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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