​Operating in the challenging offshore environment demands solutions that prioritize the well-being and safety of your crew. Providing robust, comfortable, and secure living quarters isn't just a necessity; it's a critical component of successful offshore operations.

TLS Offshore Containers International, a global leader in containerized solutions, offers an exceptional answer: the 20ft Offshore Accommodation Container. Specifically engineered for the harsh marine environment, this unit goes above and beyond to ensure both safety and comfort, even in the most demanding conditions.

But what makes this offshore accommodation container the ideal choice for your crew?

Built for the Rigors of Offshore Life: Safety and Durability
Safety is non-negotiable offshore, and the TLS 20ft unit is designed with this firmly in mind.
  1. Superior Fire Protection: Featuring A60 fire insulation and self-closing A60-grade doors, the container provides top-tier fire safety – a critical element on any platform or vessel. The use of flame-retardant cables throughout the electrical system further minimizes risks.
  2. Certified Reliability: This offshore container is certified to the stringent DNV 2.7-1 / EN 12079 standards and is also CSC certified, assuring compliance with the highest international safety and quality benchmarks for offshore lifting and structural integrity.
  3. Extreme Durability: Constructed to withstand temperatures ranging from -30°C to 70°C, the container maintains its structural integrity and waterproofing in diverse climates. The exterior is protected with C5-grade marine paint, offering vital defense against corrosion in the salty marine atmosphere.

Seamless Logistics: Easy Transport and Rapid Deployment
Efficiency in logistics is crucial. The TLS 20ft Accommodation Container is designed for ease from manufacturing to installation.
  • Standardized Dimensions: With standard dimensions (6,058 mm Length; 2,438 mm Width; 2,896 mm Height), the unit is compatible with various transport modes, including sea, road, and air, simplifying the logistics of getting it to your offshore location.
  • Quick Installation: The design allows for rapid deployment and stacking, providing flexibility to quickly scale accommodation as needed.

Creating a Home Offshore: Comfort and Functionality
Beyond structural integrity and safety, the TLS 20ft container focuses on providing a comfortable living space.
  • Thoughtful Interior Layout: The interior is efficiently designed, typically featuring two independent rooms. Each room is fully furnished with essentials like single beds, wardrobes, desks, office chairs, and bedside lamps, creating a private and functional space.
  • Advanced HVAC System: Equipped with marine-grade one-to-two air conditioners, the unit provides both efficient heating and cooling, ensuring a consistently comfortable indoor climate regardless of external weather.
  • Complete Bathroom Facilities: A fully equipped bathroom includes a mirror, toilet, washbasin, shower, multiple sockets, and a high-capacity water heater, providing crew members with all necessary amenities. Mechanical exhaust systems with fire dampers ensure air quality and safety.

Comprehensive and Safe Electrical Systems
The electrical setup is designed for both safety and convenience in an offshore context.
  • Integrated Safety & Communication: Pre-wired for fire safety and communication systems, the electrical setup includes a distribution box, lighting, switches, European standard sockets, and uses marine/offshore standard flame-retardant cables.
  • Easy Connections: Plug-in socket connections simplify on-site hook-up, reducing installation time and complexity.

Tailored to Your Requirements: Customization Options
TLS Offshore Containers understands that every operation is unique. The 20ft Offshore Accommodation Container is highly customizable.
  • Whether you need a single-occupancy living area, multi-person accommodation, or a unit combining living and working spaces, TLS can tailor the configuration and interior layout to perfectly match your specific operational needs.

Why Choose TLS Offshore Containers International?
Selecting a provider with a proven track record is essential. TLS Offshore Containers International is recognized for its commitment to quality, safety, and innovation in containerized solutions.

The 20ft Offshore Accommodation Container is a prime example of their expertise, designed for reliable performance in both on-deck and below-deck installations. Choosing TLS means choosing a trusted partner dedicated to enhancing the safety, comfort, and efficiency of your offshore operations.

