Why Turkey for Containerised Modular Solutions?

Engineering and Manufacturing Capability

Turkey has a well-established steel fabrication and heavy engineering sector with decades of export experience. Turkish manufacturers supply containerised solutions to NATO defence programmes, major oil and gas operators and UN humanitarian agencies — a track record that reflects genuine engineering capability, not just low-cost production.

Strategic Location

Turkey’s geographic position — bridging Europe, the Middle East, Central Asia and Africa — means shorter transit times and lower shipping costs to the regions where containerised solutions are most in demand. A container manufactured in Ankara can reach Dubai, Lagos, Baku or Warsaw faster and more cost-effectively than equivalent products from Western Europe or Asia.

Competitive Production Costs

Turkish manufacturing costs are significantly lower than Western European equivalents without compromising on engineering standards or certification quality. For budget-constrained projects — humanitarian operations, government procurement, infrastructure development — this cost advantage is decisive.

International Certification Capability

Leading Turkish container manufacturers hold DNV, ISO, CE and military standard certifications. Tamga Modules produces DNV 2.7-1 certified offshore containers, ATEX certified explosion proof units and MIL-SPEC compliant military systems — the same certifications required by international oil majors, NATO forces and UN agencies.

What Tamga Modules Manufactures

Offshore and DNV Certified Containers

DNV 2.7-1 certified containers for offshore crane operations. A-60 fire-resistant offshore containers for platform installations. Custom offshore units for equipment storage, workshops and dangerous goods transport. Supplied to oil and gas operators across the North Sea, Middle East and West Africa.

Defence and Military Container Systems

MIL-SPEC and NATO standard military camp container systems. Ballistic-resistant accommodation and command units. EMP-shielded electronics containers. Mobile field hospital and medical post systems. Supplied to national defence ministries and NATO peacekeeping operations.

Energy and Power Solutions

Diesel and natural gas generator containers from 20 kW to 2 MW. E-House and mobile substation containers up to 132 kV. BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) containers for grid stabilisation and renewable energy storage. ATEX certified units for hazardous area power distribution.

Healthcare and Humanitarian Systems

Mobile field hospital containers compliant with WHO Emergency Medical Team standards. PSA oxygen generator containers for remote medical facilities. Pharmaceutical cold storage containers for vaccine and medicine cold chains. Supplied to UN agencies, international NGOs and government health ministries.

Industrial and Process Containers

Compressor containers for offshore and onshore applications. Oxygen and ozone generator containers for industrial and water treatment use. Cold storage containers for food, pharmaceutical and industrial applications. Special purpose containers engineered to unique client specifications.

Tamga Modules: Quality and Certification

Every Tamga Modules container is produced under ISO 9001 quality management systems and undergoes factory acceptance testing before delivery. Our certification capabilities include:

• DNV 2.7-1 — offshore container certification
• ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU — hazardous area equipment
• ISO 1496 — standard container structural certification
• MIL-SPEC / STANAG — military standards
• ISO 13485 — medical device quality management
• CE marking — European market compliance

Export Markets

Tamga Modules exports containerised modular solutions to clients across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Central Asia and beyond. Our logistics capability covers road, rail, sea and air delivery — from our manufacturing facility in Ankara, Turkey to project sites worldwide.

Contact Tamga Modules to discuss your containerised solution requirements → sales@tamgamodules.com

Step 1: Define the Primary Function

The starting point for any special purpose container specification is a precise definition of what the unit must do. Vague requirements produce containers that don’t perform as expected. The primary function determines the structural configuration, internal fit-out, certification requirements and environmental specifications.

Common Special Purpose Container Functions

Control Room and Command Centre Containers

• Houses SCADA, DCS or military command systems
• Requires: UPS power, precision HVAC, EMI shielding, cable management
• May require: EMP hardening for military applications, blast resistance for process plant installations
• Key certification: ATEX if installed in hazardous area, DNV 2.7-1 if offshore

Laboratory and Testing Containers

• Mobile analytical laboratories for oil and gas, environmental and pharmaceutical applications
• Requires: fume extraction, chemical-resistant worktops, specialist gas supply, precision temperature control
• May require: ISO 17025 laboratory accreditation compliance
• Key certification: ATEX for volatile chemical handling, medical standards for pharmaceutical labs

