7 02, 2024

Modular Building Provider Aries and KCDA: A Proud Ongoing Partnership

2024-02-07T21:02:18+00:00

KCDA and Aries: A Proud Partnership

Modular building provider and leader Aries is, once again, happy to announce that it has recently been awarded a portable school building contract with the King County Directors’ Association (KCDA). Aries will continue to provide portable modular buildings to Washington’s public-school districts. Accomplishments include being listed as one of America’s 20 most promising companies, as well as the third fastest growing company in the US by in 5000 – Aries provides modular space solutions across multiple business sectors.

About King County Directors’ Association

KCDA is a purchasing cooperative owned by Washington’s public-school districts which bid and award supply and service contracts, through open competition as prescribed by the laws of the State of Washington. KCDA provides centralized acquisition services to member school districts and orders its products in volume for its members, thereby saving them money and supporting their purchasing and distribution requirements.

Mutually beneficial for all, this contract with KCDA secures more business for modular building provider Aries (this being a 23-255 portable classroom contract) at a lesser cost to school districts. Aries believes in the importance of education and is pleased to partner with KCDA, whose primary goal is “to help school districts focus their resources in the classroom and to help public agencies focus on direct services to the taxpayers.”

“We are thrilled to announce that Aries has once again been awarded a contract with KCDA, reaffirming our commitment to supporting education in Washington. As the West Region Sales Manager at Aries, I am proud to be a part of this partnership. KCDA plays a crucial role in providing schools with portable classrooms and building solutions at competitive prices. This is especially beneficial for districts facing the challenge of accommodating their ever-growing student population. We are excited to continue working with KCDA and look forward to delivering fast solutions to meet the evolving needs of Washington’s education sector.” – Dan McGinnis, West Region Territory Sales Manager at Aries Building Systems.

Aries Portable Classrooms

Aries offers a multitude of education building solutions for school districts – from temporary portable classrooms to permanent, multi-unit campuses, Aries brings your temporary educational facility to the next level of innovation. Our award-winning team of experienced professionals will design floor plans and structural accommodations, meeting any and all of your needs for space.

Aries can complete your project in just half the time of traditional construction because modular building allows off-site manufacturing while simultaneously progressing land development onsite. Every one of Aries’ modular classrooms is under stringent codes and regulations, so you’ll never have to worry about the quality and safety of your modular classroom facility. Indoor factory processing also means no weather delays, no postponed work schedules, and no surprises – so you can get to class on time.

Portable Classroom Configurations

Aries’ portable classrooms are highly customizable, providing customers with a wide scope of possible configurations including mobile administrative offices, portable restrooms, classroom trailers, mobile locker rooms, science labs, libraries, pre-schools, assembly, modular cafeterias, and other possible usage. We also install modular buildings on below-grade concrete foundation and provide stucco exterior. Aries’ modular designs are used at community colleges, charter schools, and private/public campuses all over the country. Aries also has an online inventory of modular classrooms and educational facilities.

Should you require space accommodations larger than your standard portable classroom, Aries features an extensive set of multipack portable classroom floor plans.

Why Multipack Classrooms?

  • They give teachers the ability to control the environment for the students & faculty.
  • They remove the amount of exterior egress and allow students/faculty to gain access to multiple classrooms, should the need arise.
  • Multipack classrooms have double wall security: while each classroom has locks on all doors, the building itself can be locked, making it possible for people to move from classroom to classroom without going outside and exposing themselves to harsh weather conditions or other dangers.
  • They have push-pull doors, so there’s only one entry.

Please see our website for a list of our other available portable classroom multipack floor plans.

To request a quote, please click here.

At Aries, we believe there’s nothing more important than consistent delivery of exceptional service, dependability, and innovation. Modular building provider Aries promotes our philosophy of achieving together by learning from our clients, ensuring the development of mutually rewarding results and outcomes.

Visit Aries: www.ariesbuildings.com or call (U.S.) 1-888-598-6689. You can also contact us via our website or at [email protected].

Modular Building Provider Aries and KCDA: A Proud Ongoing Partnership2024-02-07T21:02:18+00:00
9 02, 2023

Valentine’s Report: Love for Modular Building Leader Aries

2023-02-17T19:07:04+00:00

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Group of hands holding red letter cut-outs that spell “We Love You” on the sky and the red ram logo of Aries is in the center of the blue sky with a few clouds.

Love for modular building leader Aries comes from many sources. The best customer service in the modular building industry – or any industry – comes in a variety of forms. Employees are more willing to extend their accommodating behavior to the organization’s customers if they feel heard and cared for. A well-treated staff is more likely to remain with a company. Consequently, they gain expertise that equips them with personalized insight into customer needs. A homegrown customer service culture is the end outcome.

Aries is a Second Home

Successful businesses realize the importance of making their people their priority. The most crucial of all is to rank among the most extraordinary workplaces. A successful business has contented staff and satisfied customers. Listed below is feedback from members affirming that Aries is the best place to work.

Richard “Dee” Stephens, South Central Sales Associate

Dee has been with Aries for more than three years. Here, he answers the question of what he believes Aries’ future will be like:

I think Aries has a very bright future and will continue to be one of our industry’s leaders and I plan on continuing to work hard to help build the Aries’ brand in South Central Territory.

It is an honor to work for Aries and the people I work alongside.”

Ashton House, Sales Representative – DFW, West Texas, and New Mexico

Having been with Aries for two and a half years, Ashton has accumulated combined industry experience for seven years now. She has this to say about the difference between working in Aries versus other companies:

“I believe we have the best product and people in the industry at Aries. Our product stands out for being top quality amongst others. But I believe our people are what makes the true difference. The majority of Aries’ employees have worked in the industry most of their careers, so the experience and knowledge that comes with that is unmatched. We are able to rely on our team to always find the best solution for our customer’s needs. We always want to exceed customer’s expectations and also be easy and also efficient for our customers to do business with.

The Aries’ brand differentiates itself by striving to always operate with integrity.”

Lori Turner, New England Territory Sales Manager

At the time, Lori had been with Aries a mere four months. When asked what qualities Aries has that were not evident in her previous experiences working with other companies, she stated:

“Emphasis on team building, positive customer experience, & a supportive leadership team that empowers their employees.”

We are fortunate to have top-notch managers who can unlock each worker’s potential. Because of the family-like culture of our company, we have experienced fantastic success and growth. It makes sense why people adore Aries.

Why Customers Love Aries

In addition, customers praise the modular building leader Aries for their quick reaction times, high-quality structures, and adaptable turnkey solutions. Aries’ mobile offices, storage containers, modular educational facilities, workforce housing, construction trailers, GLOs, and portable buildings are all the rage!

A collage of four faded photographs of Aries’ employees having a good time with the red ram Aries’ logo placed in the middle.

For businesses like Aries, attentive listening has become a priceless advantage as modular buildings have become more complex. Meeting with each customer and learning about their specific prefabrication demands and conditions is necessary to provide turnkey solutions.

For instance, consider Civil & Environmental Consultants who found working with Aries refreshing and appreciate that they will get a voice on the other end of the line. Our Sales Representative, Dee Stephens, gets back quickly if customers leave a message. Altogether, customers frequently express their gratitude for the support.

Rather than just leasing for a short period, Aries is adamant about providing services that meet the client’s future needs. Hence,  customers interpret this as a belief that Aries makes a concerted effort, and we do. We aim to be their last and single provider of mobile offices.

