Modular Units

Metek's modular construction uses pre-engineered volumetric units that are supplied to customers as structurally engineered load bearing modules. These units can be completely fitted-out or left empty for client fit out.

MBS machinery is used extensively throughout the UK, where 15 modular units for student accommodation are produced daily. Metek also provide components to toilet manufactures.
Typical uses

Student Accommodation
Hotels and Hotel extensions
Hospitals
Residential buildings
Flats
Key worker accommodation
Low rise affordable housing
Private housing
Temporary accommodation
Retail buildings
Home/office in garden modules

Metek modular units are highly specified and exceed new building regulation requirements. Off-site manufacture ensures that a high quality product is delivered.
Key advantages of the Metek modular system

Reduction in construction cost through much reduced construction time on site (50-60%)
Greater certainty of completion on time and to budget
Much reduced wastage in manufacture and on site
Greater reliability and quality

Client related savings

The client related savings come from five sources:

Direct savings on site preliminaries
Earlier return on rental or use
Reduced interest charges
Economies of scale
Cost savings

Site related savings

The site related savings are from:

Reduction in foundation size
Reduction in site welfare facilities
Less call backs
Less weather dependent
Less noise and disruption
Reduction in site overheads
Less dependent on site labour