Expandable Container House 40ft Specifications

Expanded Size

11800*6160*2480mm

Shrink Size

11800*2200*2480mm

Area

74.34㎡

Weight

6000kg

What is a 40ft expandable container house?

The UVO 40ft expandable container house is a modern residence that combines foldability and convenience. It boasts a spacious 74.34㎡ and can be fully installed with its wings unfolded in approximately 35 minutes. Featuring two to five bedrooms, the house provides a comfortable, practical, and environmentally friendly living experience for families of four to eight.

KEY FEATURES:

  • Large, 74.34 square meters of space
  • Available in 2- to 5-bedroom units
  • Full electrical and water supply
  • Efficient installation in 35 minutes
  • Integrated kitchen and bathroom
  • Accommodates 4 to 8 people

40ft Expandable House Structure

Main Steel Structure System

  • 150×210 Frame Columns
  • 150×210 Hanging Heads
  • Column of Side Gable / P-tube Frame of Fan Wall

Main Roof Beam

  • Main Roof Beam / Secondary Beam of Main Roof
  • Main Beam of Side Bottom / Secondary Beam of Side Bottom

Wall & Insulation System

  • 75mm EPS Sandwich Color Steel Panel

Door & Window System

  • Broken Bridge Aluminum Sliding Window

Floor & Interior System

  • 18mm Cement Fiber Board
  • 18mm Wood Glue Board
  • 2.0mm Plastic Floor

 

House Structure

40ft Expandable Container House Advantages

Expandable Container House 40ft

Larger space, better layout

The 40ft expandable container house adopts a modular design. When unfolded, it can provide up to 74.34 square meters of practical space, which greatly improves the comfort of living and working. The interior layout can be customized into a multi-room structure according to customer needs, making space utilization more reasonable, with clear divisions between living and working, truly realizing “one house for multiple uses”.

Expandable Container House 40ft

Comfortable configuration, livable experience

To achieve a comfortable and practical living experience, UVO 40ft expandable container houses are equipped with a complete home system. The kitchen area is equipped with cabinets, sinks, induction cookers and refrigerator interfaces; the standard bathroom includes a toilet, wash basin and separate shower space. Aluminum alloy windows and double doors are installed in many places to effectively improve the lighting and ventilation effects. The exterior can be extended to a leisure balcony or green space to create a more open and natural living environment for residents.

Expandable Container House 40ft

Multi-room layout to meet long-term living needs

The 40ft expandable house has excellent spatial adaptability and can be flexibly planned as a two-bedroom or five-bedroom layout, suitable for long-term family residence or project team use. The entire system is easy to transport and quick to build. It can usually be installed and put into use within a few hours, truly realizing an efficient solution of "delivery and ready for use".

Why Choose Our 40ft Expandable Houses?

High-Strength Steel Structure

Using high-quality, specially designed structural steel, the top and bottom beams boast a yield strength of 235 MPa, ensuring precise shaping. Full-size galvanized angle fittings (210 x 150 x 160 mm) are durable and withstand repeated lifting and lowering without deformation, ensuring long-term structural stability.

Polished Surface and Powder Coating

The sprayed surface is polished, and the welds are professionally polished to ensure a smooth and even installation. The beams and angle fittings are galvanized for rust and corrosion resistance. The powder coating and baking process adheres to strict temperature and time controls to ensure no omissions or surface defects. The powder is non-toxic, recyclable, and has a service life of over three years.

Waterproof Structural Sealant

High-quality structural sealant is used at the wall panel joints, and butyl tape is used on the roof panels for dual protection. Each unit is 100% waterproof tested to ensure long-term leak-free operation and excellent drainage performance.

Standardized production and transportation

Our factory uses mature molds and standardized dimensions for production, enabling quick and efficient on-site installation, reducing construction complexity and increasing project delivery speed. During transportation, one 40ft high cube container can accommodate one 20ft container houses.

40ft Expandable Container House Layout Options

UVO 40ft expandable container houses are tailored for users who need more space, taking into account practicality and living comfort. The series offers a variety of layout options, including two bedrooms and one living room, three bedrooms and one living room, and four bedrooms and one living room, which can flexibly meet the needs of different families or project scenarios. Each housing unit is equipped with a spacious living area, a practical kitchen, and separate toilet and shower facilities to fully meet the functions of daily life. The larger area design improves lighting and activity space, and is suitable for multiple purposes such as long-term residence, temporary office or construction site camp.