HAZMAT Storage Containers

• Storage of flammable liquids, chemicals or radioactive materials
• Requires: spill containment bund, flame arrestors, ventilation, static grounding
• Key certification: ATEX Zone 1 or Zone 2, ADR/IMDG for transport, COSHH compliance

Secure Storage and Armory Containers

• Military ammunition, weapons and sensitive equipment storage
• Requires: ballistic-resistant panels, reinforced locking systems, tamper detection
• May require: EMP shielding for electronic equipment, climate control for ammunition stability
• Key certification: MIL-SPEC, NATO STANAG standards

Mobile Data Centre Containers

• Server room and data processing in remote or temporary locations
• Requires: precision cooling, redundant power, fire suppression, physical security
• Key certification: Uptime Institute Tier standards, EN 50600 data centre standards

Step 2: Establish the Certification Requirements

Certification requirements are determined by where the container will be installed and operated — not by what is inside it. Get this wrong and the container will be refused on site.

Certification Checklist

• Offshore crane operations → DNV 2.7-1 mandatory
• Zone 1 or Zone 2 hazardous area → ATEX/IECEx mandatory for all electrical equipment
• Marine installation on vessel → Lloyd’s Register, ABS or DNV class notation may be required
• Military application → MIL-SPEC, STANAG or NATO standards as specified by the authority
• Medical application → ISO 13485, WHO or national health authority standards
• Road transport in EU → ADR for dangerous goods, abnormal load permit for oversized units

Step 3: Define Environmental Conditions

Special purpose containers are often deployed in environments that standard containers are not designed for. Define the full range of conditions the unit must operate in:

• Ambient temperature range — minimum and maximum, including solar radiation effects
• Humidity range — critical for electronics, pharmaceuticals and precision instruments
• Corrosion exposure — C3 inland, C4 coastal, C5-M offshore marine
• Wind and snow loads — for permanent or semi-permanent installations
• Seismic requirements — for installations in earthquake-prone regions

Step 4: Specify the Structural Configuration

Standard ISO container structures are designed for corner-loaded stacking and intermodal transport. Special purpose containers often require structural modifications that must be engineered and certified:

• Additional lifting points — for non-corner lift configurations or offshore crane operations
• Structural openings — for doors, windows, cable entries and ventilation penetrations
• Floor reinforcement — for heavy equipment loads or forklift access
• Blast resistance — for process plant or military installations within blast zones

Any structural modification invalidates the original ISO certification. All modified containers must be recertified by a competent authority before use.

Tamga Modules Special Purpose Container Solutions

Tamga Modules engineers and manufactures special purpose containers for complex operational requirements across defence, energy, offshore and industrial sectors. We manage the full specification, engineering, certification and delivery process — from initial requirement definition to certified unit on site.

Our special purpose container capabilities include ATEX explosion proof containers, E-House and control room containers and DNV certified offshore units.

Contact us with your operational requirement and we will engineer the right special purpose container solution → sales@tamgamodules.com

Why Remote Sites Demand a Different Approach to Modular Buildings

Commercial prefabricated buildings are designed for accessible sites with available utilities, stable ground conditions and reasonable climate. Remote site modular buildings must address a fundamentally different set of challenges:

• Transport logistics — units must be transportable by road, sea or air to locations without standard infrastructure
• Extreme climate — operating temperatures from -40°C in Arctic environments to +55°C in desert locations
• Self-contained utilities — power, water and waste management must be integrated, not assumed
• Rapid deployment — operational requirements often demand days, not weeks, from delivery to occupancy
• Structural durability — units must withstand years of operation in harsh conditions without significant maintenance

Modular Building Types for Remote and Industrial Sites

Workforce Accommodation Buildings

Single and multi-storey accommodation blocks for oil field camps, mining sites and construction projects. Key specification requirements:

• Minimum floor area per person to operator welfare standards
• Individual sleeping cabins with en-suite or shared bathroom options
• Integrated HVAC sized for local climate extremes
• Noise insulation — minimum 35 dB Rw between adjacent sleeping areas
• Capacity from 20 to 2,000+ personnel in modular increments

Site Office and Administration Buildings

• Open plan and partitioned office layouts
• Meeting rooms, reception and welfare facilities
• IT and communications infrastructure pre-installed
• Operational within hours of delivery — no on-site fitting out required

