Where Can You Use Temporary Structures? A Sector-by-Sector Guide

Temporary structures have become an essential solution across a wide range of industries, offering flexibility, speed of deployment, and cost-efficiency. While once seen primarily as stopgaps, today’s modern temporary buildings are engineered to meet demanding operational needs, often staying in place for years while maintaining high standards of safety and performance.

In this guide, we explore the many sectors where temporary structures are used, highlighting how Lauralu’s bespoke approach meets the specific requirements of each industry.

Manufacturing and Industrial Operations

In manufacturing environments, space is often at a premium. Temporary structures offer a fast and reliable solution for overflow storage, production expansion, or machinery housing. Whether accommodating new equipment, raw materials, or finished goods, these structures can be adapted to meet site-specific access and layout needs.

Lauralu buildings are designed to integrate with existing workflows, with options for roller shutters, lighting, insulation, and even partitioning. This ensures operations can continue without disruption while meeting regulatory and safety standards.

Discover how Lauralu partnered with Mr Crumb, an artisan food producer in Ireland, to deliver additional storage and workspace – all while helping them pass a major audit: “Increased storage and workspace capacity for Mr Crumb”.

Logistics and Distribution

The logistics sector depends on speed, scale, and adaptability – qualities that temporary structures deliver with ease. From pop-up fulfilment centres to large-scale covered loading bays, the flexibility of these buildings is ideal for seasonal peaks, supply chain fluctuations, or regional growth.

With short lead times and robust construction, Lauralu’s solutions help logistics businesses respond quickly to demand while protecting valuable stock and maintaining efficient loading operations.

Explore the volume of benefit Peel Ports gained from an on-site overflow solution: “Temporary Storage Building for Peel Ports Ellesmere Port”. And see how West Transport added 2,800 m² of storage on an existing slab with zero downtime in the “Temporary Storage Building for West Transport Derbyshire”.

Construction and Infrastructure

On construction sites, temporary buildings serve a wide range of functions – from site offices and welfare facilities to weatherproof storage and sheltered workspaces. These structures provide the control and protection needed to keep projects running smoothly, regardless of weather or terrain.

Because they are relocatable and can be assembled without permanent foundations, they’re well suited to infrastructure projects and remote locations. Lauralu also offers buildings with secure access, lighting, and durable flooring, supporting both safety and productivity on-site.

Aerospace and Defence

Temporary hangars, workshops, and storage areas are increasingly common in aerospace and defence, where operations are often mobile, time-sensitive, and require secure environments. Lauralu’s structures are engineered to withstand challenging weather conditions and accommodate large-span requirements, making them suitable for aircraft maintenance, parts storage, or field operations.

With options for insulation, lighting, and reinforced cladding, these buildings provide dependable protection for high-value equipment and personnel.

Agriculture and Farming

Agricultural operations frequently need additional covered space – whether for storing feed, machinery, or harvested crops. Seasonal shifts, unpredictable weather, and the need for dry storage make temporary structures a valuable asset in this sector.

Lauralu’s buildings offer protection against wind and rain while remaining breathable enough to avoid condensation build-up – important when storing grains or hay. Their modular nature also means they can be moved or extended as farm needs evolve.

Retail and Events

Retailers use temporary structures to create pop-up shops, seasonal outlets, or additional warehouse space during busy periods. Meanwhile, event organisers use them for ticketing areas, catering zones, staging areas, or weather protection for guests.

These structures must often be installed quickly, with a clean finish and high visual standards. Lauralu works closely with clients to meet branding, layout, and schedule requirements, ensuring the final result aligns with the event’s goals or the retailer’s customer experience.