Note: The unit design may be slightly adjusted based on inventory and customization requirements, and the specific room type will be confirmed before placing an order.

2 Bedrooms and 1 Living Room

3 Bedrooms and 1 Living Room

4 Bedrooms and 1 Living Room

Expandable Container House Area Design Details

UVO expandable houses feature multiple interior and exterior options that can be cleverly customized to suit appearance and security needs, allowing customers to choose from a variety of home package options.The spacious and bright living room accommodates a sofa and desk, creating a comfortable environment for both leisure and work. The bedroom is well-planned, accommodating a double bed and storage cabinets for privacy and relaxation. The bathroom features a shower, washbasin, and toilet, providing comprehensive amenities for daily convenience. The kitchen area is equipped with cabinets, a sink, and electrical outlets to meet basic cooking needs. The overall layout is efficient and practical, making the living experience more comfortable.

In addition to furniture and appliances, rooftop and balcony customization can be tailored to the user's desired functional and aesthetic preferences. Custom solar systems are designed to balance environmental protection and energy efficiency. Custom doors and windows offer a wide variety of options. Doors and windows are made of various materials, including steel and aluminum alloy. Windows are available in single-leaf, double-leaf, and sliding styles, while doors are also available in single-leaf, double-leaf, and luxury security doors. Custom flooring is available in two high-quality materials: SPC and PVC. SPC flooring is wear-resistant, waterproof, and highly stable, while PVC flooring offers excellent flexibility, anti-slip properties, and a wide variety of colors and styles.

Multiple Application Combinations

UVO expandable houses are an ideal choice for a variety of application scenarios with their efficient and convenient installation methods and flexible use of space. In addition to purchasing a 40ft expandable house separately, we also provide a variety of combination solutions, such as a movable trailer model, a three-in-one combination suitable for camping, and a double-layer structure to meet larger space needs.

Whether it is used for office, accommodation, commercial retail or temporary project camps, UVO can customize different configurations according to customer needs to create a practical, beautiful and easy-to-transport modular space solution.

Trailer Expandable House

Double-storey Expandable House

Three-in-one Expandable House

Expandable Container House Product Specifications

Main Frame Material

Q235 Hot-dip Galvanized Steel

Circuit System

National standard SAA Certified, equipped with RCD, switch, and socket.

Bathroom

Toilet door glass door, integrated shower (sliding door 8mm tempered glass), toilet, wash basin, shower head.

Wall

Exterior walls, main roof, and side roofs: 75mm insulated EPS sandwich panels Partitions: 50mm insulated EPS sandwich panels

Balcony

1.5/2/3m front balcony with fence and terrace roof

Voltage standard

230V Standard Voltage&Plug

Floor

18mm Cement Floor + 18mm Plywood Floor + 2mm SPC/PVC Floor

Door(Optional)

Broken Bridge Aluminum, Steel, Thermally Insulated Aluminum Double Door

Kitchen(Optional)

The L-shaped kitchen cabinets, wall cabinet combination, quartz countertop, stainless steel sink with faucet, and all kitchen modules have been installed.

Plumbing System

Certified toilet and plumbing configuration, installed on the exterior wall of the bathroom, with 100mm black water, 50mm grey water, and 1/2 inch hot and cold water hose connections.

Window

Single-glazed/Double-glazed Aluminum alloy Frame

Furniture (Optional)

Bed, Table, TV, Fridge, Washing Machine, Microwave, Air Conditioner, Curtains, etc.

House Systems (Optional)

Thick Insulation, Triple Glazing, Floor Heating, Pipe Insulation, etc.

Roof (Optional)

Balcony Half Roof, Full Roof, Awning Roof (Size: 2200*1500mm)

Expandable house container shipping and installation

Expandable Container House Installation

Expandable Container House Loading

Expandable Container House Frequently Asked Questions

The minimum order quantity for our expanded container houses is 1 unit. Customization is available for individual units, and bulk purchases offer tiered discounts.