Some of the nicest praises are given to others when we are not around.

There are those that grow weary of working with other modular building suppliers. However, hearing about Aries through the grapevine, they turn to us. That was the case when Southern Border Constructors recommended us to Civil and Environmental Consultants, which allowed us to serve them successfully. Whenever customers call us back for a modular building project, they are showing confidence in us. No matter the client, whether you are 3-S Services, Ash Creek Homes, or NRP West, we deliver without the trouble of working with other suppliers.

The red ram Aries’ logo is on the top left and around it are 5 images of modular building facilities showing external and internal structures. There are 2 photos on the top and 3 below.

The Whatcom County Fire Department was another client looking for spacious, open areas ideal for communication and a welcoming atmosphere. Going well with the lovely natural setting of pine trees and the gently sloping foothills, the structures put in place in Whatcom have ash-colored exteriors and fern-colored roofs. A region well-versed in aesthetics, the fire department expressed satisfaction with the buildings’ visual appeal: “They look great!”

Aries is incredibly proud that the military, government, first responders, and healthcare sectors use our facilities.

Our specialists can design the ideal modular building for governmental organizations using high-quality, scalable turnkey solutions. We supply facilities to all branches of government as a GSA-approved vendor, and we’ll keep putting quality first for our civil servants. That’s why with all this positive feedback from our members and customers, it is no wonder that we would be receiving a love letter about our service:

A free verse poem from an admirer written in white font with a maroon-colored background. There are 3 opened envelopes, each with a paper that has a big drawing of a heart on it, in red, grey and pink. The red ram Aries’ logo in on the biggest envelope.

Why Aries is The Ultimate Modular Building Leader

We at Aries strive to demonstrate a superior problem-solving approach. This truly makes us deserving of the title of modular building leader. Our work family makes a positive impact through persistent teamwork and the feeling that everyone has each other’s backs – and this “attitude of accountability” inspires our modular construction approach.

Our loyal customers continue to do business with us over an extended period. This is the highest compliment a company can receive. People seeking the best turnkey temporary building services entrust us with their investment. Repeated business confirms our conviction: active listening fosters long-lasting relationships.

About Leading Modular Building Provider Aries

Aries has offices and operates in all regions across the U.S., including the Northeast, the Mid-Atlantic, the Southeast, the Midwest, South Central, the Southwest, the Pacific Northwest, and Canada. Aries features modular short- and long-term housing in several locations across North America.

Aries sells prefabricated office buildings to be used as construction offices, portable school classrooms, mobile hospitals, workforce housing at oil pipeline sites, storage containers, and disaster recovery relief. Still, we’d love to help you buy one for any purpose! What’s more, we offer full turnkey solutions with exceptional customer service and robust financing options. Equally important, we pride ourselves on combining product quality, design expertise, technical and financial innovation. As a result, this strategy has established us as the first choice for customers.

Become a customer today! Visit Aries: www.ariesbuildings.com, or call (U.S.) 1-888-598-8869. You can also contact us via our website, or request a quote here.

Valentine’s Report: Love for Modular Building Leader Aries2023-02-17T19:07:04+00:00
5 01, 2023

New Year, New Beginnings: How Modular Building Leader Aries Keeps Ahead of the Curve

2023-01-05T20:03:07+00:00

A yellow tractor pulls a high-quality Aries modular container, on its way to its consumer. On the top right is the blog title that says, “New Year, New Beginnings: How Modular Building Leader Aries Keeps Ahead of The Curve” with the red Aries’ ram logo underneath.

How has modular building leader Aries stayed ahead of the curve? Before Aries became the ultimate provider of temporary buildings, it was nothing more than a dream between two brothers. Reliant Asset Management (RAM), established in 2010 by Michael and Barry Roman – brothers and business partners – is the result of forty years of tenacity, determination, and expertise in the modular construction sector. The Roman brothers first founded RAM to supply modular structures and workforce housing for various professional needs, based on the success of their prior modular construction financing business, Resun Leasing, Inc.

Ever since, they have increased the scope of the privately-owned business by purchasing several subsidiaries, such as Class Leasing Inc., which provides services to the California education sector. Aries has a wide range of commercial ventures in its outstanding portfolio. However, Aries has focus in two industries: worker housing and manufacturing modular buildings. RAM has been able to adapt and prosper even in turbulent economic times. This is thanks to its drive into newer sectors like leasing and education.

Here’s a rundown of Aries’ most recent milestones, from acquisitions to our pandemic response workarounds. All done by none other than the expert in the modular building industry — Aries! 

Recent Acquisitions

Logos of both modular building leader Aries’ acquisitions — Precision Structures Inc. and Jobsite Mobile Offices. The blurred background is an aerial view of an Aries’ lot ready to provide hundreds of high-quality modular buildings to its consumers.
  1. Precision Structures

Over many decades, Precision Structures has amassed a solid, devoted customer base. Aries was delighted to have this leading figure in the modular business join the team. Consequently, our current clients can look forward to top-notch customer support and space options.

Offering modular building solutions to various industries, including but not limited to commercial, industrial, educational, medical, and municipal ones is a joint goal of Aries and Precision Structures. Both businesses offer ground-level offices (GLOs), storage containers, office trailers, portable classrooms, and specialty modular buildings.

As part of its expansion strategy, Aries is open to new modular suppliers eager to work with the leading company in the sector on recent transactions and alliances. Aries, buoyed by development and forward motion, looks to the future. With an attitude of expansion on every conceivable level, we continue to develop our company, reputation, and brand.

  1. Jobsite Mobile Offices

Jobsite Mobile Offices is also a new addition to Aries’ expanding portfolio. Their business model complements Aries’ growth plan, and this acquisition comes from our ongoing growth. By developing the most cutting-edge modular solutions that are feasible, these new synergies will considerably improve our capacity to serve the community. Ultimately, theses endeavors will make us the modular building leader.

“This is a very special time for Aries and the modular building industry as a whole. We provide space solutions, and there is no end to the possibilities within our ever-growing industry,” said Mike Bollero, Jr., President of Aries.

Through acquisitions and internal growth, Aries continues to grow and expand due to the brand’s expansion inside the modular sector. We are thrilled to continue providing our current clients with excellent service while broadening its clientele in the Midwest region by acquiring Jobsite Mobile Offices. Aries seeks out new possibilities and the potential of enduring progress.

Aries Residence Suite: Premium Workforce Housing

Aries Residence Suites logo with a faded background of a highway

The all-inclusive camps run and rented by Aries are the perfect place for project managers to start. Your team won’t have to compromise comfort for price when they stay in one of our luxurious VIP or Jack-and-Jill-type rooms, no matter where the work location is, from the Athabasca oil sands to the Permian Basin. Every room has satellite TV, plush furniture, flat-screen televisions, regular housekeeping, and on-site laundry. All help you unwind after a long day at the office. We also offer regular housekeeping.

Depending on the location, we also offer recreational spaces in many of the workforce housing camps.  Game rooms, billiards rooms, gyms, and theater rooms can be found at varying locations. Some locations even offer an option for a communal dining room where staff members can gather for free hot meals multiple times a day. High standards of cleanliness, comfort, and convenience indicate a business that genuinely cares about your experience. After a hard day at work, the camp must have a pleasant ambiance, which these components provide.

Aries provides:

  • High-quality employee housing
  • Modular man camps
  • Worker housing for the oil industry
  • Executive accommodations across the nation

Our goal is to identify the needs of our clients and transform them into what a modular building leader like Aries, does best. In the end, providing excellent customer service is everyone’s responsibility.

