Expandable Container House
Transport Size: 20ft Container｜
Expanded Area: 45-90㎡｜
10-20Day Delivery｜
Wind/Seismic Resistant
Expandable Container House
Revolutionize Space with Smart Expansion Technology
Our Expandable Container House transforms from a standard shipping container into a spacious 3-room residence in under 3 hours. Featuring patented slide-out mechanisms, this innovative solution delivers instant living/working spaces for remote sites, eco-resorts, and emergency response.
Key Advantages
3X Space Expansion
Transport Mode: 20ft Container (6m x 2.4m)
Deployed Size: Up to 6m x 7.2m (45-90㎡)
Optional two-story configurations
All-Climate Resilience
Marine-grade Corten steel frame
IP65 waterproof certification
Operational range: -30°C to 50°C (-22°F to 122°F)
Plug & Play Readiness
Pre-wired electrical & plumbing systems
Solar panel-ready roofing
Smart home compatibility (WiFi/LoRa enabled)
Applications
Construction site camps ✓ Glamping resorts ✓ Disaster relief housing
Mobile offices ✓ Remote clinics ✓ Pop-up education centers
Technical Specifications
▸ Walls: 150mm EPS fire-resistant insulation
▸ Lifespan: 25+ years
▸ Certifications: ISO 9001, CE, ANSI/AISC 360
▸ Customization: Window/door layouts, interiors, solar systems
Sustainability Commitment
85% Recycled Steel | Zero on-site construction waste | Low-carbon shipping
Case Study: Deployed 200+ units for UN refugee camps in 2023
Warranty: 10-year structural guarantee
Compliance: Meets IBC 2021 & Eurocode 9 standards
Table of Contents
Application
The advantages of expanding container houses include their flexibility, portability, and ease of assembly.
1.Very Easily transported and assembled on-site, making as an ideal solution for temporary or permanent housing, offices, or other types of buildings.
2.Also be customized and expanded to meet various needs, providing a cost-effective and efficient solution for those who require fast and flexible construction.
3.Eco-friendly, as they can be made from recycled materials and equipped with sustainable features such as solar panels and rainwater harvesting system
FAQ
1. Do you provide on-site installation service?
We provide very detailed installation instruction drawings and videos for every project.
For large projects, we will have both installation workers and supervisors on site. The fee for the on-site service should be negotiated with clients.
2.What’s your delivery time?
Normally, delivery time is 7-10 days after deposit received. For large order, the delivery time should be negotiated.
3.How to control the quality of your product?
a. quality of the design: think about possible problems in advance and provide a high-quality design solution.
b. quality of the raw material: choose the qualified raw material
c. quality of the production: precise manufacturing technique, experienced workers, strict quality inspection.
4. How to deal with quality problems?
Warranty is 2 years. Within the warranty period, TangLu will responsible for all quality problems caused by our production.
5. If there is a clear service life of your products? If have, how long?
Under conventional climate and environment, the service life of container house steel frame is 20 years.
6. What designs do you have in different climates (How can the products adopt to different climates)?
Strong wind region: improve the wind-resisting ability of the internal structure. Cold region: increase the thickness of the wall, or use good insulation material, improve anti-pressure ability of the structure. High corrosion region: use corrosion resistant material, or paint anti-corrosive coating.
Shipping Container Dimensions
Shipping containers exist in various sizes and configurations, thus serving as a flexible solution for numerous applications—from storage to fully tailored living spaces. When choosing the appropriate container for your project, it’s vital to understand standard shipping container dimensions. This guide supplies detailed information about the external dimensions, internal dimensions, square footage, weight, and door openings of 10-foot, 20-foot, and 40-foot shipping containers. In addition, we’ll cover key specifications such as tare weight and gross weight.
SHIPPING CONTAINER SIZE CHART
Below is a comprehensive table that details the dimensions and specifications for standard sizes of shipping containers:
| Container Size | Exterior Dimensions (L x W x H) | Interior Dimensions (L x W x H) | Square Footage | Cubic Feet | Tare Weight | Gross Weight | Door Openings (W x H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 ft | 10′ x 8′ x 8’6″ | 9’3″ x 7’8″ x 7’10” | 75 square feet | 560 cu. ft. | ~2,850 lbs | ~22,000 lbs | 7’8″ x 7’5″ |
| 20 ft | 20′ x 8′ x 8’6″ | 19’4″ x 7’8″ x 7’10” | 150 square feet | 1172 cu. ft. | ~4,850 lbs | ~67,200 lbs | 7’8″ x 7’5″ |
| 40 ft | 40′ x 8′ x 8’6″ | 39’5″ x 7’8″ x 7’10” | 300 square feet | 2350 cu. ft. | ~8,000 lbs | ~67,200 lbs | 7’8″ x 7’5″ |
| 40 ft High Cube | 40′ x 8′ x 9’6″ | 39’5″ x 7’8″ x 8’10” | 300 square feet | 2694 cu. ft. | ~8,600 lbs | ~67,200 lbs | 7’8″ x 8’5″ |