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EXH20 Expandable Container House

Expandable Container Series

Best-selling size: folds to 5.9 × 2.2 m, opens to 38 m² with 1–2 bedrooms. 13+ slope-roof finishes plus glass-curtain-wall flat-roof models.

Key specifications

Expanded Size (L×W×H)
5900 × 6300 × 2480 mm
Folded Size (L×W×H)
5900 × 2200 × 2480 mm
Floor Area
38.2 m²
Occupancy
2–4 people
Total Power
12 kW
Net Weight
≈ 3.5 t
Expandable container house installed on site
Expandable container house configuration and floor plan options

Product overview

The expandable container house is an innovative building solution built on a fully modular, prefabricated design. Taking a standard shipping container as its structural base and integrating folding expandable wings, it unfolds on site to deliver almost three times the internal floor area — while still staying within standard sea-container transport and unloading dimensions. The result is a dramatic gain in space efficiency and on-site layout flexibility.

01Core structure & materials

Main frame

High-strength galvanised square tube and galvanised angle steel build a heavy-duty load-bearing frame with excellent wind and seismic resistance and strong corrosion protection.

Walls & insulation

Double-sided colour-coated steel sandwich panels combine structural strength with fire separation, thermal insulation and heat retention.

Connection & expansion

Industrial-grade high-strength hinges at every key load-bearing and pivot joint keep the structure stable and the seals reliable through repeated folding and unfolding.

02Core advantages

01

Efficient transport & storage

Folded down it keeps a standard container footprint, cutting sea and road freight costs and simplifying centralised warehousing.

02

Rapid on-site deployment

With a high level of prefabrication, on-site work is limited to unfolding the two wings, which shortens the construction cycle considerably.

03

Flexible customisation

Standard 10 ft, 20 ft, 30 ft and 40 ft sizes, plus tailored layouts for housing, temporary offices, commercial showrooms, camp accommodation and other project needs.

Expandable container house layouts and interior options
Expandable container house technical cutaway and configurations

Technical Specifications

Slope-Roof Standard Configuration (2.5 mm Frame)

Overall Dimensions
Expanded Size (L×W×H) 5900 × 6300 × 2480 mm
Folded Size (L×W×H) 5900 × 2200 × 2480 mm
Floor Area 38.2 m²
Occupancy 2–4 people
Total Power 12 kW
Net Weight ≈ 3.5 t
Structure
Main Frame Hot-dip galvanized steel; 80×80×2.5 mm square tube roof/floor beams, 2.0 mm bent-plate cross beams and columns
Wing Frame Galvanized P-profile & square tube; 130 mm galvanized folding hinges
Finish Electrostatic powder coating on the whole frame
Roof & Walls
Center Roof 1.0 mm welded steel plate
Ceiling Panels 50 mm EPS sandwich board
Exterior Wall 75 mm EPS sandwich panel (12 kg/m³ EPS core, 0.35 mm color steel both sides)
Interior Partition 50 mm EPS sandwich board
Floor
Subfloor 18 mm fireproof magnesium-oxide board (center & wings)
Floor Finish 2.0 mm PVC flooring
Doors & Windows
Entry Door Broken-bridge aluminum door
Bedroom Doors Steel doors
Windows 5 × aluminum sliding window, 930 × 930 mm
Electrical
Breaker System 63 A leakage protector + MCBs as required
Lighting LED ceiling lights / recessed lights
Wiring 6 mm² mains input, 6 mm² bathroom, 4 mm² kitchen & A/C, 2.5 mm² sockets, 1.5 mm² lighting
Kitchen & Bath
Kitchen Standard L-shaped cabinet
Bathroom Bathroom door, shower set, basin + mirror cabinet, toilet, sliding shower screen, floor drain, plumbing

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an expandable container house, and what sizes and layouts are available?