Award-Winning Modular Building Provider is the Best Employer

As a modular building leader, we are on a mission to demonstrate a superior problem-solving approach to the world. Always on the lookout for future champions. The pace of life at Aries is quick but well-balanced. You will surely make a difference at Aries, from persistent teamwork to feeling everyone has each other’s backs. The same attitude motivates us to improve world construction.

Because of our knowledgeable workforce and reliable finance, Aries is expanding. We provide a relaxed and energetic work environment with competitive pay, extensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, a 401(k), and vacation and sick days.

You are encouraged to strive for excellence as a part of the Aries’ team. We are dedicated to giving you the means to advance your objectives and carry out your professional plans. In addition, we strongly emphasize growth, and see you as the key to that growth.

Aries is proud to have outstanding team leaders skilled at bringing out the best in each member of their group. The family atmosphere at work is critical in our extraordinary success and expansion — your home away from home, not just a place to work.

COVID-19 Response

A four-picture collage, in the center of which is the Aries’ ram logo and the words “Aries safe.” The top left photo has three children wearing face masks and sitting at desks far apart in a classroom; the top right photo shows a covered walkway with stairs leading to modular buildings; the bottom left photo shows vehicles parked under 3 flagpoles in front of a sales yard with rows of modular buildings; the bottom right photo shows a covered walkway between modular buildings with some plants and a bench to create an outside place to rest in the shade.

Through our cutting-edge fleet, thorough client consultations, value offer, a good safety record, knowledge, and industry experience, Aries meets the demands and expectations of its clients. Aries has structures ready for immediate delivery to meet the needs of the medical/healthcare sectors, commercial office space requirements, and any housing demands during this time, with over 150,000 units totaling over $400M in space solutions.

“Our customer is at the core of everything we do, and in light of the World Health Organization declaring COVID-19 a pandemic, our top priority is keeping our customers, staff, and communities safe as we continue to closely monitor the situation. Aries has activated our protocol plan, and we will remain steadfast in our attention to the evolving circumstances and respond accordingly. Our goal is to continue to provide quality services during this time, ensuring safety and business continuity. We understand that response time is vital and know that our modular space solutions can greatly assist during this crisis,” according to Vice President at Aries, Katie Roman.

Emergency Buildings: Immediate Delivery!

Users can now quickly get quotations from Aries thanks to the emergency building response page we’ve added to the website. Additionally, we are also urging people to go to our current online inventory page, where consumers can immediately discover existing units prepared for deployment; adapting already-existing structures to any requirements. Roman continues, “we are doing and will continue to do anything we can to make things faster.”

We have made a significant financial commitment to developing and supplying the ideal strategy, infrastructure, range of products, and personnel to firmly establish our position as the leading supplier of modular solutions. We take great satisfaction in fusing high-quality products with knowledge of design, technical and financial innovation, and a business plan that has already made us the clients’ first choice. In terms of client happiness and building innovation, we’re committed to staying on top!

About Aries

Modular building leader, Aries is a privately-owned company headquartered in Houston, Texas. Aries offers a variety of financing packages and has delivered success on projects of all sizes and challenges. We provide modular space solutions across North America. Aries also includes support for the government, education, construction, commercial, and oil/gas sectors.

Aries has the state-of-the-art fleet, in-depth client consultations, a value proposition, safety record, knowledge, and experience in the industry. With over 150,000 units totaling over $400M in space solutions, Aries has buildings for immediate delivery. We have been serving the educational and healthcare sectors, commercial office space requirements, and any short- or long-term housing demands.

Join our customer base now! Call (U.S.) 1-888-598-8869 or visit Aries at www.ariesbuildings.com. You can ask for a quote or contact us through our website.

New Year, New Beginnings: How Modular Building Leader Aries Keeps Ahead of the Curve2023-01-05T20:03:07+00:00
14 12, 2022

Top Modular Building News Stories From 2022

2022-12-14T17:47:23+00:00

Typewriter with a paper that has a text that says, “Top Modular Building News Stories From 2022”. Under the text is the logo of the modular building leader, Aries

Since the modular industry is continually expanding and changing, staying on top of the most recent trends can be challenging. Ten months into 2022 and we’re excited to share and have compiled some of the top modular building news for you. Here are noteworthy innovations in modular construction highlighted by month!

January

5 Innovative Applications for Modular Buildings You Need to Know About

Changes in the construction industry were required as Covid-19 started to impact various regions of the world in early 2020. The pandemic has increased interest in alternatives, like modular construction, even though traditional bricks-and-mortar construction is still the most common technique in the United Kingdom. The Inter Press Service News Agency highlights the most successful uses of modular methods in the modern construction industry in this article.

one Lego person up on a ladder while another assists them below. Two other Lego figures help each other bring a red brick to the yellow wall being constructed

February

Chester County Hospital to Add Modular Units in Response to Hospital Closures as Wait Times Hit 9 Hours

The West Goshen Township supervisors voted unanimously to waive the land development requirements and allow Chester County Hospital to add an almost 3,000-square-foot modular emergency room with 12 exam/treatment areas in response to Jennersville Hospital and Brandywine Hospital’s closure by Tower Health. See the Daily Local News story for additional information on how and why they were forced to use modular as a solution.

March

Oscars 2022: Best Visual Effects Predictions

Yes, modular buildings were used in making Free Guy! The value of modular buildings in producing Oscar-nominated visual effects is acknowledged even by the digital effects community. Check out the details here.

April

2022 World of Modular

MBI’s 2022 World of Modular conference drew more than 1,000 attendees across the modular building sector and was a great success. Over four event-packed days, participants could catch up, learn, network, and have fun at the lavish La Cantera Resort & Spa in San Antonio, Texas. Visit the event website to learn more about the forthcoming MBI 2023 event.

May

Builders, MBI Press for Modular Standards

The promise of modular construction, which, in theory, allows for the reuse of designs, offers speedy returns on investments, and lowers labor costs, among many other advantages, is reportedly hampered by a lack of national regulatory standards. The barriers to production, shipping, and the drive for standardization in the modular business are covered in further detail in this article by Construction Dive.

a modular home section being lifted by a crane high above and between buildings.

June

Van Metre Homes Completes Modular Townhouse Prototype in Virginia

The top modular building news for this month is from Van Metre Homes. Modular building has been a subject of experimentation by Van Metre Homes in manufacturing homes on the East Coast. The Chantilly, Virginia, all-electric, modular building generates more energy than it consumes and serves as a model for home builders. You can check out the whole article on the Builder website for more details.

July

How Redding School of the Arts Plans to Open a New High School in August

In preparation for the academic year 2022-2023, Redding School of the Arts planned to erect four modular structures to house a temporary high school. They have long wanted to proceed with the idea of building a high school close to their site off Shasta View Drive. Read on to learn more from Record Searchlight’s piece.

August

Rego Restaurant Group Develops Modular Construction Units

Franchisees will be able to construct sufficient spaces for conventional restaurants thanks to the modular eateries, known as Qube for Quiznos and Baja Shack for Taco Del Mar. This might fast-track development and cut down on the time and expense of construction. According to experts interviewed by Restaurant Dive, traditional drive-thrus can take more than a year to operate due to current construction permitting and supply chain delays.

