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14 09, 2018

Know Your Different Modular Building Leases

marshall2019-02-15T23:41:04+00:00

Know Your Different Modular Building Leases

As the business world becomes progressively faster paced, the utility and usefulness of modular construction has become well-known to project managers looking for a versatile solution to their space problem. From a portable container to store on-site construction materials, to a full-scale temporary modular campus, modular buildings are being used more and more every day.

To help companies that are looking to quickly finance modular buildings, Aries Building Systems has put into place several attractive leasing options to choose from. Low interest rates make leasing an incredibly affordable option, even when considering additional costs like delivery and installation.

Leasing modular buildings also means that you can avoid amortization fees. Leasing includes all the same things that purchase does: delivery, installation, site work costs – although some costs may not be rolled into the leasing contract and may have to be paid up front.

The aesthetic design of modular buildings have come a long way and are a far cry from the grey, drab structures of yesteryear. Now, they can be custom built and designed to fit any floor plan for any application – from portable containers to modular classrooms and offices, with a wide array of potential amenities to boot. With all that being said, what’s the best leasing option for you?

SHORT TERM LEASE

A vast majority of our business comes from companies who are looking to make use of a modular building for a short period of time. In this instance, a short-term lease is preferable. Rather than make a commitment to a long-term lease with a traditionally constructed building, a modular building gives you the freedom to lease only the time that you need. This can potentially save your company thousands of dollars in costs!

Low monthly payments are the main benefit to choosing a short term modular building lease. Monthly rates are based of the type of building you and length of lease that you choose. A short term modular building lease delivers with it a high level of flexibility, and typically range from 12 to 60 months.

OPERATING LEASE W/ BUYOUT

With an operating lease with a buyout option, you are able to own your modular building at the end of the lease term that you select. When choosing this option, you are allowed to choose both the lease term and the buyout amount. You simply pay the monthly lease rate, and, at the end of the lease term, you can complete the building purchase by paying the buyout amount you selected.

Typically, an operating lease w/ buyout has a term length between 24 and 72 months, with buyout options in the range of a few thousand dollars. Another major benefit is the fact that Aries owns the building entirely throughout the lease term. That means that you don’t have to be bothered with maintenance costs. At the end of the lease, you take full ownership.

MUNICIPAL LEASE

This is a low interest financing alternative available to government and municipalities, schools, and some charter schools.

LONG-TERM LEASE

Longer-term modular building operating leases offer lower payments and peace of mind knowing you are locked in at your rate for the term of the modular building lease. Short-term portable modular building leases are perfect for swing space or when you are not exactly sure how long you will need the temporary space. All of our operating leases can be renewed an unlimited number of times, giving you the flexibility to effortlessly balance your budget and space needs.

Knowing the variety of lease types available prepares you to select the right modular building to fit your needs. All of these lease types are available at Aries Building System and can be browsed via our online modular inventory page.

If you believe that Aries could be of service to your organization and provide you with the lease you need, please visit us ariesbuildings.com or give us a call at (888) 702-0134.

Know Your Different Modular Building Leasesmarshall2019-02-15T23:41:04+00:00

31 08, 2018

Top 5 Industries to Utilize Modular Buildings

marshall2019-02-16T00:10:50+00:00

Modular buildings’ varied capabilities make them an ideal choice for a large variety of industries. Their accelerated turnaround time make them ideal for sectors that require timeliness but don’t want to compromise on quality and standards. The possibilities for modular building industries are almost limitless.

At Aries Building Systems, we have worked with many types of clients, most frequently with those in civil industries. Whether you need a modular building for initial construction, expansion, renovation, relocation, or even a combination of these, Aries has a relocatable building for any step in the process.

We love to work with any industry, but we have picked the Top 5 industries that utilize our modular buildings.

