Mobile office trailers are an ideal modular solution for a number of industries, from the healthcare industry to the education sector. We’ve even seen more outside-the-box uses for our mobile office trailers, such as concession stands at sporting events.
Although they’re a great solution for maximum speed to occupancy, there is some site prep work that needs to be done.
More specifically, we’re talking about utility connections.
To have success with your mobile office trailer, there are a few connections you should be prepared for. Here are the three main connections your mobile office trailer needs after delivery.
Electrical Connections
Electrical connections are probably the most important connection for an office trailer. Every single use case for a mobile office trailer will require electricity in some way.
Mobile office trailers come with an appropriately sized breaker panel equipped for electrical hookups. Once the trailer is delivered, a connection is made to the electrical panel to power the lights, outlets, and HVAC.
These connections are to be made by a licensed electrician only. Severe fines and penalties can be incurred by those who attempt to make the connections themselves. There are also potential dangers associated with an untrained individual making electrical connections.
Water/Sewer
Some mobile office trailers (generally 10’ x 36’ and larger) may come with sinks and toilets. These can be connected to existing water and sewer on site. Again though, this connection needs to be made after the trailer has been delivered and set up. Proximity to city water lines is necessary. Placement of your mobile office trailer is something you’ll need to plan accordingly.
A second option for mobile office trailers is to use a portable restroom system that provides a 50-gallon water barrel to supply the toilet and a 100-gallon waste tank beneath the trailer. The waste tank is pumped based on a weekly schedule, and the water barrel is filled on the same schedule. The waste is taken off-site and disposed of at a wastewater treatment facility.
Other mobile office trailers may not have a bathroom at all, making an external restroom necessary. Office trailers without a bathroom offer slightly more space, but make a bathroom trip inconvenient, especially during inclement weather.
At Triumph Modular, many of our larger mobile office trailers come equipped with restrooms. However, these are not self-contained restrooms.
In other words, a connection to an existing sewer system would be necessary if you didn’t want to deal with waste collection tanks.
Once this connection is made, the restroom in your mobile trailer will function similarly to an ordinary restroom in any other building.
Data/Phone Connection
Getting a data or phone connection to the mobile office trailer is typically handled by the customer. We recommend that you call your local phone/internet company for that connection. Feel free to ask your Sales Representative for an office trailer that has been wired for connectivity.
Plan Your Site Accordingly to be Close to These Connections
The bottom line with a mobile office trailer is that proximity to electricity, sewage, and water lines is crucial. Without these connections, you likely won’t be able to use your mobile office trailer in the manner intended.
Knowing which connections are important will help you accurately plan out your mobile office trailer area and ensure that you find success, regardless of your industry.
Questions About Mobile Office Trailers?
Our team of modular experts is always ready to answer your mobile office trailer questions. Reach out to us. We’re happy to help.