September

Oaxaca Interests to Open HiFAB, A Texas Modular Home Plant

The opening of HiFAB, a manufacturing facility in Grand Prairie, Texas, has been announced by Oaxaca Interests with an emphasis on efficiency and sustainability. The factory’s primary output will be haciendas; it will dedicate itself to producing modular homes. Full details can be read on Builder’s website.

October

2022 European Summit

Modular Building Institute (MBI), which has more than 480 member companies across 20 nations, is increasing its European members’ participation and creating chances to promote and expand commercial modular construction globally. For two days of networking, education, and planning for the modular building sector, join the MBI European Council and other international members in Barcelona, Spain.

MBI’s poster for the 2022 European Summit written in black with supporting details in maroon and the MBI logo on the right in a white box on top of a colorful background print.

The Future is Modular and Aries is a Great Provider

Around the year, Aries is in the top modular building news. In addition to prefabricated office buildings, construction trailers, portable schools, mobile hospitals, labor housing at oil pipeline sites, storage containers, and areas for disaster recovery relief, Aries is well-renowned as one of the most significant American suppliers of modular buildings. We provide complete turnkey solutions, outstanding customer support, and flexible financing alternatives.

To achieve mutually beneficial results and outcomes, Aries, as a business, prioritizes excellent customer service and consistently supports the notion of accomplishing together by learning from our clients.

About Aries

The leading commercial modular space solutions supplier is Houston, Texas-based, privately-owned Aries. We provide a variety of funding alternatives and have a history of completing big and small projects. For the medical, educational, construction, and commercial sectors in North America, Aries has a vast network of modular space solutions. Aries has structures available right away to meet the needs of the healthcare and educational sectors as well as any temporary or permanent housing requirements.

Please don’t pass up the opportunity to buy from us! Call (U.S.) 1-888-598-8869 or visit Aries at www.ariesbuildings.com.

Top Modular Building News Stories From 20222022-12-14T17:47:23+00:00
15 06, 2022

Online Inventory: Modular Buildings Delivered Immediately

2022-06-16T01:59:47+00:00

Photograph of four various types of white trucks parked in a row in front of a building with a sunrise behind them. “Aries Building Systems” is on the truck in front and on the building with the red ram logo as well.

Have you ever wondered how your old high school suddenly acquired new classrooms outside the main buildings almost overnight? Have you ever scratched your head trying to figure out where the cleanest bathrooms ever to grace a festival came from? These buildings almost feel mysterious, popping in and out of existence easily. Well, after today you will wonder no longer! Aries, the leading modular building provider, is the answer.

Aries, has been bringing unique portable and permanent modular construction solutions to a wide range of customers for over 20 years. When we say a wide range, we really do mean it. Let us dive into Aries’ vast online modular building inventory to learn about the wide scope of industries and end-applications using modular construction.

The inside of a clean, well-lit classroom with no people inside and focusing on the desks and chairs with a lot of space between them and books and backpacks populating each desk.

Education

Let us begin with those mysterious classrooms. It may have been odd to suddenly see a new building spring up, but in fact these are just portable classrooms. Aries offers many different custom floor plans tailored to the needs of each school district.

Just as you can customize the design, customers can also choose temporary or permanent uses for our prefabricated buildings. Your modular building is what you make of it. Community colleges, universities, public, and charter schools across the country use them, and the best part is that they are not limited to portable classrooms. Made to last, our clients have turned their modular buildings into cafeterias, preschools, and libraries. In short, portable schools are a safe and affordable option for all educators.

A text-heavy infographic highlighting Aries’ emergency building offerings especially for COVID-19 response and available immediately. The Aries’ ram logo is at the top in red and at the bottom with an American flag inside the ram logo outline. A URL and phone number for Aries is also at the bottom.

Healthcare

It may seem far-fetched, but your doctor’s office or local hospital may actually be a portable building. Sometimes a growing hospital needs expansions, but a construction site is not ideal in this environment. That is why relocatable medical facilities can be the solution.

In addition to planned modular building projects in the healthcare sector, Aries takes its role in saving lives seriously when assisting in disaster relief. During the pandemic, Aries worked quickly and tirelessly to create solutions in providing fast, portable emergency buildings.

With manufacturing capabilities, Aries allows construction to be performed off-site. Aries can complete your healthcare project in just half the time of traditional construction.

Customizable modules and an expert team of engineering professionals make it easy to select from a wide variety of healthcare facilities. Aries also makes it easy to design a facility from scratch that meets any and all of your specific requirements. Because every one of our modular buildings is under stringent codes and regulations, you will never have to worry about the quality and safety of your Aries’ modular facility.

Recreation

Here is where Aries’ fast delivery of portable buildings really comes into play. Big events or festivals really need to cater to the masses. Just as with the previously mentioned industries, Aries provides hundreds of floor plans in their used modular building inventory. Their modular buildings are fully customizable to accommodate the needs of any and every event, including prefabricated restrooms, locker rooms, and mobile cafeterias. Additional uses are office trailers, portable kitchens, and “swing space” for people to come together safely and efficiently.

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Government

Aries is also capable of delivering professional-looking facilities for local, state, regional, and federal agencies. We recognize the urgency of governmental needs, and using modular buildings makes the time from construction to occupancy 50% faster.

Aries is proud to be a General Services Administration (GSA) approved vendor for modular buildings for more than 15 years. We are fully capable of meeting the stringent budget and time sensitive needs. Especially those of different branches of government agencies looking to expand using GSA-approved modular buildings.

Aries has an extensive track record of meeting the modular building needs of governmental agencies and educational institutions. From portable public classrooms to multi-story government buildings, Aries provides and installs structures of all sizes and for all applications. Aries also provides to customers across the United States and Canada. Aries has purchasing agreements in place with several cooperative purchasing organizations that enable their members to buy direct.

Four photographs of room interiors one with a gym, one highlighting a billiards table, one with a full kitchen, and one of a dining hall with lots of tables and chairs.

Workforce Housing, Crew Quarters, and Hotels

As a leading modular provider, Aries can tailor any project to fit your needs from headquarters to soldiers’ barracks. While Aries does deal in exceptional modular buildings for work crews, do not think that our portable buildings cannot provide great comfort as well. We understand that big operations require lots of manpower. That is why we offer crew housing with comfortable rooms, beds, kitchens, laundry facilities, and appliances. We commend companies who want to create a great “home away from home” for their traveling employees, and we are happy to be a part of it.

If you would like to delve deeper into our expertise on the topic of offering the best workforce housing accommodations in North America, see how Aries Residence Suites does it. Simply put, Aries isn’t just a modular building provider. We created an entire division devoted to hospitality and comfort for seasonal workers, energy workers, executive camps, and workforce housing for discerning companies who care about the comfort and productivity of their employees.

Commercial

This may feel like a “catch-all” category, but that is precisely the point! Our relocatable buildings are perfect for any need. Perhaps you are looking for a mobile office or construction trailer for a traditional job site. Aries provides both small and large floor plans for these exact needs. Our buildings are also great for entrepreneurs wanting to start their own small businesses. In fact, our mobile trailers act as great storage containers for any industry, commercial or not. Of course, Aries also features  portable storage containers with floor plans viewable on our website available for immediate delivery.

A photograph of a steel matte gray mobile storage container resting in a parking lot with a cloudy blue sky and a line of trees in the background.

These are just a few of the examples listed on the Aries online modular building inventory. As you can see, it is not an exaggeration to say your creativity is the limit when it comes to modular construction. Moreover, it saves time, money, and energy, while allowing clients flexibility in plans.

