In the wake of 9/11, U.S. airports identified the need to make significant changes not only to the way they conducted passenger screening and onsite security, but also to the way airports were designed and built. Preassembled and modular structures became pivotal parts of the immediate redesign efforts, and remain so as airports now look […]
Continue ReadingCustom Dual Pane Windows Meet Requirements for Clean Room
On a recent clean room project for a pharmaceutical manufacturer in Indiana, the client requested Porta-King’s Versa-King modular wall system, but they didn’t want to a ledge at each window. Why? They were concerned that dust might collect. Porta-King altered the design to create a custom solution. The standard arrangement on the Porta-King system has […]
Continue ReadingInplant Office Case Study: Camcraft
The Client: Camcraft, based in Hanover Park, IL, is a manufacturer of high-end automotive and hydraulic components. According to the company, its niche is in highly engineered components and assemblies on state-of-the-art and emerging technologies. The Client’s Need: After adding 28,000 square feet to its facility, Camcraft needed a fast, cost-efficient solution of installing offices […]
Continue ReadingPharmaceutical Companies Bolster Security with Prefabricated Buildings
Pharmaceutical Companies Bolster Security with Prefabricated Buildings July 10, 2006: ST. LOUIS, MO— According to published reports, American pharmaceutical companies lack security at the perimeters of their manufacturing plants. As a result, Porta-King supplies its prefabricated buildings to many members of the pharmaceutical industry. Porta-King’s prefabricated buildings can be installed at the main entrances and […]
Continue ReadingChemical Plants Look for Quick Solutions to Increase Security
Chemical Plants Look for Quick Solutions to Increase Security ST. LOUIS, MO— According to the Environmental Protection Agency, more than 3800 chemical plants could affect 10,000 to one million Americans if their toxic gases are released. Although members of the American Chemistry Council (ACC) have voluntarily spent more than $2 billion since 9/11 to enhance […]
Continue ReadingPrefabricated Buildings by Porta-King Increase Security at Regional Airports
ST. LOUIS, MO— For decades, Porta-King has supplied prefabricated steel buildings and prefabricated anodized aluminum buildings to the largest international airports in the United States. Recently, Porta-King has noticed that many regional airports also incorporate its preassembled buildings for security purposes. Porta-King’s prefabricated buildings are extremely versatile, and can serve as security checkpoints, equipment storage […]
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