RedGuard’s blast-resistant buildings are essential for facilities in high-risk industries. These buildings provide protection against explosions and safeguard against other common hazards such as toxic gas releases, fires, and flying debris. Multi-hazard protection ensures that facilities in hazardous industries like oil and gas, chemical processing, defense, and manufacturing can maintain safety and minimize risks.
You may have noticed that we say "blast-resistant” rather than "blast-proof." This distinction matters because, while no building can guarantee complete immunity from explosions, a blast-resistant structure is designed to withstand specific levels of blast pressure. Understanding this helps set realistic expectations about the protection these buildings offer.
Below, we will explore some key advantages of RedGuard’s modular blast-resistant buildings. Each of these features not only enhances safety but also contributes to operational efficiency, customization to specific needs, and overall risk management—because your team deserves total peace of mind at work.
PROTECTION AND PEACE OF MIND FOR YOU AND YOUR TEAM
RedGuard’s blast-resistant portable buildings are critical for many high-risk environments. While these shelters cannot eliminate all risks, they help protect employees, minimize property damage, and reduce downtime in the event of an emergency. Here are three ways RedGuard's buildings prioritize safety:
MULTI-HAZARD PROTECTION
Blast-resistant buildings are designed to provide more than just protection against explosions. They offer multi-hazard protection, meaning they can also guard against other dangers such as:
- Fire Resistance
- Extreme Weather Durability
- Fragment Protection
- Toxic Gas Protection
Multi-hazard protection ensures that a building is prepared for various threats. Depending on the facility’s needs, this might mean withstanding not just blasts but also handling thermal loads from fires or preventing the entry of harmful gases. It’s essential to tailor the protection to the specific risks faced by your facility rather than assuming a one-size-fits-all solution.
So, how do we customize your multi-hazard protection? With precision safety, RedGuard’s tailored approach to multi-hazard protection. Instead of giving you a generic blast-resistant building, our experts spend the time to understand your facility’s unique needs and ensure you get exactly the building you need.
For example, not all solutions are equal when it comes to toxic gas protection. Some hazardous areas may require strict airlock solutions for toxic gas protection to meet “shelter in place” requirements. In contrast, other areas on the same work site may only need basic gas detection equipment or pressurized systems. Another example is fire protection. We design our buildings with a combination of wall assemblies, insulation, and, if needed, intumescent coatings to address your facility's specific fire protection requirements.
CUSTOMIZATION
Above, we talked about how our precision safety approach to multi-hazard protection is all about customization. But we take it even a step further by allowing you to customize everything about your building, both internally and externally. Our comprehensive add-on guide breaks down all of our customization options for safety and design. You have the freedom to customize every aspect of your building, such as:
- Branding: Customize exterior finishes and integrate company logos to create a modular building that reflects your brand identity and seamlessly blends with your existing facilities.
- Windows: Depending on the hazardous area and its needs, blast-resistant windows can be added to maximize natural light, or to provide viewing access from one area to another. These blast-resistant windows provide protection appropriate to the class and hazard zone.
- HVAC: We offer comprehensive HVAC solutions, including gas detection, pressurization, and airlock options, to ensure a comfortable and safe indoor environment for your team.
We also offer leasable buildings, which are perfect for quickly expanding facilities. With fast and efficient installation, you can ensure your team can continue working through expansion. Lease a building now and then customize exactly what you need down the road. Our team is here to help you ensure your facility has everything it needs to protect your team.
BLAST TESTING
At RedGuard, we use third-party blast testing to verify our buildings’ safety. An independent engineering firm, not the manufacturer, must conduct the tests. An unbiased approach ensures that the results are accurate and trustworthy.
There are no regulations preventing companies from offering proprietary solutions after a facility siting study. Getting your solutions directly from the company providing the analysis may seem convenient, but it can limit your understanding of the available options to protect your team. To ensure your team is fully protected, rigorous third-party testing is crucial. As the buyer, it’s your responsibility to choose a company that gets their blast-resistant buildings tested by a third party. Independent evaluation provides a clear measure of how well the building can withstand blast conditions, ensuring that you’re getting a structure that truly lives up to its safety claims.
For example, if you were shopping for a new product and found that all the scientific research supporting it was conducted by the parent company itself, you’d likely consider that a red flag. It’s no different in the blast-resistant building industry—independent third-party testing is essential for verifying safety and performance.
FAST, EFFICIENT PORTABLE SHELTER INSTALLATION THAT DOESN'T DISRUPT YOUR TEAM
One key benefit of modular blast-resistant buildings is our quick and efficient installation process. RedGuard's modular approach means that the building components are prefabricated off-site and then assembled at your location. Our process minimizes on-site construction time and reduces disruption to your operations.
Our installation process is designed to be as smooth and non-intrusive as possible, allowing your facility to start benefiting from enhanced safety without significant delays.
LIMIT RISK AND LIABILITY
Choosing blast-resistant buildings can significantly reduce the risk and liability associated with hazardous environments. These buildings are built to handle explosions and other threats, which helps protect your team and assets. Investing in robust safety measures can minimize potential financial and legal liabilities related to incidents.
LOOKING FOR A MODULAR BLAST-PROOF BUILDING?
At RedGuard, we’re proud to lead the industry in steel blast-resistant modular buildings. With years of experience and a commitment to safety, we provide solutions designed to meet your specific needs and ensure the protection of your team. By choosing RedGuard, you’re not just investing in a building; you’re investing in the safety and well-being of your team. Let us help you create a secure environment that supports your operations and protects what matters most.
To learn more about how our buildings can enhance safety at your facility, check out our Ultimate Guide to Blast-Resistant Buildings. This comprehensive resource will give you all the information you need to make an informed decision about your safety requirements.
