Product Overview
Elevate your property portfolio with our Premium 20ft Expandable
Container House, distinguished by its sleek, modern dark grey
horizontal siding. This contemporary design is tailored for
forward-thinking clients who appreciate a minimalist,
industrial-chic aesthetic combined with practical, space-saving
functionality. The sophisticated dark grey exterior, sharply
contrasted by clean white structural trims and elegant double glass
doors, makes it an ideal architectural addition for urban
residential expansions in Santiago, modern suburban developments in
Buenos Aires, or contemporary coastal properties. The integrated
platform deck allows for an immediate outdoor living space,
seamlessly connecting the comfort of the expanded indoors with the
beauty of the surrounding environment.
Engineered by the industry experts at Global House (Suzhou) Co.,
Ltd., this unit exemplifies the highest standards of transformable
modular construction. Built with a high-strength galvanized steel
frame and premium insulated composite panels, it provides
outstanding thermal regulation, ensuring the interior remains cool
during South American summers and warm during cooler mountainous
evenings. The weather-resistant dark grey cladding is specifically
treated to withstand UV radiation and moisture, preventing fading
and degradation over time.
The true brilliance of this housing solution lies in its innovative
expandable configuration. Designed to overcome the logistical
challenges often associated with delivering large housing units to
remote or densely populated areas in South America, this 20ft
expandable container house maximizes shipping efficiency. It
travels as a standard-sized container, but once placed on your
foundation, the sides fold outward to create a massive living
space. The pre-hinged roof and floor sections lock securely into
place, allowing for a rapid, hassle-free setup process that takes
only a fraction of the time required for traditional construction.
The spacious, unfolded interior, illuminated by well-placed
windows, serves as an excellent foundation for a variety of
applications, from a high-end remote workspace to a primary
residential annex. Global House (Suzhou) Co., Ltd. has successfully
created a premier expandable building solution that perfectly meets
the evolving needs of the modern market.
Specifications & Loading Capacity
| Type | Extended Size L*W*H (mm) | Folded Size L*W*H (mm) | Area | 40HQ Loading | Shipping Weight |
|---|
| 10FT Model | 2950 * 6480 * 2480 | 2950 * 2200 * 2480 | 20 m² | 4 SETS | ~1.8 - 2.0 Tons |
| 20FT Model | 5900 * 6480 * 2480 | 5900 * 2200 * 2480 | 38.2 m² | 2 SETS | 3.4 Tons |
| 30FT Model | 9000 * 6480 * 2480 | 9000 * 2200 * 2480 | 58.3 m² | 1 SET | ~4.5 Tons |
| 40FT Model | 11800 * 6480 * 2480 | 11800 * 2200 * 2480 | 76.4 m² | 1 SET | 5.4 Tons |
Detailed Material Specifications
- Main Steel Frame: Q235 Hot-dip galvanized steel, 2.5mm - 3.0mm thickness, with 6mm
corner head liner plates for maximum structural safety.
- Wall Panels: External wall: 75mm EPS sandwich panel standard (Upgradable to
Rock Wool for premium fire resistance). Internal partition: 50mm
EPS sandwich panel.
- Roof System: External top: 0.35mm corrugated color steel sheet. Insulation:
50mm EPS sandwich panel. Internal ceiling: 200-type aesthetic
ceiling board.
- Flooring: Subfloor: 18mm fireproof magnesite board (moisture-proof &
insect-resistant). Surface: 2.0mm wear-resistant PVC floor leather
(Upgradable to 4.0mm SPC flooring).
- Doors & Windows (Optional Upgrade): PVC casement windows (with anti-insect screens) + Aluminum
security door.
Available Upgrades: Broken bridge aluminum entrance doors (double glass), KFC doors,
aluminum alloy sliding doors, broken bridge aluminum windows,
plastic steel sliding windows, ceiling-to-floor glass windows, etc.
Color Customization: Wall panel colors: White, Red Wooden, Dark Gray. Frame colors:
White, Black, Dark Gray. Optional: 16mm metal carved board as
exterior wall decoration.
Target Applications
Project Camps (construction dormitories, site canteens, modular
restrooms); Office Spaces (mobile office units, field command
centers, temporary meeting rooms); Emergency Housing (post-disaster
resettlement, refugee shelters, affordable pods); Utility Buildings
(security booths, temporary clinics, mobile convenience stores).
How It Works (4-Step Deployment)
1. Unloading: Lift the folded unit onto leveled, hardened ground or simple
concrete piers.
2. Unfolding Wings: Release the safety latches, lift the two roof sections in
sequence, and then lower the floor sections.
3. Fixing Walls: Push the folded side walls outward to a vertical position and
install the corner connectors.
4. Sealing: Apply prefabricated sealing strips and high-quality structural
adhesive at joints to ensure a weather-tight finish.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Are you a manufacturing factory or a trading company? Where is
your factory located?
A: We are a direct manufacturing factory. Our plant is located in
Zhenze Town, Wujiang County, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province, China.
We welcome global clients and third-party inspection agencies to
visit us at any time.
Q2: What is the lifespan of this container house? Is it stable
under extreme weather?
A: Under standard conditions, the galvanized steel frame has a
lifespan of 15 to 20 years. Structurally, it is extremely safe;
when properly anchored to a foundation, it can resist winds up to
200km/h and withstand up to a magnitude-9 earthquake outside.
Q3: Can the electrical and plumbing systems meet my local country's
strict compliance standards?
A: Yes. We regularly export to regions with strict compliance
requirements. We can pre-install electrical wiring, sockets, and
plumbing systems that fully meet specific local certifications
(such as CE for Europe or AU/NZS for Australia and New Zealand) to
ensure fast council approval.
Q4: How long does it take to build? Do I need professional
engineers?
A: No professional technicians are needed. We provide comprehensive
installation videos and manuals. Generally, 2 workers can master
the operation and complete a standard room setup within about 3
hours using basic lifting equipment.
Q5: What is your standard delivery time?
A: Delivery time depends on order quantities and customization. For
standard sizes and configurations, delivery preparation generally
takes 15 to 20 days after receiving the deposit (with standard
scaling varying within 5-15 days depending on exact queue lines).
Q6: What should I provide to get a customized layout or design
scheme?
A: It's very easy! If you have a sketch drawing or reference photo,
you can send it to us directly. If not, simply notify us of your
requirements, such as the total area, target usage, room/sanitary
layout, and material preferences, and our design team will provide
a detailed scheme and quotation.
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