ABOUT LEADING MODULAR BUILDING PROVIDER ARIES

Aries provides and delivers prefabricated buildings of all kinds – from portable office buildings and construction trailers to relocatable classrooms and storage containers. We would love to help you acquire your modular building for any purpose at all! This leading modular building provider has implemented the right strategy, infrastructure, product breadth, and team to solidify our position as the premiere provider of modular structures. We are determined to lead the way in both customer satisfaction and construction innovation.

Become a customer today! Call (U.S.) 1-888-598-8869 or contact us via our website.

Online Inventory: Modular Buildings Delivered Immediately2022-06-16T01:59:47+00:00
4 05, 2022

How to Choose Your Next New/Used Modular Building

2022-05-04T16:08:31+00:00

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Are you in the market for a modular building? Great! This article is intended to help you make informed decisions about the features your building will need depending on your industry. No matter what the building’s end use will be, there are a few things you’ll need to keep in mind and prepare for!

Is it permanent or temporary modular building unit?

— Have a plan for how long you want to utilize the modular building. Depending on your timeframe, it might be more appropriate to rent or lease-to-own instead of outright purchase. Remember, modular buildings depreciate faster than one traditionally built, meaning you can get your ROI sooner! How? If you’re looking for a relocatable building in the U.S., tax laws allow taxpayers to claim a depreciation relief for the decline in value of their assets – and the quicker the asset depreciates, the quicker you can claim the asset and recoup your investment.

ALWAYS check your local town and zoning laws.

— You don’t want to move forward until you are intimately familiar and plan to adhere to them. Note: Companies like Aries are happy to assist customers in acquiring necessary documents issued by a local government agency or building department certifying your building’s compliance with applicable building codes and other laws. In fact, the best modular building companies will make sure you have any permit requirements needed to satisfy the appropriate approval agency; including special foundation systems, ramps, fire alarm systems, etc.

Know your location.

— Carefully survey the area you want to place your building. Will a concrete foundation be required? If you’re in a location where it will snow, you will require a deeper foundation and a roof capable of heavier loads than a building where there isn’t snow.

When going modular, there are many things to consider — electricity, water connections, septic systems, and leveling the land. Aries has a full design and engineering team that can assist customers throughout the entire process.

What Is modular construction?

Modular construction is when a building is constructed offsite. It uses the same materials, same codes, and same standards as conventional construction, but it’s done in half the time under controlled settings. Modular construction can be either permanent or relocatable. Permanent modular construction (PMC) is when the buildings are completed offsite, transported to the final building site, and assembled on a foundation. Relocatable buildings (RBs) are partially or fully assembled buildings that comply with codes and regulations, constructed offsite, then transported to the building site. They are designed to be reused and repurposed multiple times and are not permanently affixed.

Modular buildings are flexible. They allow you to contract and expand space quickly, minimize operation disruption, have a low environmental impact, and maximize construction budgets. Building offsite in a well-controlled factory means no site disruption, improved safety and security while building, and eliminates many of the construction hazards that conventional construction can experience.

Modular units may also be designed to fit in with external aesthetics of any existing building and modular units once assembled can be virtually indistinguishable from a site-built structure.

MODULAR BUILDINGS FOR WORKFORCE HOUSING

Providing a clean and functional living space is a top priority when seeking accommodations for your workforce. Aries’ sister company — Aries Residence Suites — is a full-service provider of workforce housing focusing on quality, value, comfort, and service. We understand the large-scale housing needs of oil field and energy companies, seasonal workers, and other remote labor industries.

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Aries takes great pride in meeting those needs with our experienced team of engineering, manufacturing, facility management, and sales professionals. We are here to deliver your workers a home away from home. Besides having existing extended stay locations within the U.S., Aries is also able to customize any workforce housing project to suit your location and needs.

Things to consider when buying or leasing relocatable workforce housing:

  • Can my workforce housing modular units be delivered within the time frame I need?
  • Do the modular communities come with additional options such as turn-key services like food service, cleaning service, and waste management?
  • Do my modular housing units come with maintenance contracts?
  • Are the units high-quality and comfortable?

MOBILE BUILDINGS FOR COMMERCIAL USE

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Whether it be an office building expansion or a full retail space, you’ll want to ensure that you’re providing a clean, aesthetically pleasing space. Retail and hospitality industries can plan on earlier occupancy, giving them a faster return on investment when they choose to go modular. Buildings can be designed to look and function as traditional facilities.

For commercial buildings, it is advisable to include features like reflective membrane roof finishing, prime insulation, and efficient air conditioning units.

It can cost more upfront, but in the lifespan of your use, these features will keep maintenance costs way down. Employee productivity goes up when given an open, naturally-lit working environment. Dedicate a lot of space for your employees to maneuver around in.

Things to consider when buying or leasing my mobile building for commercial use:

  • Do I need new mobile construction, or should I consider used modular building inventory?
  • Will I be best served investing in a permanent or temporary structure?
  • Will I eventually need multiple locations and expansion ability?

MOBILE BUILDINGS FOR EDUCATION

Is the student population growing larger than your classroom space? Have no fear! Modular classrooms offer affordable and quick solutions. Modular buildings bring with them no disruption to students and staff because they are built offsite. They can be designed to “fit in” with your existing facilities’ exterior materials and color.

Giving students an aesthetically pleasing and functional learning facility increases productivity and retention — things like having higher ceilings, attractively painted walls, and great natural lighting.

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For a more optimized and excellent learning space, noise distractions from the outside should also be controlled using soundproof wall systems. These features will add little to the overall cost but will significantly increase the value of the building, both to your students and potential resale value.

Things to consider when buying or leasing my mobile building for educational use:

  • Do I need new, or should I consider buying used modular classrooms and buildings?
  • Is this permanent or temporary, and does it need to be relocatable?
  • How customized does it need to be?
  • Should I consider a “piggyback contract” (bypass bidding)?
  • Is the modular classroom DSA-approved?

Aries has the best to offer when it comes to modular buildings in the educational sector – whether it be modular classrooms, portable administrative offices, relocatable gyms or cafeterias… the list goes on! Offering quick delivery of portable classrooms for K-12 schools and universities, Aries is North America’s premier modular industry supplier of full turnkey solutions from design and logistics through leasing and financing.

MOBILE BUILDINGS FOR HEALTHCARE

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Although patients’ needs are urgent, you should NEVER skimp on the details in a rush to meet demand when you need to expand. It is essential to know the ultimate goal your healthcare space is trying to accomplish.

The quality and safety of your portable healthcare buildings are paramount. They are under stringent codes and regulations. You’ll want to make sure your modular clinic is well insulated but be cautious about your insulation type! Porous insulation can support microbial growth.

Second, specialized medical equipment is heavy — when ordering, make sure that the floor can support all the weight. Floor load capacity depends on the material used to make the floor and the foundation underneath. Lastly, installing an HVAC system that allows you to control zoning, air filtration, and humidity is a must-have in a medical environment.

Things to consider when buying or leasing my mobile healthcare building:

  • Do I need new, or should I consider used inventory?
  • Is this permanent or temporary, and does it need to be relocatable?
  • How customized does it need to be?
  • Is the modular space company GSA-approved?

Are you looking to build a doctor’s office, medical laboratory, or fully-functional hospital? Aries has customizable modules and an expert team of engineering professionals to help you achieve the best modular healthcare facility that meets all your requirements.