Conclusion
For companies operating in the demanding offshore environment, the TLS 20ft Offshore Accommodation Container offers a robust, safe, and exceptionally comfortable living solution. Its superior safety certifications and features, durable construction, ease of deployment, and customizable options make it a premier choice for offshore crew accommodation.

Don't compromise on your crew's safety and comfort. Invest in a solution that stands up to the challenge.

Contact TLS Offshore Containers International today to learn more about how the 20ft Offshore Accommodation Container can support your operations.

TLS Offshore Containers / TLS Special Containers is a global supplier of standard and customised containerised solutions. 
Wherever you are in the world TLS can help you, please contact us.
 
Please download TLS accommodation modular brochure , TLS ABS approved 32ft offshore accommodation module brochureTLS 20ft offshore accommodation container brochure for reference. 


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Written by Oliver

​In the demanding world of oil & gas, mining, renewable energy, and large-scale construction, reliable electrical infrastructure in remote or harsh locations isn't a luxury – it's a necessity. Deploying critical power control systems in such environments presents unique challenges. This is where specialized, robust solutions are essential. Enter the 40ft MCC Shelter from TLS Offshore Containers, designed specifically to meet these rigorous demands.

What is a 40ft MCC Shelter?
At its core, an MCC Shelter houses a Motor Control Center (MCC). An MCC is a vital component in electrical distribution systems, containing essential devices like circuit breakers, contactors, and relays that control and protect motors and other electrical equipment.

A 40ft MCC Shelter takes this critical equipment and places it within a highly modified, durable 40ft shipping container. This creates a self-contained, secure, weather-resistant, and climate-controlled environment, purpose-built for deploying complex electrical power control systems anywhere they are needed, no matter how challenging the location.

Why Choose a TLS 40ft MCC Shelter?
TLS Offshore Containers is a leader in providing robust, functional container solutions. Their 40ft MCC Shelters stand out due to several key features and advantages:
  • Robust Construction: Built to stringent DNV 2.7-1 / EN 12079 standards, these shelters are engineered to withstand the harshest offshore and onshore conditions. Constructed from high-grade steel with corrosion-resistant coatings, they promise longevity and require minimal maintenance.
  • Optimal Climate Control: Sensitive electrical equipment needs stable temperatures. Equipped with advanced HVAC systems, these shelters maintain optimal operating conditions regardless of external extreme weather.
  • Integrated Fire & Safety: Safety is paramount. TLS shelters come fitted with fire detection and suppression systems, along with essential emergency lighting and exits, ensuring compliance with critical safety regulations.
  • Fully Customizable: Every project has unique electrical layouts and requirements. TLS offers extensive customization options, including specific electrical configurations, cable entry points, ventilation solutions, and access arrangements to perfectly match your needs.
  • Easy Transportation & Deployment: Designed based on standard container dimensions, these 40ft units are easily transported and deployed using conventional lifting and handling equipment, making them ideal for remote and difficult-to-access sites.

Advantages That Drive Efficiency
Opting for a prefabricated 40ft MCC Shelter from TLS offers significant operational benefits:
  • Rapid Deployment: Unlike traditional construction, these shelters are pre-fabricated and ready for use upon delivery, drastically cutting down project lead times.
  • Cost-Effective: They provide a more economically viable alternative to building permanent structures in remote or temporary locations.
  • High Mobility: Project needs change. These shelters can be easily relocated, offering unparalleled flexibility and adaptability.
  • Reduced Risk: By protecting critical electrical equipment from environmental damage, theft, and vandalism, they ensure greater operational continuity and reliability.

Applications Across Demanding Industries
The versatility and resilience of TLS 40ft MCC Shelters make them invaluable across a range of industries:
  1. Oil & Gas: Essential for offshore platforms, drilling rigs, and onshore processing facilities.
  2. Mining: Provides crucial power control at remote mining sites and processing plants.
  3. Renewable Energy: Supports infrastructure at wind farms, solar power plants, and hydroelectric stations.
  4. Construction: Ideal for providing temporary or semi-permanent power distribution on large construction sites.
  5. Disaster Relief: Can be rapidly deployed to provide temporary power distribution in emergency or disaster-stricken areas.

