annual financial plan. This is because economically uncertain times as well as increasing extreme weather conditions can threaten the continued existence of one’s own company. Protecting oneself against these risks and taking precautions is nowadays unavoidable for many businesses.

With temporary buildings, you can prepare for sudden storage requirements or necessary building extensions. Mobile storage buildings are for many companies a quick and cost-effective way to bridge uncertain times. In addition, as a company you can react ad hoc to changing conditions with mobile storage solutions. As a leading manufacturer of mobile buildings, HTS TENTIQ supports you at all times with a storage solution tailored to your needs and is happy to answer any questions you may have on this topic.