Industrial Workshop and Maintenance Buildings

• Large clear-span floor areas for equipment maintenance
• Heavy-duty steel frame construction for crane and forklift loads
• Industrial ventilation and lighting
• Loading bays and roller shutter doors
• Available in widths up to 24 metres without internal columns

Military and Defence Buildings

• MIL-SPEC and NATO standard configurations
• Ballistic-resistant panel options for forward operating base applications
• Rapid deployment — full building operational within 48 hours of site arrival
• Helicopter-liftable module weights for air-mobile operations
• EMP shielding options for command and communications facilities

Healthcare and Emergency Buildings

• Clinic, medical centre and field hospital configurations
• Medical-grade HVAC with positive and negative pressure capability
• WHO Emergency Medical Team compliant layouts available
• Rapid deployment for disaster relief and humanitarian operations

Climate Specification for Remote Site Modular Buildings

Arctic and Sub-Arctic Environments

• Wall U-value: maximum 0.20 W/m²K
• Triple-glazed windows minimum
• Anti-freeze systems for water supply and drainage
• Heating capacity: maintain +18°C interior at -40°C ambient
• Snow load structural design to local code requirements

Desert and Tropical Environments

• Wall U-value: maximum 0.35 W/m²K
• Reflective roof coating to reduce solar heat gain
• Cooling capacity: maintain +24°C interior at +55°C ambient
• Sand and dust filtration on all HVAC air intakes
• UV-resistant external coatings

Transport and Deployment Considerations

Remote site modular buildings must be designed for their transport route from the outset:

• Road transport — maximum module width typically 4.5 metres without special permit; confirm route restrictions
• Sea transport — modules must be ISO corner fitting compatible for container vessel loading
• Air transport — C-130 and C-17 compatible module sizes for military airlift applications
• Helicopter lift — maximum sling load weights and lift point specifications

Tamga Modules Prefabricated Modular Building Solutions

Tamga Modules designs and manufactures prefabricated modular buildings for oil and gas, mining, military and humanitarian applications. Our buildings are factory-built, climate-specified and deployable within days of site arrival.

We also supply complete oil field camp container solutions and military camp container systems for integrated remote site infrastructure.

Contact us with your site location, climate conditions and occupancy requirements → sales@tamgamodules.com

How PSA Oxygen Generation Works

PSA stands for Pressure Swing Adsorption — a proven industrial gas separation technology that extracts oxygen from ambient air. The process uses zeolite molecular sieve material to selectively adsorb nitrogen, allowing oxygen to pass through at high purity.

A standard PSA oxygen generator operates in two alternating cycles:

• Adsorption cycle — compressed air passes through the zeolite bed, nitrogen is adsorbed and oxygen-enriched gas exits at 93–95% purity
• Regeneration cycle — the zeolite bed is depressurised, releasing the adsorbed nitrogen to atmosphere and regenerating the sieve for the next cycle

The result is a continuous stream of oxygen at specified purity and flow rate, produced entirely from ambient air with no consumables other than electricity and compressed air.

PSA vs Cylinder Supply: The Operational Comparison

When PSA Oxygen Generator Containers Are the Right Choice

• Remote locations where cylinder resupply is costly, unreliable or logistically complex
• Extended operations where the total cost of cylinder supply exceeds the capital cost of a generator
• Military and humanitarian operations where supply chain vulnerability is a strategic risk
• Offshore platforms where helicopter or vessel delivery of cylinders is operationally constrained
• Disaster response where local oxygen supply infrastructure has been destroyed

Medical vs Industrial PSA Oxygen: Key Differences

Medical Grade PSA Oxygen

• Output purity: 93% ±3% — compliant with WHO and pharmacopoeial standards for medical oxygen
• Requires ISO 13485 quality management certification
• Must include continuous purity monitoring with automatic shutdown on excursion
• Cylinder filling station integration available for portable oxygen supply
• Used in field hospitals, remote clinics and humanitarian medical operations

Industrial Grade PSA Oxygen

• Output purity: 90–95% depending on application requirement
• Higher flow rates — up to 500 Nm³/hour for large industrial applications
• Used for welding, cutting, water treatment, chemical oxidation and mineral processing
• Lower regulatory burden than medical grade — no pharmacopoeial compliance required