1. Commercial

Our projects are completed 50% faster than traditional on-site construction making us an ideal choice for a business that is ready to move forward quickly. Because our buildings are designed in modules, we help bring commercial visions to life by catering to a business’ specific requests. Take our work with Les Schwab Tires for example. We provided the company with modular buildings to serve as temporary showrooms while they remodel over 470 locations. Other examples of commercial applications that can utilize our modular buildings are:

Real estate offices
Corporate offices
Banks
Restaurants
Community or country clubs
Hotels and motels
Entertainment facilities
Camps
Franchises
Any other custom facility

2. Government

Interior of a modular building, showing a hallway of cubicles offices.

Building a government facility means adhering to rigid requirements and specifications; something Aries is more than capable of doing. Whether for local, state, regional, or even federal facilities, we can provide top quality modular buildings for a variety of projects. The Aries’ advantage is especially evident when creating military facilities that have ever-changing needs. Whether it is a military trailer headquarters or soldier barracks, we can meet the specific codes and regulations they may require. Some of our other permanent or temporary government facility applications include:

Administrative/Support
Operations
Medical/Lab
Headquarters
Data centers training
Education
Military barracks
Social services
Parks and recreation
Community centers
Highway and transportation
Police and fire
Emergency spaces

3. Education

Our team of experienced professionals work closely with school administrators to design both temporary classrooms as well as permanent fully-functional schools. For example, Aries worked in Windham, New Hampshire with a school that needed to address the problem of overcrowding. While the old school was being torn down and a new one built in its place, Aries provided 4 classrooms, an office space, and “gang” style bathrooms.

Additionally, we have our California-based office, Class Leasing LLC, that has been the preferred provider of DSA-approved relocatable classrooms for over 20 years.

4. Disaster Relief

Outside view of a destroyed house after a natural disaster.

After a natural disaster, time is one of the most precious resources; those affected need shelter as soon as possible. Aries has worked closely with local, state, and federal governments, as well as disaster response organizations like FEMA and the American Red Cross, to get relief to affected areas as quickly as possible. Whether providing modular housing, modular classrooms, or modular clinics, Aries can help organizations with everything from financing to logistics. We also highly encourage organizations to think about preparing for these potential disasters ahead of time, especially during hurricane season.

Aries also has strategic partnerships with government cooperative agencies that can help save the organizations significant amounts of money. If you purchase or lease through these co-ops, you receive prime access to our products and services at discounted rates.

5. Workforce Housing

Aerial view of Modular Building Camp built and manage by Aries Buildings.

Our full-service workforce housing focuses on quality, value, delivery, and service. These houses help fulfill the needs of oil field companies and other remote labor industries. With the oil industry booming, the demand for housing is exponentially increasing. Aries is working to fulfill these needs and provide top-quality accommodations to those in the oil and gas industry. Our branch company, Aries Residence Suites, focuses specifically on providing workforce housing in Texas, Oklahoma, and North Dakota.

Features of these workforce housing buildings include:

Efficient use of space to accommodate many or few
Expansion capabilities for needed growth
Comfortable, well-appointed bedrooms
Private and group washroom facilities
Fully functional kitchen with up-to-date appliances
Recreational area
Laundry facility
Office
Any other custom needs

These top 5 examples are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the possibilities of workforce housing industries. If you think you could benefit from the Aries Turnkey Advantage, visit our website at https://ariesbuildings.com/ or give us a call at (888) 995-2971.

Top 5 Industries to Utilize Modular Buildingsmarshall2019-02-16T00:10:50+00:00

1 08, 2018

Aries Provides Turnkey Modular Buildings for Windham NH Schools

marshall2019-02-08T19:57:35+00:00

School districts around the nation are starting to go into overcrowding mode, and the pressure to expand their campuses with additional accommodations is at an all time high.

More classrooms. Expanded extracurricular facilities. The list goes on and on.

Along with the extra classrooms, there is also the need for extra office space that may include administrative offices, receptionists, nurses, counselors, custodians, and extra personnel.

Making these additions can be a long and costly process – particularly in the case of one Windham, NH school, who opted to demolish an existing wing of the campus and and create a new one, entirely from scratch.

