Modification Corner: School Bike Shed

CASE STUDY : School Bike Sheds

Container Works has been involved in the successful implementation of shipping containers as a bike shed solution for various local schools. 

Challenges:

Limited Space: Schools may have a limited area that can be allocated to bike storage without compromising other facilities by building conventional bike sheds or adding permanent structures.

Security and Safety: Ensuring the protection and safety of bicycles from theft and vandalism is a crucial requirement.

Budget: Provide a cost-effective solution to implement a bike shed without stretching the budget.

Solution: Creating a Shipping Container Bike Shed

This involves modifying shipping containers in order to convert them into secure bike sheds. 

There are several key advantages that this solution offers:

Space Efficiency: Shipping containers provide a compact and space-efficient design, enabling us to maximise bike storage capacity without the school having to build new permanent facilities. Also offers portability and potential scalability to allow for program expansion. 

Security: Shipping containers are robust and durable, providing secure and weather-resistant storage for bicycles against theft and vandalism.

Cost-Effectiveness: By repurposing shipping containers, this reduces construction costs compared to traditional building materials, ensuring the projects remain within a school's budget. They are also versatile for additional uses like workshops or equipment storage.

Implementation:

Design and Planning: Our engineering team collaborates with staff to understand the schools’ specific requirements, budget, and design preferences. The final design is tailored to fit the available space, incorporating the necessary features. 

Container Selection and Modification: Shipping containers that are structurally sound and in good condition are selected. The containers are then modified to include bike-friendly features, such as bike racks, hooks, holders and additional access.

Delivery and Installation: Once the modifications are complete, the shipping containers are delivered to the school site and installed efficiently, with minimal disruption to daily school activities.