Key Specification Parameters

• Required flow rate — Nm³/hour or litres/minute at specified purity
• Required purity — 93% for medical, 90–95% for industrial applications
• Outlet pressure — bar gauge at the point of use
• Power supply — voltage, frequency and available capacity
• Ambient temperature range — affects compressor and sieve performance
• Altitude — PSA performance decreases at altitude due to lower air density
• Regulatory requirements — ISO 13485 for medical, industrial standards for process applications

Tamga Modules PSA Oxygen Generator Container Solutions

Tamga Modules designs and manufactures PSA oxygen generator containers for medical, military, offshore and industrial applications. Our medical grade units comply with WHO and ISO 13485 requirements. Our industrial units cover flow rates from 10 to 500 Nm³/hour.

We also supply mobile field hospital containers with integrated oxygen supply and ozone generator containers for water treatment and industrial oxidation applications.

Contact us with your required flow rate, purity and site conditions → sales@tamgamodules.com

What Is DNV 2.7-1?

DNV 2.7-1 is the offshore container standard published by DNV (Det Norske Veritas), one of the world’s leading classification and certification bodies. It defines the design, construction, testing and marking requirements for containers intended for use in offshore lifting operations — from supply vessels to platform decks.

The standard covers containers up to 25,000 kg gross mass and applies to any unit lifted by crane in a marine environment. It is recognised globally by oil majors, drilling contractors and port authorities.

What Does DNV 2.7-1 Actually Test?

Certification is not just a paperwork exercise. Every DNV 2.7-1 container must pass:

• Structural load testing — dynamic load factors up to 2.5g
• Lifting point integrity — pad eyes, slings and rigging hardware
• Impact resistance — corner and side impact testing
• Weathertight integrity — seals, vents and drainage systems
• Marking and documentation — serial number, gross mass, test date

DNV 2.7-1 vs ISO 1496: What’s the Difference?

ISO 1496 is the standard for standard shipping containers — road, rail and sea transport. DNV 2.7-1 is specifically for offshore crane lifts in marine environments. The key difference is the dynamic load factor: ISO containers are tested for static loads, while DNV containers must withstand the shock and swing forces of an offshore crane lift in heavy seas.

Using an ISO container for offshore lifting without DNV 2.7-1 certification is a serious safety violation and is rejected by most oil and gas operators.

Who Requires DNV 2.7-1 Certification?

• Major oil companies — Shell, BP, TotalEnergies, ExxonMobil
• Drilling contractors — Transocean, Valaris, Noble
• FPSO and platform operators
• Offshore wind farm developers
• Marine logistics and supply vessel operators

Most operator contracts specify DNV 2.7-1 as a minimum requirement. Non-certified containers will be rejected at the quayside.

What Types of Containers Can Be DNV 2.7-1 Certified?

Offshore Cargo Baskets and Freight Containers

Open top and closed freight containers for tools, equipment and general cargo. The most common DNV certified unit on offshore supply vessels.

Workshop and Laboratory Containers

Fully fitted offshore workshops and labs with DNV certified structural frames. Used for maintenance, testing and analysis on platform decks.

Generator and Compressor Containers

Power generation and compressed air units certified for offshore crane operations. Must meet both DNV 2.7-1 structural requirements and ATEX electrical standards.

Chemical and Dangerous Goods Containers

Certified units for transporting hazardous materials offshore. Require additional IMDG and IMO compliance alongside DNV certification.

Accommodation and Office Containers

Offshore living quarters and site offices with DNV certified frames. Used on FPSOs, jack-up rigs and semi-submersibles.

How to Verify DNV Certification

A genuine DNV 2.7-1 container will have a permanently affixed data plate showing the container serial number, gross mass, tare weight, test date and the DNV type approval number. You can verify the certificate directly on the DNV My Foundation portal using the approval number.

Always request the original test certificate and type approval documentation from your supplier before accepting delivery.

Tamga Modules DNV Certified Container Solutions

Tamga Modules manufactures DNV 2.7-1 certified offshore containers for oil and gas platforms, drilling operations, offshore wind projects and marine logistics across Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

Our units are designed, built and tested to meet the full requirements of the standard — from pad eye load testing to weathertight integrity checks. We also supply ATEX certified explosion proof containers and offshore compressor container systems for hazardous area operations.

