One roof is not enough? Find out how to combine several roofs into one system.
Container shelters are one of the most popular solutions wherever speed of installation, durability and flexibility are important. They do not require foundations, permits or the involvement of a general contractor. But what if you need more space than a single module offers? It can be done - and without buying special kits or jointing systems. It all plays out in the details, or more precisely in the tarpaulin.
How do container shelters come together?
The secret is in the flange. Every canopy in the iNamiot.pl/gb/ range has a PVC tarpaulin that is longer and wider than the steel structure. This extra material on the sides, front and back are called flanges. With these, you simply slope one tarpaulin over the other - as with a traditional roof slope connection. This type of installation gives full tightness and aesthetics, without the need to add additional steel elements or special gutters. The structures can function as one larger roof - without draughts or leaks.
What do you need to fulfil to make the connection work as it should?
The installation of bonded canopies is not difficult, but it does require precision. Three things are key: that the containers are evenly level, that the distance between them is the same (in line with the design of the canopy), and that the diagonals between the corners are identical. This avoids twists and strains that could stretch the tarpaulin or make it difficult to tension. In practice - if you set up the containers well, assembling two or three canopies is no different to assembling one.
You can do it yourself - or have it assembled by a team
Many companies assemble canopies themselves, using basic tools and the help of 2-3 people. But when it comes to larger layouts (such as 10×24 m or 10×36 m), it makes sense to enlist the help of an installation team. The team of experienced installers cooperating with iNamiot.pl/gb/ has carried out dozens of such orders, taking care of the tightness, the tension of the tarpaulin and the visual effect of the end result. This is not mandatory - but it definitely speeds up the process and guarantees full quality.
Who joins canopies most often and where?
This option is mainly used by logistics companies, building depots and farms. In logistics - as a loading and unloading zone, shelter for palletised goods or temporary storage. In agriculture - as a feed shed, livestock field shelters or machine protection. There are also special orders, such as canopies for customs, which are used for the inspection and clearance of vehicles. The common denominator? The need for a larger but flexible space - which can be built in stages.
Realisation at the border - how a canopy for customs officers in Hungary was created
One of the best examples of the application of this technology is the installation carried out on behalf of Hungarian customs. A total of 7 containers and 4 container shelters of the model C3340 measuring 10×12 m were installed at the border post. This created three connected 10×24 m roofs and one independent 10×12 m roof. The whole creates a functional space for truck clearance and customs protection - ready to go in a matter of days, without foundations or bureaucracy. This shows that combining canopies is not a compromise - but a viable solution for institutions and companies with high demands.
Why combine canopies instead of building one large hall?
This is a question that comes up again and again in conversations with customers. And the answer is logical: flexibility. Building a single hall means more cost, more paperwork and no ability to change the plan quickly. Modules, on the other hand, you can combine, move, expand - without permission, without downtime. If you are unsure of the target size of your space, a modular system is simply the safer choice.
Want more space? Add another roof
The advantage of iNamiot.pl's container shelters is their scalability. Need a single shed today? Great. In six months - a second one? Simply connect. A third? No problem. The tarpaulins and structures are ready for this, and the modular nature of the system means that you don't lose your investment, you just expand it. This saves money, time and... nerves.
Bottom line: modules that grow with your business
Connecting container shelters is an easy way to expand your space without unnecessary costs or restrictions. With the right tarpaulin design and precise container positioning, two (or more) roofs can act as one large structure - without leaks or play. And on top of that - with the ability to expand, relocate and change the layout.
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