THE PROBLEM

Obviously, while this major construction is going on, school needed to remain in session. Enter Aries Building Systems – while the existing school is demolished and rebuilt, faculty, staff and students can continue school activities in the turnkey modular campus provided by Aries Buildings Systems.

OUR SOLUTION

Aries worked with the school, designing and installing a building that covers 6500 square feet. This includes 4 classrooms, an office space and “gang” style bathrooms. As pictured, the building came complete with ramps for safety and accessibility. All needed utilities and HVAC units are also provided.

The building was installed with the full extent of our turnkey services, meaning school operations did not have to skip a beat. Thanks to Aries Building Systems, education will not be interrupted and students and faculty have a place they can call their own for 12 months while their main campus is renovated.

Are you in a similar situation? Aries Building Systems are experienced providers of temporary educational campuses. If you’d like for us to work with you, contact us by calling our appropriate regional sales office – or if you already know what you’re looking for, request a quote.

Learn More About Reliant Asset Management

The founders of Reliant have gained experience with lease financing for the modular building industry that spans several decades. A long-term partnership with their finance source brings significant expertise with qualified transactions, and gives RAM the flexible investment capital they need to build capacity and respond to growing customer needs. While a large part of Reliant’s business involves providing remote workforce housing for energy companies operating in the U.S. and Canada, we also offer single and multi-story modular space solutions in the education, healthcare, retail and business sectors. Additionally, RAM works closely with various government agencies and organizations.

In addition to being named to the Forbes list of America’s Top 20 Most Promising Companies, Reliant was also ranked number 3 on the 2014 Inc. 500, Inc. Magazine’s annual list of the fastest growing private companies in the U.S.

Check out our inventory of new and used modular buildings here to find the perfect modular building for your next project.

Aries Provides Turnkey Modular Buildings for Windham NH Schoolsmarshall2019-02-08T19:57:35+00:00

18 07, 2018

Aries is Prepared with Emergency Modular Buildings This Hurricane Season

marshall2019-02-08T20:00:37+00:00

2017 brought unprecedented hurricane destruction to North America. From Houston to Puerto Rico, the storms caused severe flooding and power outages, leaving thousands homeless and infrastructure in disarray. Even today, almost a year later, the recovery efforts are still in progress as these communities work to rebuild their lives.

During these trying times, Aries worked to be of service and provide affordable emergency modular buildings, classrooms, mobile offices, and other temporary building solutions to businesses and government agencies in need of temporary facilities. Though we hope for a calm hurricane season this year, Aries is prepared to provide these types of emergency modular buildings again if necessary.

What to expect this season

We are approaching the most dangerous time-frame of hurricane season which typically runs June 1^st through November 1^st, with the peak falling between mid-August to late October. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center predicts “a 70 percent likelihood of 10 to 16 named storms with winds of 39 miles per hour or higher. Five to nine of those could become hurricanes, with winds of 74 mph or higher, and one to four could develop into major hurricanes, which have winds of 111 mph or higher,” (New York Times). While time will only tell if these storms manifest, regardless, it is important to mentally and physically prepare for the potential damage.

What emergency modular buildings provide for hurricane relief

After any natural disaster one of the most valuable resources is time. The ability to provide immediate solutions is extremely important for people’s safety, health, and overall well being. Emergency modular buildings provide a very quick solution in often frantic times and can give people the necessary shelter they need to begin to rebuild. With short delivery and installation time, emergency modular buildings help drive quicker recovery.

How Aries is prepared for hurricane season

From finance, development, design & manufacturing, and delivery, Aries can take on the entire range of project needs. Their emergency modular buildings can fulfill almost every need, including:

Design/build engineering
In-house manufacturing
In-house transportation arm
Construction services and general construction
Civil work
Land development
Capital and finance leasing
Logistics contracting including:
- Food service and cleaning
- Security and transportation services
- Laundry and tailoring services
- Waste management
- Vector control
- Labor support and supply
- Tailor made maintenance contracts
- Power transmission and design including generators
- Water storage, pumping and sewer treatment
- Consulting

Here at Aries, we are well versed in disaster relief and are prepared to help any way we can. Beyond hurricanes, we have also provided emergency modular buildings during the devastating Canadian wildfire of May 2016 and recent flooding in Louisiana resulting from long periods of torrential downpours in August 2016. With the experience and expertise of the Aries’ workforce, exceptional and fast service is guaranteed.