MOBILE BUILDINGS FOR INDUSTRIAL USE

When using a modular building in an industrial setting, safety and precaution are your chief concerns.

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To achieve an industrial modular building that’s safe and workable, many considerations are essential to watch for. When it comes to fire safety, one should never cut corners. The cost difference between ½ inch thick sheetrock and flame-retardant sheetrock is minimal, but implementing additional safety is invaluable. Making sure the soundproofing is good is key to keeping your employees happy and productive. Lastly, dust and other debris are often kicked up in industrial settings. You’ll want to be sure that your HVAC unit’s filters are constantly replaced to maintain acceptable air quality.

Things to consider:

  • Does the modular company have experience with location permits of site installation services for utilities?
  • Does the modular company provide a warranty?
  • Is the modular unit weather-prepared?
  • Do I require customizations such as blast-resistance or additional pandemic safety measures?

Luckily for you, Aries modular buildings are sturdier and more reliable than those traditionally built. From construction trailers to GLO’s, we’ve got you covered. (Check out GLO floor plans here!)

Aries is proud to be a General Services Administration (GSA) approved vendor for modular buildings for more than 16 years. We are fully capable of meeting the stringent budget and time sensitive needs of different branches of government agencies looking to expand using GSA approved modular buildings.

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Full-service supplier of modular buildings: lease or buy buildings with Aries

Once you are clear about the type of building you want, it is time to entrust the project to your future modular building provider or your future full-service modular supplier.

Aries provides a wide variety of finance options for modular buildings, catering to the needs of our customers, no matter their industry. Our financing arm will structure a plan to meet your needs. Our financing solutions include operating leases and finance leases (lease-to-own) as well as short term and long term financing programs.

About Aries

Aries specializes in commercial modular space solutions and provides an array of financing options for the most demanding kinds of projects. Privately-owned, Aries is based in Houston, Texas, with a network in North America that provides modular spaces for government, construction, commercial, medical, oil/gas, and education projects.

As a company, Aries values excellent service and continuously promotes a philosophy of achieving together by learning from our customers, resulting in mutually rewarding results and outcomes.

Don’t miss out on becoming a customer! Visit Aries: www.ariesbuildings.com or call (U.S.) 1-888-598-8869. You can also contact us via our website!

How to Choose Your Next New/Used Modular Building2022-05-04T16:08:31+00:00
11 04, 2022

Uses for Mobile Office Trailers

2022-07-11T19:16:44+00:00
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The world is buzzing about how modular office buildings bring the flexible design to an industry designed for turnkey solutions and speed. Technology has become a significant component of modular’s conquest of many sectors, from touchless temperature readings to smartboards and game rooms. Today, mobile office trailers can be found in healthcare, classrooms, and everything else! That’s the new modular way.

Modular Offices: Modular Medical

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Recently, modular medical buildings have been in the news for their creation speed. The delivery of an 800-bed modular hospital in England took two weeks. Other countries have accomplished similar feats. However, speed is just part of the equation. Quality, longevity, and clean environments ultimately determine the success of modular medical buildings.

With the help of healthcare providers, the modular industry can deliver maternity wards, radiology departments, and surgical suites. Although each of these comes with a unique set of requirements, they all demand strict adherence to hygiene protocols. Through factory-controlled manufacturing, modular buildings quickly deliver these lifesaving buildings while exceeding all safety protocols.

Modular Offices: Construction Offices

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Construction offices are a staple of outdoor worksites. Increasing efficiency and safety, work offices on the Jobsite allow workers a place to take a break away from the elements and grab a cup of coffee or water. In addition, it allows engineers to meet with clients and other interested parties on-site. Best of all, construction offices can be set up in as little as 24 hours, even while considering specific needs such as high-security doors or extra storage for equipment.

Leasable and moveable, mobile office trailers continue to be an essential part of the construction industry’s success.

Modular Offices: Classrooms

School administrators are magicians in making things work. However, an unexpected influx of students can severely test a school’s ability to adapt. In addition to space needs, the desire for innovative and attractive rooms can also factor into a school’s decision to buy modular classrooms. As many school districts have turned to the modular industry, the benefits are clear: fast set-up times that don’t interfere with learning, low-cost for quality buildings as well as turnkey solutions that come ready to go with the school’s predetermined needs.

Take the COVID crisis, for instance. Modular buildings allowed schools to set up touchless temperature gauges, sliding doors, as well as sanitation points. Along with projectors, chairs, desks, good ventilation, and a bright, clean environment prevented disturbance in students’ learning objectives.

Modular Offices: Workforce Housing

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It’s hard enough being away from home and family without having to “rough it” for long periods at a time. Modular workforce housing aims to create a “home away from home” for workers by offering them simple comforts and plenty of leisure activities. In addition to the neighborhood housing that can function alongside work offices and conference spaces, modular workforce housing includes game rooms and large-screen TVs. Buildings are multifunctional and can serve as medical needs and executive housing.

Above all, many modular providers, including Aries, now offer fully-staffed personnel for housekeeping, food services, and maintenance.

Modular Offices: Storage Containers

Storage is a fact of life. That’s why the best modular building companies offer stackable, moveable storage space for short-term or long-term needs. These mobile office trailers can be climate and humidity controlled. It can also have added security. Bought or leased, and in different sizes, these modular buildings come tailored fit for clients.

Modular Offices: Ground Level Offices

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Modular construction experts know that foresight is necessary to keep modular projects on time and in order. Therefore, the best modular building companies take the time to talk to their clients and understand the project ahead. There are truck routes to examine, terrain to look at, and special needs to consider.

GLOs are all about convenience, time, and coming through for the customer. All ground-level office building processes are coordinated from start to finish. This is to ensure no setbacks. There are a variety of pre-selected floor plans. As a result, clients can get their project rolling without inconvenience.

The New Modular Industry

It’s not just about the quality, the flexible financing options, or the reduced project times and cost savings. The new modular industry thrives on simply being the best quality solution for enterprises, from healthcare to education. At Aries, every customer is assigned a one-on-one professional to walk through the process with our clients. In short, the end result is perfect buildings explicitly designed for the customer.

About Aries

Aries is renowned in every commercial modular space solution and provides an array of financing options for even the most demanding projects. Privately-owned, Aries is based in Houston, Texas, with a network in North America that provides modular spaces. These are government, construction, commercial, medical, oil/gas, and education projects.

Aries values excellent service and continuously promotes a philosophy of achieving together by learning from our clients.

Don’t miss out on becoming a customer! Visit Aries: www.ariesbuildings.com or call (U.S.) 1-888-598-8869. You can contact us via our website!

Uses for Mobile Office Trailers2022-07-11T19:16:44+00:00
6 04, 2022

What to Expect: World of Modular 2022

2022-04-06T18:31:12+00:00
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PLAY WHILE LEARNING?

Have fun while attending a global event? Yes please! Welcome to the 2022 World of Modular Annual Convention and Tradeshow. From April 25th to April 28th in San Antonio, Texas, there will be four days of the industry’s best in modular construction open to the public and to professionals. Whether you’re familiar with modular construction or not, this event will make you rethink what modular can be. With attendees and presenters from across the world such as Europe, South Korea, and Canada to more domestic participants from California, Washington DC, and Texas, this is a networking bonanza that educates and promotes while keeping you on the cutting edge of tomorrow’s technologies. If you need to research commercial modular builders, this tradeshow is your resource. Let us take you on a brief tour of what you can expect at 2022 WOM.