A modular house that is transported folded (about 2.2 m wide) and expands sideways on site to a width of up to 6.3 m — suitable for homes, showrooms, shops and hotels. Five models: EXH700, EXH10, EXH20, EXH30 and EXH40, with expanded outside dimensions of approximately 5.9 × 4.8 m, 2.95 × 6.3 m, 5.9 × 6.3 m, 9 × 6.3 m and 11.8 × 6.3 m. The 20 ft and 30 ft models take 1–3 bedrooms and the 40 ft takes 1–5 bedrooms, all including a living area and bathroom. Reference loads per 40HQ: 6 × EXH700, 4 × EXH10, 2 × EXH20, 1 × EXH30, 1 × EXH40 — options such as doors, glazing, cladding and terraces change the packing, so confirm freight against the final configuration.

What is included as standard and what is optional?

Standard: galvanised steel frame, 50 mm EPS roof panel, 75 mm EPS exterior wall panels, 50 mm EPS partition panels, aluminium sliding windows, thermal-break aluminium entry door, dry/wet separated bathroom, steel bedroom doors, 220 V/50 Hz electrics (lighting, sockets, air-conditioner socket, RCD) and an L-shaped kitchen cabinet. Insulation is EPS as standard; mineral wool and polyurethane cores are also available — specify both the core material and the panel thickness. Optional: upgraded cabinets, windows and doors, exterior cladding, wood-grain or UV-coated wall panels, flooring, pitched roof and balcony.

Can the layout and fittings be customised — bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom, doors and windows, roof?

Within the chosen size and folding structure you can change the number of bedrooms, whether the kitchen is open or separate, how the bathroom is used, storage, furniture, and door and window positions and quantities. Bathroom upgrades include a dry/wet separated shower, marble flooring and a premium shower. Exterior options include engraved metal panels, glass curtain walls, pitched or flat roofs, terraces and canopies, and underfloor heating is available for cold regions. The central structure and folding sections determine where partitions, openings and services can run; unusual layouts are adapted to the folding mechanism.

Can the electrical system match my country's voltage and socket standards?

Yes. Australian, European, American, British, Italian, Indonesian and other standards can be configured. Please provide the destination country, voltage, frequency, plug type and high-load appliances such as air conditioners and water heaters. Local connection and earthing must be carried out by a licensed electrician; component selection does not replace the local electrical approvals a building requires.

Can expandable houses be joined together or used for two-storey projects?

Yes — units can be joined and stacking is possible up to 2 storeys, for two-storey apartments, offices or commercial space. The foundation, frame connections between units, internal openings, stairs and railings, roof and joint waterproofing, and services must all be designed together. A single-unit installation drawing is not enough for a joined or two-storey building; confirm the full layout and number of storeys before production, and local structural and building approvals may be required.

How is an expandable house delivered and installed on site?

It travels folded. On arrival it is unloaded onto prepared support points with a crane, expanded to both sides, the frame fixed, edges trimmed and joints sealed, then water and power connected and doors, windows, pipework and electrics checked. Installation is simple: two to three workers complete a standard unit in about 1–2 hours, and a detailed installation manual and videos guide each step. Make sure the foundation is level, tighten all bolts and nuts, and avoid scratching the surfaces during installation.

What site preparation is needed before delivery?

Complete a level foundation or support points, make sure trucks and unloading equipment can reach the installation area, leave unloading space and working space on both sides, reserve water and power connections according to the project drawings, and clear landscaping, stored materials and buried services from the expansion area. Foundation loads and anchoring must follow the chosen model and site design. For storage between uses, keep the unit on level, dry ground out of prolonged extreme weather.

What is the service life, and how well does it stand up to wind and earthquakes?

15–20 years under normal use and maintenance. Wind resistance is typhoon category 12 (wind speed 32.7–41.4 m/s) and seismic resistance reaches intensity 9. Check bolt tightness regularly, clean the surfaces, and service the hydraulic rods and seals according to how often the unit is used to keep it in good condition.

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