Contact us to discuss your DNV container requirements → sales@tamgamodules.com

What Is an E-House Container?

An E-House (Electrical House) is a factory-built, containerised power distribution centre housing medium and low voltage switchgear, motor control centres (MCC), control systems, protection relays and auxiliary equipment in a single integrated enclosure.

The entire unit is assembled, wired, tested and commissioned in the factory before delivery. On site, the E-House connects to incoming power supply and outgoing distribution cables — eliminating the need for on-site electrical construction work.

What Is a Mobile Substation?

A mobile substation is a trailer-mounted or skid-mounted power unit containing a transformer, high voltage switchgear and protection systems. It steps voltage down from transmission or sub-transmission level to distribution voltage — typically from 33 kV, 66 kV or 132 kV incoming to 11 kV or 33 kV outgoing.

Mobile substations are designed for rapid connection to the grid — either as emergency bypass units during permanent substation maintenance or as temporary supply for major construction or industrial projects.

Key Differences: E-House vs Mobile Substation

When to Specify an E-House Container

E-House containers are the right choice when:

• The project requires medium or low voltage distribution — switchgear, MCCs, control systems
• The installation is in a remote location where on-site electrical construction is impractical or costly
• The project duration justifies custom engineering — E-Houses can be configured precisely to load requirements
• The site requires ATEX certified equipment for hazardous area installations
• The unit needs to be relocated as the project develops — E-Houses are crane-liftable and road-transportable

Typical E-House Applications

• Oil and gas remote wellhead and pipeline power distribution
• Mining site motor control centres and distribution boards
• Renewable energy — solar farm and wind farm inverter and distribution rooms
• Industrial plant expansion — additional distribution capacity without permanent construction
• Offshore platform power distribution — DNV certified E-Houses for marine installations

When to Specify a Mobile Substation

Mobile substations are the right choice when:

• The project requires high voltage transformation — stepping down from transmission to distribution voltage
• A permanent substation is out of service and continuity of supply must be maintained
• The power requirement is temporary — major events, construction projects, seasonal demand peaks
• Deployment speed is critical — mobile substations can be energised within hours of arrival

Typical Mobile Substation Applications

• Emergency bypass during permanent substation maintenance or failure
• Temporary supply for large construction projects — airports, hospitals, data centres
• Grid reinforcement during peak demand periods
• Disaster recovery — restoring power after flood, earthquake or storm damage

Can You Use Both Together?

Yes — and in many large projects, both are required. A mobile substation steps transmission voltage down to distribution voltage at the site boundary. An E-House then distributes that power across the site to individual loads. The two solutions are complementary, not competing.

Tamga Modules E-House and Mobile Substation Container Solutions

Tamga Modules designs and manufactures containerised E-Houses and mobile substations for oil and gas, mining, renewable energy and infrastructure applications. Our E-Houses are engineered to your specific voltage, load and environmental requirements, with ATEX and DNV certified options for hazardous area and offshore installations.

We also supply diesel generator containers and compressor containers for integrated remote site power and process solutions.

Contact us with your voltage requirements, load profile and site conditions → sales@tamgamodules.com

Why Offshore Accommodation Containers Are Different

Onshore accommodation containers must be comfortable and functional. Offshore accommodation containers must also be:

• Structurally certified for crane lifting in marine environments
• Compliant with offshore safety and escape requirements
• Resistant to saltwater corrosion over extended operational periods
• Capable of maintaining interior comfort in extreme ambient conditions
• Compliant with offshore welfare standards — which are significantly more demanding than onshore equivalents

Structural and Certification Requirements

DNV 2.7-1 Certification

Any accommodation container that will be crane-lifted onto an offshore platform or vessel must be DNV 2.7-1 certified. This certifies the structural frame, lifting points and corner fittings for dynamic offshore crane loads. Non-certified units will be refused at the quayside by all major oil and gas operators.