UVO well aware of customers' concerns about waterproof performance. At the beginning of product design, we took sealing, weather resistance and structural stability as core elements to ensure that each expandable house can provide a safe, dry and comfortable living environment under the premise of correct installation and use.

We also offer a range of options to enhance waterproofing. For example, installing flashing at key joints significantly improves sealing, while providing sloped roof structures and gutter systems to effectively drain water, reducing the impact of rainwater on the building structure and minimizing the risk of leakage.

Yes, UVO expandable houses are mobile. If you choose the basic trailer chassis, this will be the most convenient way to move your home within private land. In addition, the expandable houses can also be transported to the new location by truck, but this process usually requires the use of a crane.Before moving the home, it must be folded back into a compact state. 

The uses and specifications of expandable houses can vary significantly across different countries and regions. In particular, before using an expandable house as a permanent residence, commercial space, or for long-term use, you must consult with your local municipality or regulatory agency to ensure compliance with local building codes, land use standards, and safety regulations.

UVO standard production typically takes approximately 30-35 days, with shipping times varying depending on the country and region. Delivery times are negotiable. This lead time covers the entire process, from order confirmation to design, structural engineering, manufacturing, assembly, quality inspection, and shipping.

We support customization of exterior graphics, interior layouts (e.g., bathrooms and kitchens), and intelligent systems (e.g., smart home systems). Please provide design drawings or a list of requirements.

Our container houses have obtained ISO 9001 and CE certifications, and have passed Australian, American, and European standards.

Yes, UVO expandable houses have excellent insulation performance. All our house structures use 50 to 75 mm thick high-density glass wool insulation boards as the main wall and roof materials to effectively isolate the external heat and cold conduction. At the same time, the entire series of UVO expandable houses are equipped with double-layer hollow glass windows as standard to further improve the overall insulation effect.

The UVO expandable house itself has a hot water system. We use a modular design, and the toilet has its own electric water heater. You only need to connect cold water from the outside to use it as hot water.

Yes, UVO provides a variety of customization and modification services to meet the personalized needs of different customers. Whether it is removing bathroom modules, adding additional doors and windows, configuring gutter systems, or making other structural and functional adjustments, as long as it is within the overall size and structure of the house, our team can provide you with flexible solutions.

The main structure of the UVO expandable house is manufactured by our own factory in China, strictly following international standards to implement production processes to ensure product quality and consistency to better meet the needs of different markets.

UVO provides a 2-year structural warranty for all expandable houses, as well as warranty services for fixtures, accessories and surface coatings.Please note that the warranty does not cover wear and tear during normal use, as well as damage caused by accidents, misuse, natural disasters or extreme weather. 

UVO expandable houses offer flexible installation adaptability. Common foundation types include: reinforced concrete floor, concrete pad, compacted ground foundation, etc.The final foundation type should be comprehensively evaluated based on local soil conditions, climate characteristics, installation site height differences, and your budget and preferences. 

Shipping costs will vary depending on how far your delivery location is from our factory warehouse and the complexity of the delivery, so we recommend that you contact us for an accurate quote before confirming your order.

No. UVO expandable house is not a container, but a product we developed and designed for living comfort, structural safety and space efficiency. Unlike traditional container homes, our expandable house uses a new custom structure with higher living quality and thermal insulation performance.

UVO expandable houses are rated A for fire resistance, providing reliable fire protection for various living scenarios.

UVO expandable container houses have excellent wind and earthquake resistance. Its wind resistance level reaches 11 and its earthquake resistance level reaches 8, which can effectively cope with most extreme weather and geological disaster risks.

The UVO expandable home has a lifespan of up to 30 years. This durability is closely related to its optimized material selection and structural engineering.

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OUR 4 STEP PROCESS

01 Request Quote

Select your desired unit with any additional features & delivery. Receive your final quote so you can arrange finances.

02 Confirm Quote

Carry out your due diligence, confirm you are satisfied & ready to proceed. We will then jump on a quick call to confirm.

03 Start Build

Once we have received payment we will begin your build. Depending on our capacity this may take up to 3 months.

04 We Deliver

Depending on your delivery method, we will either deliver your Expander to you or you can pick it up from our Christchurch yard.

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