WHAT TO KNOW

The World of Modular is presented by the Modular Building Institute (MBI), an international non-profit trade association that focuses on modular construction. Comprised of members that specialize in permanent modular construction, relocatable modular buildings, and related services, MBI brings the world of modular together.

This year, for the first time, MBI’s 2022 WOM convention has a digital option. Whether you’re registering for digital attendance or for the in-person experience, check out their agenda to get an inside peek at the invaluable educational experience and expertise that you will have access to.

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GET EDUCATED, GET INFORMED

While the list of keynote and featured speakers is expansive, equally are the topics, ranging from the housing crisis, performance metrics of modular technologies and applications, to the evolution of policies, industrialization trends, and so much more. With so much to choose from, where should you start?

We suggest starting with Anirban Basu, chairman and CEO of Sage Policy Group, Inc. Basu is the James Bond of analytics and the Agatha Christie of economic trends, and if you read his full bio, those last two statements will make more sense. One of Washington DC’s premiere economists, recognized as one of Maryland’s 50 most influential people, and Baltimore’s 20 most powerful business leaders, Mr. Basu also teaches at Johns Hopkins and has authored Modular Building Institute’s “Economic & Financial Performance of Relocatable Buildings in the U.S. Modular Building Industry.” He understands supply, demand, and the impact of strategic decisions on a community and industry. His presentation on “Construction Drivers and Trends for 2022” is a must. Featured alongside some of the industry’s most forward-thinking innovators, his in-depth knowledge is a great starting point for all your interests in modular construction and explains why Aries Modular Buildings would sponsor him.

What makes Aries the expert on who should be a speaker at WOM?

Need a mobile office? Aries has you covered. Need more breathing space for your growing school? Aries has that too. A recent case study (link to Holy Catholic School Case Study) illustrates just how effective Aries’ end-to-end services can accommodate those needs. Need a temporary emergency unit, a permanent government facility, or something more custom? That’s right, Aries is here for you. Aries is a modular building provider that offers full turnkey solutions with exceptional customer service and robust financing options. They offer quotes on modular projects of any kind. That’s what they do,  they provide space.

Plus, they’ve been one of the sponsors for the World of Modular for a fourth year in a row and with good reason. WOM is a great opportunity to network, exchange ideas, and learn from industry experts. Aries is in good company with near 30 companies taking an interest in sharing and solving some of the world’s most pressing issues. All while having fun!

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NOW HAVE SOME FUN

All work and no play… not at this convention. On the first day, there is a golf tournament followed by an opening party in the evening. On the following days, don’t forget to visit the Exhibit Hall. If you’re looking for materials or services or just want to network, the exhibit hall is a valuable tool. What’s more, you can participate in several entertaining games for a chance at the Grand Prize. Maybe it’s cash, a recreational vehicle, or a trip; the prize changes every year. Either way, WOM is not dull.

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On the final evening, don’t miss the awards banquet where WOM celebrates those that have made remarkable achievements in the modular construction industry. With an independent panel of experts judging in various categories such as:

  • Best of Show
  • Permanent Modular
  • Relocatable Modular
  • Green Building
  • Renovated Reuse
  • Judge’s Choice

With over a dozen sub-categories to be found under both permanent and relocatable modular, the awards banquet is wide-ranging and far-reaching. Winners not only earn prestige, they also are featured in MBI’s global marketing efforts, including a magazine, throughout the year.

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HAVE MORE FUN

After all of that, is there any need for more? Of course, there is! This year’s convention is at La Cantera Resort & Spa, a luxury resort nestled in the Hill Country of San Antonio. This property has seemingly endless amenities to keep you entertained. In addition to the aforementioned golf tournament, you have access to a tennis and pickle ball court, there are nine bars and restaurants on property to choose from, five resort pools, a spa and wellness center, a fitness center, and running trails.

If you are looking for something more and are itching to get off property, catch a shuttle to the San Antonio Zoo, the theme park Six Flags, or San Antonio’s Riverwalk. Visit nearby Hill Country wineries, experience 300 years of Texas at The Alamo or go to The Robert L.B. Tobin Land Bridge wildlife park just 20 minutes away. Off property or on, the 2022 World of Modular Annual Convention and Tradeshow offers plenty of play while learning.

About Aries

Aries is renowned in every kind of commercial modular space solution and provides an array of financing options for even the most demanding projects. Privately-owned, Aries is based in Houston, Texas, with a network in North America that provides modular spaces for government, construction, commercial, medical, oil/gas, and education projects.

As a company, Aries values excellent service and continuously promotes a philosophy of achieving together by learning from our clients, resulting in mutually rewarding results and outcomes.

Don’t miss out on becoming a customer! Visit Aries: www.ariesbuildings.com or call (U.S.) 1-888-598-8869. You can also contact us via our website!

What to Expect: World of Modular 20222022-04-06T18:31:12+00:00
6 03, 2022

The Healthcare Industry and Modular Medical Facilities

2022-07-11T19:25:55+00:00
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The Healthcare Industry and Modular Medical Facilities — A Long History

Amid the hustle and bustle of medical history, building quality has taken a prominent role in saving lives. In this arena, modular medical buildings have often shown they are up to the task.The first prefabricated hospitals debuted in the mid-1800s during the Crimean War after the plea of Florence Nightingale (pictured below) for better field hospitals. Designed for ventilation and sanitation, these field hospitals reduced mortality rates of patients from 12% at the previous buildings to less than 1%.

A sketch of Florence Nightingale with a head covering wearing an elegant period dress with loose sleeves and a voluminous skirt.

In 2021, prefabricated hospitals once again came to the forefront of attention as the world fought to expand its hospital capacity amid the COVID pandemic. Chinese workers built a hospital of 269,000 square feet in two weeks, delivering 1,000 beds. A brand new modular hospital was built in England in the same time slot with 800 beds.

The nearly two centuries between the first and last modular hospitals have proven the quality of modular buildings, and their importance for alleviating the pressures hospitals face, from space constraints to financial difficulties, to the unpredictable changes in demand.

The Healthcare Industry and Modular Medical Facilities — A Diverse History

Modular hospitals make the front page especially when they help alleviate a large-scale crisis. Yet, modular medical facilities take on diverse roles within the daily life of medical care facilities, they are not just reserved for emergencies. From dialysis rooms, to pharmaceutical buildings, to research laboratories, dental offices, multiuse modular and veterinary clinics, modular medical facilities go far beyond the testing labs that have cropped up during COVID and the need for lightning fast solutions.

The proliferation of modular medical facilities comes about as the modular industry has modernized and become more versatile. Medical facilities require very specialized components, and the modular industry has adapted to accommodate the necessities of buildings as varied as obstetric clinics, radiology departments, and surgical rooms. As the healthcare industry reaches a critical mass in terms of demand for these specialized units, the modular industry has become ever more prepared to offer them with the cost and time efficiencies inherent to the industry.

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The Healthcare Industry and Modular Medical Facilities — The Advantages

Modular hospitals provide the healthcare industry with all the traditional advantages of modular building. Because the foundations are placed simultaneously with the manufacturing of the structures off-site, modular construction reduces construction times compared to traditional construction. The assembly line nature of modular construction further reduces building times while also providing quality safeguards. This can amount to millions of dollars of savings for hospitals.