Corrosion Protection

Offshore environments impose severe corrosion demands. Specify minimum C5-M corrosion protection category (ISO 12944) for all external steel surfaces. This includes:

• Surface preparation to Sa 2.5 standard
• High-build epoxy primer
• Polyurethane topcoat
• Minimum dry film thickness: 320 microns total

Fire and Explosion Protection

Offshore accommodation containers on or near process areas must meet fire resistance requirements. Specify the appropriate fire rating:

• A-0 — standard fire-resistant bulkhead, 0-minute integrity
• A-60 — 60-minute fire integrity, required for accommodation adjacent to process areas
• Blast-resistant — for installations within the blast zone of process equipment

Welfare Standards for Offshore Accommodation

Major oil and gas operators follow international offshore welfare standards that define minimum requirements for personnel accommodation. Key requirements include:

Sleeping Quarters

• Minimum floor area per person: typically 4.5 m² for single occupancy, 3.0 m² per person for twin occupancy
• Individual bunk with privacy curtain for shared cabins
• Personal storage — minimum one wardrobe and one drawer unit per person
• Individual reading light and power outlet at each bunk
• Blackout blinds and noise insulation to minimum 35 dB reduction

Sanitation Facilities

• Maximum 8 persons per shower and per toilet
• Hot water supply — minimum 60°C storage temperature
• Separate male and female facilities where mixed gender workforce
• Greywater and blackwater management compliant with MARPOL regulations for marine installations

Thermal Comfort

• Interior temperature maintained at 18°C to 26°C regardless of ambient conditions
• Minimum air changes: 6 per hour for sleeping areas, 10 per hour for sanitation areas
• Individual temperature control in sleeping cabins where possible

Insulation Specifications for Offshore Accommodation

Sandwich panel construction is the standard for offshore accommodation containers — combining structural steel outer skins with insulated core panels. Key insulation specifications:

• Mineral wool core — non-combustible, meets offshore fire resistance requirements
• PIR (Polyisocyanurate) core — higher thermal performance, suitable for extreme climate applications
• Minimum wall U-value: 0.35 W/m²K for temperate climates, 0.20 W/m²K for arctic applications
• Acoustic performance: minimum 35 dB Rw for sleeping cabin partitions

HVAC Specifications

• Cooling capacity: sized for maximum anticipated occupancy at peak ambient temperature
• Heating capacity: sized for minimum ambient temperature with full occupancy
• Air filtration: minimum G4 pre-filter and F7 fine filter for offshore environments
• ATEX certified HVAC equipment for installations in or adjacent to hazardous areas

Tamga Modules Offshore Accommodation Container Solutions

Tamga Modules designs and manufactures offshore life support and accommodation containers to DNV 2.7-1, A-60 fire resistance and major operator welfare standards. Our units are supplied with full certification documentation and C5-M corrosion protection as standard.

We also supply complete oil field camp container solutions and prefabricated modular buildings for onshore workforce accommodation.

Contact us with your offshore accommodation specification and we will design the right solution → sales@tamgamodules.com

ISO 1496: What the Standard Actually Covers

ISO 1496 is the primary international standard for freight containers. It defines:

• External dimensions and internal volume
• Gross mass ratings and stacking loads
• Corner fitting specifications and twist lock compatibility
• Structural testing requirements — racking, compression, floor strength
• Door and seal requirements

ISO 1496 certification means the container can be safely transported by road, rail and sea using standard intermodal equipment. It does not certify the container for offshore crane operations, hazardous area installations or modified structural configurations.

Standard ISO Container Dimensions and Specifications

When ISO 1496 Is Not Enough: Additional Standards for Specialist Applications

Offshore Operations: DNV 2.7-1

Any container lifted by crane in a marine environment must be certified to DNV 2.7-1 — not ISO 1496. DNV 2.7-1 tests for dynamic load factors up to 2.5g, which ISO 1496 does not address. Using an ISO-only certified container for offshore crane lifting is a serious safety violation rejected by all major oil and gas operators.

Hazardous Areas: ATEX / IECEx

Containers installed in Zone 1 or Zone 2 classified areas must have ATEX or IECEx certified electrical systems. ISO 1496 covers structural integrity only — it says nothing about electrical equipment suitability for explosive atmospheres.

Modified Containers: Structural Recertification

Any structural modification to an ISO certified container — cutting openings, adding lifting points, removing floor sections — invalidates the original certification. Modified containers must be structurally recertified by a competent authority before use.

ISO Container Types for Industrial and Energy Applications

Dry Freight Containers

Standard enclosed steel containers for general equipment storage and transport. The most widely available and cost-effective option for non-hazardous, non-offshore applications.