Partner with TLS Offshore Containers
The 40ft MCC Shelter by TLS Offshore Containers represents a robust, efficient, and reliable solution for deploying critical electrical control systems in the most challenging environments. Our commitment to quality, safety, and customization ensures you receive a solution perfectly tailored to your operational needs.

Looking for a dependable power control solution for your remote project?

TLS Offshore Containers / TLS Special Containers is a global supplier of standard and customised containerised solutions. 
Wherever you are in the world TLS can help you, please contact us.
 
Product brochures:
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Written by Oliver

As global deployment of energy storage systems accelerates, the battery container has evolved far beyond a basic structural enclosure. It now plays a pivotal role in ensuring deployment efficiency, operational stability, and long-term maintainability of energy storage projects. At TLS, we specialize in providing structural and integrated containerized solutions for battery energy storage systems (BESS). Based on extensive project experience, we have identified six key capabilities that a high-performance battery container must deliver

1. Transport Resilience

Battery containers are often subjected to multiple loading/unloading cycles and long-distance transport via road, sea, or rail. To ensure structural integrity throughout the logistics chain, TLS reinforces container frames, lifting points, and base structures in accordance with ISO container standards. Our designs accommodate conventional transport and lifting methods, ensuring safety, durability, and ease of handling across varied logistical environments.

2. Environmental Protection

Battery containers must be built to withstand challenging site conditions such as high salinity, humidity, dust, or extreme temperatures. TLS applies high-performance coatings compliant with ISO 12944 C4/C5 corrosion protection standards, and our containers meet IP55 or higher ingress protection ratings. For deployments in deserts, coastal zones, or tropical climates, we offer optional configurations such as multi-layer sealing and condensate drainage systems for enhanced environmental resilience.

3. Thermal Management Capability

Battery performance and lifespan are closely tied to stable operating temperatures. TLS containers are designed with reserved airflow channels and mounting interfaces for air or liquid cooling systems. Depending on the project, electric heaters and automated temperature/humidity control systems can be integrated. Our solutions ensure reliable system operation in ambient temperatures ranging from -25°C to +50°C.

4. Modular Integration Flexibility

TLS offers three levels of container integration to match different project requirements and integration strategies:
  • Empty Shell: Provides the structural frame, base, and cable routing interfaces. System integration is handled entirely by the client.
  • Semi-Integrated: Pre-installed battery racks and cable trays are provided, allowing fast on-site battery installation.
  • Fully Integrated: Factory-installed battery modules, electrical systems, HVAC, and fire suppression units — enabling “plug-and-play” deployment upon delivery.
All integration levels follow a modular zoning layout, supporting clear separation between battery strings, electrical compartments, and cooling units. For fully integrated configurations, factory pre-integration can exceed 90%, significantly reducing on-site workload and improving project delivery speed.

5. Customizability for Diverse Projects

Every project brings unique technical requirements — from electrical layouts and communication interfaces to cable entry positions, paint schemes, and regional fire safety codes. TLS supports a high level of customization without compromising delivery timelines, thanks to our mature flexible manufacturing processes. Whether you require single-unit prototypes or batch customization, our team ensures each solution fits your exact specifications.

6. Serviceability and Maintenance Design

Maintenance efficiency is critical to system uptime and lifecycle cost. TLS containers are designed with operator access in mind, including service doors, inspection hatches, interior lighting, anti-slip flooring, organized cable trays, and clear equipment labeling. Human-centered layouts reduce inspection time, simplify fault tracing, and improve overall maintainability for field technicians.

End-to-End Support: From Standard to Customized Solutions

TLS battery containers are widely deployed across solar-plus-storage, wind-plus-storage, commercial, and industrial applications. Whether you need standardized designs or fully customized containerized systems, we provide full-cycle support — from structural design and integration to final delivery.

TLS Offshore Containers / TLS Special Containers is a global supplier of standard and customised containerised solutions. 
Wherever you are in the world TLS can help you, please contact us.
 
Regarding the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) container, please download Energy Storage System (ESS) Containers brochure for reference.

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Written by Snowy