Special applications

Container conversions and modifications for special applications.

We convert shipping containers into turnkey mobile laboratories, process units and pilot plants: design, steelwork and fit-out, certified systems, photovoltaics and functional testing.

Min. Decree 37/2008 systems with declaration of conformity ISO 9001 · 14001 · 45001 certified firm Turnkey delivery with functional testing
The service

From a standard container to a tailor-made technical unit

The shipping container is an ideal base for special technical spaces: robust, transportable, stackable and installable anywhere, even off the grid. We turn it into a complete, working unit, following the whole journey as a single point of contact.

We take care of steelwork and openings, insulation and cladding, electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems, photovoltaics for off-grid use, stainless-steel technical furniture and safety equipment. Every system is built by a firm licensed under Ministerial Decree 37/2008 (letters A–G) and delivered with a declaration of conformity.

  • In-house engineering: design, layout and filings signed by the firm’s chartered professionals
  • Certified quality: ISO 9001 · 14001 · 45001 processes (RINA)
  • Documented testing: joint functional verification and delivery reports
CE937 — Container conversions and modifications for special applications
What we build

One container, endless uses

Mobile and research laboratories

Equipped laboratories for analysis, marine biology and ecology: stainless benches, hoods, air conditioning, dedicated utilities and safety signage.

Agri-food process units

Processing lines in food-grade environments, with dedicated machinery and washable finishes.

Pilot plants for research

Small-scale experimental units for R&D projects and European programmes, from concept to functional testing.

Tailor-made technical spaces

Plant rooms, equipped storage, exhibition spaces and special fit-outs designed around the client’s needs.

Fittings & works

Everything you need, built into the container

Steelwork, openings and access ramps Insulation and internal/external cladding Electrical systems with declaration of conformity Plumbing and drainage Air conditioning and ventilation Rooftop photovoltaics for off-grid use LED lighting Stainless benches, sinks and technical furniture Hoods and extraction Fire-safety equipment and safety signage Custom graphics and liveries
How we work

From design to testing, with a single point of contact

01 · DESIGNAnalysis and design

Needs assessment, functional layout, systems design and technical documentation signed by the firm’s professionals.

02 · CONVERSIONSteelwork and fit-out

Structural works, insulation, systems, technical furniture and finishes, with materials suited to the intended use.

03 · TESTINGVerification and delivery

Joint functional testing with the client, declarations of conformity, delivery reports and final documentation.

Track record

Built for research and industry

Units built within European Interreg Italy-Malta projects, for universities and research bodies.

FRAP — Fish Residue Automated Processing Unit, wood-clad container with photovoltaics
Bythos Extend · Interreg Italy-Malta

FRAP — mobile processing unit

University of Palermo · Dept. of Biology

Fish Residue Automated Processing Unit: a mobile unit for the valorisation of fish industry by-products, with food-grade stainless interiors and a 2,775 Wp rooftop photovoltaic system.

TecMAReco Pilot Incubator Hub — mobile marine ecology and biology laboratory
TecMAReco · Interreg Italy-Malta

Pilot Incubator Hub

Anton Dohrn Zoological Station

A 20-foot container converted into a mobile marine ecology and biology laboratory: stainless benches and sinks, hood, air conditioning, photovoltaics and safety equipment. Functional testing passed (2026).

HIGHGEL fish meal and fish oil pilot plant inside the container
HIGHGEL · Interreg Italy-Malta 2021/27

Fish meal and fish oil pilot plant

University of Palermo · SAAF Dept.

A containerised pilot plant for fish meal and fish oil production, with a dedicated machinery line and an electrical system delivered with a declaration of conformity (Min. Decree 37/2008).

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The work in detail

Have a special application in mind?

Tell us what you need: we design and build your tailor-made container, from paper to testing.