Like with other industries, modular also provides the healthcare industry a wider gamut of financing options than traditional construction. Along with the speed & low collateral construction effects, and cost savings, modular financial options provide hospitals a potential savings decisions.

The Healthcare Industry and Modular Medical Facilities — The Future

As modular buildings get smart upgrades – tech giants like Facebook and Google have begun investing in modular buildings. They will shed negative stereotypes and help transform the healthcare industry. Patients in isolated areas of the country will receive attention at local hospital branches without heading towards central population hubs. Modular will also give patients a chance at more personalized and specialized care. A care that is unhindered by the amalgamation of overhead costs in one large, central hospital building. Altogether, portable healthcare for sale and lease has the potential of lowering costs of healthcare.

The Healthcare Industry and Modular Medical Facilities – Aries

Aries believes that modular is at its best when it offers turn-key solutions tailored to the client’s needs. That’s why medical facilities receive a one-on-one professional. We will work with the clients to  find the right solutions, getting them operational as quickly as possible. With experience in workforce housing, emergency relief, education, construction, business, healthcare, and more, Aries has the right space solution for healthcare needs. Along with custom building designs, Aries also offers various financing options.

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About Aries

Aries is a modular building provider of office buildings to be used as construction offices, portable school classrooms, mobile hospitals, workforce housing at oil pipeline sites, storage containers, and for disaster recovery relief, but we’d love to help you acquire your modular building for any purpose at all! We offer full turnkey solutions with exceptional customer service and robust financing options. We pride ourselves on combining technical and financial innovation. As well as, strategy that has already established us as a first choice to customers. Become a customer today! Visit Aries: www.ariesbuildings.com, or call (U.S.) 1-888-598-6689.

The Healthcare Industry and Modular Medical Facilities2022-07-11T19:25:55+00:00
3 03, 2022

Custom Modular Classroom Case Study

2023-03-14T17:44:27+00:00
Exterior view of the Catholic School. A large metallic cross sculpture is on green grass in the lower left corner framed by a circular walkway that leads off to two buildings in the background on the right and a line of trees to the left.

Austin, Texas, is currently the fastest-growing urban city, considering the impact COVID has had recently. According to the latest U.S. Census report, there has been a steep incline in population growth within the past twenty years, a 21% increase within the last decade alone. The city has had at least a 4% birthrate near the national average. This kind of information is necessary for the Austin Independent School District in planning the city’s projected educational needs. Although COVID concerns have depressed AISD’s public school enrollments, charter and private schools have seen an uptick.

With the pandemic demanding safer space solutions, overcrowded classrooms become problematic. Coupled with steady annual growth in student population, the issue becomes exacerbated. Such was the case for this Private Catholic School.

Interior panoramic view of a new modular classroom at Holy Family Catholic School with student backpacks and books at the desks spaced far apart.

THE PROBLEM

Seven Catholic parishes are growing quickly that feed into and support this Catholic School. With a desire to provide a school that “works with parents to nurture the whole child’s growth — spiritually, intellectually, socially, emotionally, and physically,” this Catholic School was established in 2000 to meet the community’s needs.

“…we believe in educating the whole child: heart, mind, body, and soul.” – Principal of the Catholic School.

Starting with 158 students and a staff of 18, the school consisted of eight portable buildings temporarily housed at one of the local parishes. The following year, the campus moved to a 20-acre plot within the Texas Hill Country. However, it wasn’t until recently, with their student body reaching over 650 from Pre-K to eighth grade, that Phase II of their mission came to fruition. In desperate need of additional space, the school investigated modular solutions, having previous experience with portable buildings in their early years.

Interior photo of the Catholic school’s modular staff lounge. Wood doors on the left and right, gray carpeted floors, gray wood-grain tabletop in the foreground with three blue chairs. In the background against the wall is a row of wooden cabinets with a microwave, sink, dishwasher, refrigerator, and garbage can.

THE SOLUTION

There can be a lot of trepidation around prefabricated buildings if you are new to the concept. However, portable buildings are a common solution for overcrowded educational facilities. Already familiar with the benefits this type of modern construction can offer, by way of their original eight buildings, the school turned to Aries Building Systems to help bring in Phase II of their mission.

As with most schools, budget-friendly is a necessity. There are cost savings to modular buildings in lieu of brick and mortar. Plus, the school needed specific design aspects to be taken care of so the new buildings would seamlessly blend with the old brick and mortar buildings already on the campus. Aries was able to provide this service for even more cost savings. Typically, there is also a time-saving in modular construction versus traditional construction. However, the pandemic handicapped all construction, and the industry is still recovering as are many businesses. The pandemic was just one more challenge to overcome.

Nevertheless, Aries Buildings delivered 31 modules, 100% modular, and 100% completed before leaving the factory. Over 11,000 square feet of one-story buildings were added to the existing campus. The buildings were being built at a facility at the same time that work was underway to prepare the property. Fortunately, jurisdictional authorities did not require additional or special documentation to install the units.

Exterior photo of the Catholic School. Tree on the left with a building stretching across the photo. The building has a multi-colored brick façade, several windows, and a wood and metal portico over a glass door entrance. The word, “grace” is posted on the side of the building.

Design Features of Aries Modular Buildings for School Campus

Aries’ team designed the new custom modular classrooms to match the brick-and-mortar buildings that were previously built when the school was founded. The exterior of the buildings are brick and stucco, with metal roofs, and have storefront quality windows and doors.Parents and students see these custom modular classroom as the first buildings when they enter the campus. The interior consists of kinetic carpet, tape and textured walls, elevated ceilings, and accent walls throughout the custom modular classrooms. With customizable floor plans, a wide array of options was available to meet the customer’s needs.

Aerial photograph of the school campus. Multiple modular buildings connected by a covered walkway on fresh dirt angled across the picture from upper left to lower right, filled out by green grass and trees.

CHALLENGES

The modular buildings were installed in the drainage area of the campus, which required the Aries’ team to develop multiple drainage systems to divert water safely away from the building footprints. The mechanical system was designed and installed under the City of Austin’s environmental requirements to keep the operation costs low, and at the same time be eco-friendly. Green concrete alternatives including Tru-Grid were utilized to minimalize the impervious coverage of the construction to avoid increasing the retention ponds on a tight campus footprint. The Aries’ team worked with the staff at the school to keep the costs in check during the installation amid a pandemic.

Even with these challenges, the Aries’ team was able to design, build, and install modular buildings that match the existing campus, providing different visual elevations that the current facilities did not provide, solved environmental challenges, with a pleasing aesthetic inside and out, and all in time to start the new school year in 2021.

It is projected that Austin, Texas will continue its trajectory of growth. This beloved Catholic School is now prepared for that growth and Aries Building Systems is ready too!

“I invite you to explore our website and learn more about our faith-filled community and I hope to see you on our beautiful campus soon!” – Erin Vu, principal of The Catholic School

About Aries

Aries provides prefabricated office buildings, construction trailers, portable school classrooms, mobile hospitals, workforce housing, storage containers, and disaster recovery relief. We would be happy to help you acquire a modular building for any purpose you may have! Aries offer full turnkey solutions with exceptional customer service and robust financing options. We pride ourselves on combining product quality, design expertise, technical and financial innovation, and strategy. This has already established us as a first choice to customers.

Become a customer today!

Visit Aries: www.ariesbuildings.com, or call (U.S.) 1-888-598-6689. You can also contact us via our website, or request a quote here.

Custom Modular Classroom Case Study2023-03-14T17:44:27+00:00
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