For more information, or quotes on how we can provide hurricane relief, contact Aries Building Systems at 877-721-4363 or visit our devoted international emergency relief page on our website: https://ariesbuildings.com/international-emergency-relief/

Additional resources to help you mitigate flooding and storm damage:

Aries is Prepared with Emergency Modular Buildings This Hurricane Seasonmarshall2019-02-08T20:00:37+00:00

22 06, 2018

Aries Provides Mobile Showroom for Les Schwab

marshall2019-02-08T20:01:57+00:00

Being re-locatable is one of the shining features of our modular buildings. The practical application of this mobility was demonstrated in a recent project completed by our team.

THE PROBLEM

Les Schwab Tire Centers, a popular tire retail chain in the Northwest United States, have begun a company wide initiative to remodel more than half of their 470 locations. The remodeling process will involve on-site construction, which would normally disrupt normal business activities. In the case of Les Schwab, the concern was that their showroom/sales operations floor would be out of commission during the construction process.

ARIES IS HERE TO HELP

With these rooms being critical for effective sales and customer experience, Les Schwab reached out to Aries for a temporary solution. Our logistics team devised a plan to provide the company with modular buildings to temporarily serve as showrooms.

One of the critical requirements of these containers was being re-locatable. The modular showrooms would only be needed at each site for the first phase of construction, after which the container would be relocated to the next store undergoing the renovation processes.

Les Schwab Tire Center’s architecture and engineering firm recognized Aries Buildings Systems as the perfect solution for their needs.

Aries worked with the Les Schwab Project Management team to design their ideal space. Three buildings have been successfully designed, constructed, delivered, and installed in Spokane, Washington, Ontario, Oregon, and Caldwell, Idaho.

OUR SOLUTION?

Each skid-mount, 20’ x 40’ show room features full storefront glass with moment frame construction. Both the interior and exterior finishes are true to Les Schwab’s original style. The showroom’s waiting areas feature an internet bar and slat wall where products may be displayed.

Aries carefully constructed these buildings to withstand multiple relocations; it is expected that each container will relocate to 3 or 4 different locations per year.

Aries will continue to work with Les Schwab Tire Centers until the remodeling of all stores is complete; Aries will be available for maintenance and building relocation, as needed.

Greg Pfeiffer, Aries Building Systems Senior Account Manager, commented on the success of this project:

“Aries Building Systems is excited to be part of the team of this very recognizable brand in the Pacific Northwest. These show room buildings have earned multiple accolades from our customer, including the Les Schwab CEO, and are a perfect representation of our modular capabilities, as well as the architectural features which identify this customer so readily. And, the relocatable concept incorporated into the design and use assures Aries Building Systems of a long-term relationship with this customer.”

This project wonderfully showcased the commercial applications of modular buildings. By choosing modular construction, Les Schwab Tire Centers are able to continue business as usual!

HOW CAN WE HELP YOU?

Are you looking to make some renovations? The look no further than Aries Building Systems –we will work with you to design the perfect building to suit your modular needs.

Aries Provides Mobile Showroom for Les Schwabmarshall2019-02-08T20:01:57+00:00

24 05, 2018

Aries Provides a Campus to Worthing High School to Accommodate an Influx of New Students

marshall2019-02-08T20:03:10+00:00

Aries Building Systems continues to establish themselves as the go-to team for educational building needs, providing a temporary campus to Richwood County after flood damage, to Austin High School during a main campus renovation, and recently to Worthing High School in Houston, TX.

Worthing High School were short on space after an influx of new students enrolled. The situation called for a fast and convenient solution, so the school contacted Aries.

Aries delivered 11 modular buildings to Worthing High School 6 weeks ahead of schedule! In addition to arriving early, buildings arrived ready for immediate use, no delays in obtaining permitting or certificate of occupancy—the Aries Turnkey Advantage.

