Despite there being some confusion over what temporary might mean in the world of prefabricated industrial structures, one thing is for certain…it definitely does not mean poor quality. Neither does it have to mean short-term, unless you want it to, and it’s not the poor man’s solution either. Temporary means something different to each business, which is why CopriSystems take a bespoke approach to their building designs, ensuring they suit the individual needs of their clients. For CopriSystems, “temporary” really means flexibility. A building solution that can be easily modified to respond to altered circumstances.
Some businesses they work with only need a covered structure installed for a fixed period of time, be it to cope with a seasonal surge in demand or to provide additional storage until the lease on their existing premises expires. For many ecommerce outfits, faced with the rapidly increasing demand from consumers for instant fulfilment, a temporary distribution warehouse is considered the best, most cost-effective solution, enabling them to remain competitive and make critical changes quickly without compromising day-to-day business.
Other clients are looking for extra space without having to commit to a fixed location or long-term lease while they consider their next move. CopriSystems’ lightweight, temporary structures can be easily taken down and moved as a business grows.
Maybe planning restrictions will not allow more bricks & mortar. Morris Lubricants operate on a Grade 1 listed site and when they realised they needed additional storage space, permission was only granted for a temporary structure. Their new robust warehouse building was designed and installed within weeks but has been going strong for years.
Some customers need to optimise the space they already have available without the commitment of adding more bricks & mortar. More than 25 years ago, Waitrose briefed CopriSystems about their need to create a covered area for goods marshalling. With only a very small yard, which had to remain accessible to vehicles, they opted for a canopy that can retract when not in use to minimise disruption. Last month, CopriSystems installed a new cover and made some minor repairs to the frame after damage was caused by a 40t lorry but it’s in great shape again now and there’s no reason why it won’t be able to facilitate efficient daily operations for another 25 years.
There is nothing temporary about that!
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