Allied Modular NEWS

Many businesses around the world are looking for ways to cut costs while still providing a great work environment for their employees. Modular construction has been growing tremendously over the past 20 years and is starting to become a primary resource for large and small businesses alike.

In days gone by it has been a mainstay for a company to hire a local contractor to build office space or other enclosures within their facility. This technology has not changed much in approximately 50 years. Drywall dust, mud, taping and a host of other trades create a dangerous environment for most people to work under. The area must be sectioned off from the rest of production and office staff to keep them safe from dirty air and debris. Not to mention there’s a never ending parade of contractors walking in and out of the facility at strange times and schedules.

Many large businesses look at downtime as being the largest cost to their bottom line. Many midsize and small companies fail to recognize this as a profit killer. Completing design work offsite along with manufacturing and planning increases the completion time in some cases more than 80%. Alleviating any down time to your company is imperative in any successful change.

Modular construction has been around for decades and is finally making its place in the commercial market. By using the latest in technology, modular building companies can create any type of space by using a panelized modular wall system instead of the old conventional methods of drywall, mud and paint. In addition modular structures can be quickly rearranged to meet the latest needs of the business. No more throwing away dumpsters full of drywall and lumber and dust. This reduces waste in our landfills. Now it's about reconfiguration and implementing the latest in construction ideas and lean building practices.

If you have not looked at modular buildings lately, we suggest that you learn all you can about them and discover all of the benefits they bring to your business. One aspect of modular building that is always beneficial is the small businesses benefit from Internal Revenue Code section 179 deductions for modular buildings, clean rooms and other items for projects up to $800,000 and can be depreciated 250,000 in fiscal year 2009 alone. Contact your tax advisor for additional information.