Worthing High School enjoyed the Aries Turnkey Advantage—buildings arrived ready for immediate use.

The 8,500 square foot campus encompasses classrooms, restrooms, and a detention pond. By choosing modular construction, Worthing High School received fully functional education space in half the time and at half the cost of traditional construction.

Contact Aries Building Systems for all your modular building needs: 888-995-8560 or [email protected]

Aries Provides a Campus to Worthing High School to Accommodate an Influx of New Studentsmarshall2019-02-08T20:03:10+00:00

26 04, 2018

Aries Provides Temporary Campus During School Renovation

Linda-Brooke2019-02-08T20:04:43+00:00

Modular buildings are the perfect solution to temporary building needs, including temporary housing and offices. Modular buildings also make great school campuses. Aries Building Systems provided a temporary modular campus for the students and faculty of Austin High School in Houston, TX, while the main campus underwent a 2-year, full renovation.

The temporary campus encompasses 140 modules, providing a full campus of large-pack relocatable classrooms. Most of the buildings were 10- or 11-plex, allowing adjacent rooms. Ezra Lyon, Aries Buildings Systems Houston Branch manager states of this building style: “Schools are leaning more towards going with large pack buildings to keep more classrooms under one roof for safety, security, and maintaining a genuine classroom feel.”

The campus was scheduled to be constructed and delivered in 8 weeks. Aries had the job done in 6, despite initial delays in paperwork. In addition to more than 50 classrooms and a cafeteria, Aries provided rooms for band, welding, maritime activities, and a multipurpose building.

Electing for a modular, temporary campus saved the High School time and money, without sacrificing a real and close-knit campus feel. “The key to making this deadline was building and coordinating with the architect, school district, and general contractor in a way that worked. There was a lot of players involved, so getting everybody on the same page was a crucial to getting the job done in the time frame allotted. That’s what Aries does best,” adds Lyon.

Whatever your modular building needs, Aries is here to help. Contact us today: 888-995-8560 or [email protected]

Aries Provides Temporary Campus During School RenovationLinda-Brooke2019-02-08T20:04:43+00:00

29 03, 2018

Aries in Action: Essex County Airport in NJ

Linda-Brooke2019-02-08T21:51:27+00:00

Aries Buildings Systems recently provided a permanent modular building to the operations staff of the Essex County Airport in Fairfield, New Jersey. Previously, the operations staff were housed in an office trailer: Aries was contacted for a more permanent solution.

The building was installed close to the airport, at the base of the main flight control tower. With such close proximity, choosing modular installation reduced the disruption to airport operations that might be inevitable with standard construction.

The new building features ceramic tile floors and painted walls, a 14-inch glass partition between the main office and operations center, a scupper and downspout drainage system, and a pad mounted HVAC system.

Aries Building Sales Representative, David Jones, states of the project, “It is always nice to provide a permanent modular solution in a niche industry like county airports, especially one that fits so seamlessly into the airport aesthetic.”

Airport operations staff now enjoy the luxury of a spacious and permanent building to comfortably work in.

When companies choose modular buildings to meet their needs, they sacrifice much less work time and money, and can usually continue normal operations while the new building is constructed and installed.

Contact Aries Buildings Systems today to design/purchase your perfect modular building! 888-702-0134, [email protected]

Aries in Action: Essex County Airport in NJLinda-Brooke2019-02-08T21:51:27+00:00

20 02, 2018

Demand for Workforce Housing in West Texas Rises

marshall2019-02-08T20:06:00+00:00

2018 is set to be a fruitful year for the West Texas oil field, and for workforce housing in West Texas. The U.S. oil market is flourishing and Texas carries a lot of the weight.

With oil prices recently reaching $63 a barrel, the Energy sector in Texas is preparing for a lot of growth. According to the Houston Chronicle, Texas drillers have been gradually installing new rigs over the course of the last year, and increased the rig count in Texas by nearly 40 percent to 454.

