Theft is unfortunately common on construction job sites, which results in thousands of dollars lost for contractors every year. The most common thefts include:
To prevent the theft of valuable construction equipment on your job site, there are several ways to secure the site: [Read more…]
Security on your property — be it a hospital, hotel, warehouse, or government building — is of the utmost importance in keeping employees, visitors, and equipment safe. Here are five cost-effective ways you can improve the security of your property: [Read more…]
With spring and summer storms comes the need for precautionary measures to protect the people and equipment at job sites. Be it hurricanes, tornados, or a lightning storm, with the right plan your job site will remain safe and prepared for the worst. [Read more…]
An in-plant office offers a variety of modular design options that can accommodate the needs of any warehouse or production facility. Porta-King’s experienced team of designers and engineers will work with you to help you create the best office for your needs. [Read more…]
Though modular construction only consists of less than 3 percent of all new construction in the U.S., it is slowly gaining popularity. And with good reason. For commercial business like offices and factories, modular construction is an economical, green solution. [Read more…]
Amazon Fulfillment Centers are by no means small. With over 90 locations worldwide, the largest can easily fit 28 football fields. With such large facilities, it’s important that the teams have a quiet and productive place to work. That’s why Porta-King once again teamed up with Amazon in Eastvale, California to install modular wall partitions for improved team rooms. [Read more…]
Starting a new building project is an exciting time. You have ideas on how you want it to be built and what it will look like. However, those expectations can quickly go over budget. For your next project, follow these five tips:
While this piece of advice seems like a no-brainer, projects can and do can get out of control when it comes to costs. Develop a realistic budget that takes into consideration: [Read more…]
Even in a factory, privacy is needed to protect trade secrets and allow employees to work and relax in peace. Installing privacy walls can help you achieve these goals. Here are three places in your factory where privacy walls are needed:
Installing privacy walls in the offices of your factory will maximize your workers’ personal space and limit distractions. It will also let you rearrange the office whenever your needs change, such as: [Read more…]
You need wall partitions in your facility, but are unsure whether modular walls or modular tall walls would fit your needs. When deciding whether or not modular tall walls are right for your facility, ask yourself these questions:
Do you have an abundance of space in your facility, or is it a luxury? Modular tall walls differ from modular walls in that they are taller and designed for larger spaces than a traditional modular wall can accommodate. [Read more…]
When products like fruits and vegetables are shipped into port, they need to be inspected to make sure they comply with USDA regulations. Inspection is important to prevent the importing of illegal goods and the spread of exotic pests, which can devastate the native ecosystem.
That’s why Porta-King installed a CES modular room designed for inspecting fruits and vegetables coming in to Port Philadelphia. [Read more…]