Open Top Containers

Removable tarpaulin roof for crane loading of tall or bulky equipment. Used for transformers, compressors and structural steel components that cannot be loaded through standard doors.

Flat Rack Containers

Collapsible sides for heavy and wide loads. Maximum payload up to 45,000 kg. Used for vehicles, heavy plant and oversized industrial equipment.

Modified and Custom Containers

Standard ISO containers modified with doors, windows, HVAC, electrical systems and internal fit-out for use as site offices, workshops, control rooms and accommodation. Must be structurally recertified after modification.

Key Specification Checklist for Industrial ISO Container Procurement

• Confirm ISO 1496 certification — request the original test certificate
• Confirm DNV 2.7-1 certification if offshore crane operations are required
• Specify corrosion protection category — C3 for inland, C4 for coastal, C5-M for offshore
• Confirm ATEX certification if installed in a classified hazardous area
• Request structural recertification documentation for any modified container
• Verify corner fitting compatibility with your handling equipment

Tamga Modules ISO Container Solutions

Tamga Modules supplies ISO certified shipping and storage containers for industrial, military, offshore and infrastructure applications. We supply standard ISO 1496 certified units and DNV 2.7-1 certified offshore containers, with full modification and fit-out capability.

We also supply special purpose containers and ATEX explosion proof containers for hazardous area and specialist applications.

Contact us with your container specification requirements → sales@tamgamodules.com

Natural Gas Generator Containers: Advantages and Limitations

Advantages

• Lower fuel cost — natural gas is typically 30–50% cheaper per kWh than diesel in markets with pipeline access
• Lower emissions — approximately 25–30% lower CO2 than diesel, and significantly lower NOx and particulate matter
• Continuous fuel supply — pipeline-connected units never run out of fuel, eliminating the logistics of diesel resupply
• Longer service intervals — gas engines typically require less frequent oil changes than diesel equivalents
• Quieter operation — gas engines generally produce less noise than comparable diesel units

Limitations

• Pipeline dependency — requires pipeline infrastructure or LNG/CNG supply chain at the site
• Higher installation cost — gas fuel systems require more complex installation than diesel tanks
• Cold start performance — gas engines can struggle in very cold climates without preheating systems
• Regulatory complexity — gas installations often require additional permits and inspections

Diesel Generator Containers: Advantages and Limitations

Advantages

• Fuel availability — diesel is available virtually everywhere, making it the default choice for truly remote locations
• No pipeline required — self-contained fuel tank integrated into the container
• Proven technology — diesel generators have decades of field-proven reliability in harsh environments
• Cold weather performance — diesel engines are more reliable in Arctic conditions with appropriate cold-start packages
• Lower capital cost — diesel units typically have lower purchase price than equivalent gas units

Limitations

• Higher fuel cost — diesel is more expensive per kWh than natural gas in most markets
• Fuel logistics — remote sites require regular diesel resupply, adding cost and operational complexity
• Higher emissions — diesel produces more CO2, NOx and particulate matter than natural gas
• Shorter service intervals — more frequent oil and filter changes increase maintenance cost

Bi-Fuel Systems: The Best of Both

For applications where gas supply is available but not guaranteed, bi-fuel generator containers offer a practical solution. These units run primarily on natural gas but automatically switch to diesel when gas supply is interrupted — providing the fuel cost and emissions benefits of gas with the reliability guarantee of diesel backup.

Bi-fuel systems are increasingly specified for:

• Offshore platforms with associated gas availability
• Industrial sites near gas infrastructure with unreliable supply
• Mission-critical applications requiring guaranteed uptime
• Sites transitioning from diesel to gas as infrastructure develops

Decision Framework: Which Technology Is Right for Your Project?

Choose Natural Gas If:

• Pipeline infrastructure exists or LNG/CNG supply is reliable
• The project duration justifies the higher installation cost
• Emissions reduction is a contractual or regulatory requirement
• Fuel logistics to a remote site are costly or operationally complex
• Ambient temperatures are above -20°C

Choose Diesel If:

• The site is genuinely remote with no gas infrastructure
• Project duration is short and capital cost must be minimised
• Arctic or sub-Arctic operating conditions apply
• Rapid deployment with minimal installation complexity is required
• Fuel storage on site is feasible and secure

Choose Bi-Fuel If:

• Gas supply is available but not guaranteed
• Maximum uptime is a critical requirement
• You want fuel flexibility without compromising reliability

Output Range and Container Sizing

Tamga Modules Gas and Diesel Generator Container Solutions

Tamga Modules manufactures natural gas generator containers and diesel generator containers for oil and gas, mining, military and infrastructure applications. We also supply bi-fuel configurations for applications requiring maximum fuel flexibility.