The U.S Energy Information Administration also predicts that in 2018, the U.S will produce an average of 10.3 million barrels a day, with the Permian Basin region alone accounting for 3.6 million barrels a day.

The benefits of having quality workforce housing camp near the wellhead are not to be understated. When producers are looking to capitalize on every advantage they can, the first place they should start is their employees.

Fortunately, there is an industry designed specifically to address this challenge. Aries Building Systems specializes in workforce housing in West Texas, with amenities designed to make extended stays as convenient and comfortable as possible. High quality modular buildings make up Aries’ workforce camps, providing individual bedrooms and bathrooms, laundry, and health/fitness facilities. Aries also offers catering, transportation services, and 24 hour on-site management.

Aries will build to your specifications and offers flexible leasing plans. Choose what works best for your team from a variety of layouts.

Aries Building Systems is happy to step up to the challenge of West Texas workforce housing. After a long day on the rig, rest assured, you will get plenty of R&R with hospitable service at Aries’ workforce camps.

Reach out to us and let’s get started: 888-995-2971 or [email protected]

Demand for Workforce Housing in West Texas Risesmarshall2019-02-08T20:06:00+00:00

6 02, 2018

5 Best Resources for Modular Building News

Linda-Brooke2019-02-08T20:07:55+00:00

The modular industry is constantly growing and evolving, and sometimes it’s hard to keep track of the latest trends. Luckily, we’ve compiled some of the best online resources for modular building news for you.

Modular.org

Modular.org is the homepage for the Modular Building Institute, a non-profit trade association self-proclaimed as “the Voice of Commercial Modular Construction ™.” Under the site’s news tab, readers find a wealth of information about the growth of the modular industry, including past and future business trends.

Issues of the MBI’s quarterly magazine are free to read under the news tab, as well. These publications dive into some interesting content, including juicy facts about the science of modular buildings and interesting new modular applications (think modular elevators!).

The News tab also features a discussion forum where thoughts and questions about modular industry are freely shared.

Ariesbuildings.com

Aries Building Systems’ website has its own news tab, as well, complete with videos, press releases, and a blog series–all about, you guessed it, modular buildings.

The Aries blog provides both helpful and interesting information. Discover news about which industries are embracing the modular movement, with real-life examples. Read about how modular buildings are useful in combating societal and environmental issues like homelessness, storm recovery, and reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.

If you find modular buildings and their growth fascinating, be sure to check out Aries blogs about the past and future of the industry. If you only recently hopped aboard the modular bandwagon or are simply in need of advice on purchasing a modular product, Aries has plenty of informative articles about the basics of modular buildings, their application, and the process of choosing a building manufacturer.

Builderonline.com

This site is a paradise for construction and home market geeks, providing new information on building designs, market trends, and even business strategy. A simple search for “modular” or “modular buildings” will bring you to the archives of modular building news.

Here you will find exciting updates about modular companies making waves in the industry and market trends of the modular industry, specifically. The site also provides details about how exactly modular construction saves time and money.

Modulartoday.com

As the name implies, this site is modular-specific, shedding lots of light on why modular buildings are unique, their various applications, the exciting history and future of modular homes, and helpful tips for consumers.

Modular Today also provides tips on the process of purchasing a modular building and its accompanying lot/land. The site also offers fun articles that offer suggestions about decorating and making a modular home feel like home.

This site’s wealth of modular knowledge can be found by selecting the “general” tab and “article knowledge base.”

Constructiondive.com

This site is full to the brim with the latest and greatest news surrounding the construction industry. Construction Dive gives due diligence to the modular facet of the industry, covering stories about big company moves and modular trade shows.

Construction Dive also provides interesting articles about some ins and outs of the modular world, like “how prefab products get from offsite to onsite.” A quick search for “modular” will bring you to pages of information about modular industry news and fun facts.

Happy reading!

To learn more about Aries Buildings Systems, call (888) 991-5416 or shoot an email to [email protected]

5 Best Resources for Modular Building NewsLinda-Brooke2019-02-08T20:07:55+00:00