Portable Container Offices
High security portable office
How and where you use it is your business
A MAC office will go wherever your business takes you:
Site office? Civil engineering project? Geology? Mineral extraction? Archeology dig?
Seasonal trade? Motor trade? Festival? Or simply somewhere to run your business? Maybe your premises are being
refurbished. Maybe your company is on the move. Maybe you're launching a start-up
business.
Whatever your needs, we have a portable office that fits the bill - and the bill itself will
probably cost a lot less than you imagine.
Though most MAC portable offices are to be
found on construction sites, many of our customers would be hard pressed to tell the difference between a
hod and a hawk.*
What they do know - and rely on - is that a MAC portable office is a
purpose-built business unit, created to meet and exceed British Standard Codes of Practice BS CP3, BS CP11, BS
449 - and MoD Approved Defence Standards 05/29 and HSE93.In other words, a MAC SiteGuardTM Portable
Office will last forever - and resist all attempted break-ins or vandalism.
* For those not in the construction industry, a hod is used for carrying bricks; a hawk is
an essential plasterer's tool.
FAQs: Your questions answered:
Why choose a portable office instead of a traditional building?
Portable offices provide a fast and flexible way to create professional workspace without the cost, disruption, or timescales associated with permanent construction. They can be delivered and installed quickly, making them suitable for temporary projects, business expansion, site offices, and relocations.
Can a container office be used as a permanent workspace?
Yes. MAC portable offices are designed as durable, long-term solutions and are commonly used as permanent or semi-permanent business premises, especially where flexibility or relocation is required.
Do portable offices require planning permission in the UK?
Planning permission depends on how and where the unit is used. Temporary site offices may not require permission, but long-term or permanent installations often do. It’s recommended to check with the local planning authority before installation.
What internal layouts can be created inside a container office?
Container offices can be configured with open-plan desks, private offices, reception areas, or partitioned workspaces. Layout flexibility allows businesses to design the space around their operational needs.
Can I rent a portable office instead of buying one?
Yes. While most MAC offices are bespoke and purchased, standard 20 ft x 8 ft units are available for hire, offering a flexible short-term solution.
What optional upgrades are available for container offices?
Options include air conditioning, exterior security lighting, custom door and window placement, internal partitioning, and different exterior finishes such as smooth or corrugated cladding.
Can a portable office be branded to match my business?
MAC offers a choice of exterior colours, along with various design options that allow businesses to select a finish that complements their branding or site requirements.
A MAC portable office is a bespoke office space – manufactured to your own length, width, and specification*
Standard features include:
- High security doors and windows
- Internal lining and insulation - warm in winter, cool in summer
- All electrics, lighting and top-quality convector heating
- Swift delivery with minimal disruption
- 12 month unconditional warranty
- On site attendance within 24 hours
Options include:
- Exterior security lighting
- Doors and windows positioned to your requirements
- Interior partitioning
- Air conditioning
- Choice of exterior colour. View the full range of colours
- Corrugated or smooth sided exteriors
* AS YOU'D EXPECT, A MAC BESPOKE OFFICE MUST BE PURCHASED
But our standard
20'x8' units are available for hire.
Example Layouts
Find out more about MAC on site accommodation
To summarise: whatever your business or organisation - from construction to NHS hospital,
engineering to education, agriculture to antiques - problems can often be turned into opportunities for
improved efficiency.
At MAC, we look forward to helping you do just that.