All units are factory-assembled and load-tested before delivery, with output ranges from 20 kW to 2 MW in 20ft and 40ft container formats.

Contact us with your power requirements and site conditions → sales@tamgamodules.com

Step 1: Define Your Medical Capability Requirement

The single most important specification decision is defining what clinical capability the unit must deliver. This determines everything else — size, HVAC, electrical load, medical gas supply and staffing implications.

Primary Care and Triage Units

• 5 to 20 treatment stations
• Wound dressing, triage assessment, basic diagnostics
• Vaccination and maternal care configurations
• Deployable in under 2 hours
• Typical footprint: one or two 20ft containers

Surgical and Trauma Units

• Full sterile operating theatre environment
• Anaesthesia gas supply, surgical lighting, instrument sterilisation
• Negative pressure isolation for infection control
• Requires medical-grade HVAC with positive and negative pressure switching
• Typical footprint: two to four 20ft containers linked

ICU and Inpatient Ward Units

• 10 to 50 beds per module
• Medical gas outlets at every bed position
• Patient monitoring system integration
• Expandable by linking additional modules

Full Field Hospital Complex

• Combined triage, surgical, ICU, pharmacy and laboratory capability
• 50 to 300+ bed capacity across multiple linked modules
• Dedicated power generation, water supply and waste management
• WHO Emergency Medical Team (EMT) Type 2 or Type 3 compliant configurations available

Step 2: Specify the Environmental Conditions

A field hospital container that performs perfectly in a temperate European climate may fail in a desert or Arctic environment. Specify the full range of ambient conditions the unit must operate in.

HVAC Requirements by Climate

• Tropical and desert — cooling capacity to maintain +18°C to +22°C interior at +55°C ambient
• Temperate — heating and cooling across -20°C to +40°C ambient range
• Arctic — heating to maintain interior temperature at -40°C ambient, with anti-freeze systems for water supply

Medical-grade HVAC must also maintain positive pressure in sterile areas and negative pressure in isolation rooms — simultaneously if the unit includes both functions.

Step 3: Define Power Supply Requirements

Field hospital containers are high electrical load environments. Surgical lighting, HVAC, medical equipment, sterilisation and monitoring systems combine to create significant power demands.

• Specify generator capacity with minimum 25% headroom above calculated load
• Require automatic transfer switch — power interruption during surgery is unacceptable
• Include UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) for critical monitoring and life support equipment
• Confirm grid compatibility if connection to local power is possible
• Consider solar hybrid for extended operations in remote locations

Step 4: Medical Gas Supply

• Oxygen — specify whether cylinder supply, concentrator or bulk liquid oxygen is required
• Medical air — compressed air to medical grade (ISO 7396-1)
• Nitrous oxide and anaesthetic agents — for surgical units only
• Vacuum/suction — at every treatment and bed position in surgical and ICU units

For extended operations in remote locations, containerised oxygen generator systems eliminate dependence on cylinder resupply — a critical logistics advantage.

Step 5: Transport and Deployment Logistics

Specify how the unit will be transported to the deployment location and how quickly it must be operational on arrival.

• Road transport — confirm width, height and weight compliance with route restrictions
• Air transport — C-130 or C-17 compatible configurations for military airlift
• Sea transport — ISO 1496 certified for standard container shipping
• Helicopter lift — weight and lift point specifications for sling load operations
• Deployment time — specify maximum time from arrival on site to first patient

Tamga Modules Mobile Field Hospital Container Solutions

Tamga Modules designs and manufactures mobile field hospital containers for military, humanitarian and remote site medical operations. Our units are configured to WHO EMT standards and are deployable within 24 to 72 hours of site arrival.

We also supply containerised oxygen generator systems and pharmaceutical cold storage containers for integrated field hospital logistics.

Contact us with your medical capability requirement and we will design the right field hospital container solution → sales@tamgamodules.com