Waterproofing of New-Type Container Houses
Waterproofing of new-type container houses requires comprehensive treatment from multiple aspects such as design, materials, processes, and drainage systems.
Design Aspect: Optimizing the exterior design of container houses can enhance waterproofing performance. For example, the Apple Pod container民宿 adopts a curved or rounded exterior, differing from traditional square containers. This design not only improves visual appeal but also optimizes drainage performance, allowing rainwater to flow away more smoothly and reducing the impact of water accumulation on the house.
Material Selection: Appropriate materials are the foundation of waterproofing. During the renovation of container houses, waterproof coatings can be applied to the roof to extend service life. For container space capsule shops and similar structures, at positions prone to water leakage such as panel seams, door and window closures, and roof joints, standard processes involve using waterproof membranes and fully sealing with sealant to ensure seamless sealing without breaks. Additionally, panels should be lapped in the direction of water flow to enhance waterproofing effects. In environments with heavy rainfall or on islands, it is even more crucial to strengthen waterproofing processes for roofs and corner closures.
Process Treatment: Advanced processes can effectively improve waterproofing capabilities. Full-weld sealing processes can be applied to temporary integrated houses. By fully welding the seams of the top panels, potential leakage sources are eliminated at the root. Combined with a waterproof and thermal insulation composite layer, multiple effects such as waterproofing, fire resistance, and thermal insulation can be achieved simultaneously. Furthermore, during the production, manufacturing, and installation stages of container houses, optimizing processes, such as reasonably designing drainage slopes, can effectively prevent water infiltration during rain.
Drainage System: A well-designed drainage system can promptly discharge accumulated water, preventing damage to the house. For instance, in the patent for 'Container Structure and Energy Storage Device' obtained by EVE Energy, the waterproofing component's waterproof layer board is provided with guide channels along its circumference. The side walls of the guide channels have drainage openings that can connect with the external space of the container. The drainage plugs can be removably sealed at the drainage openings, and this structure can effectively discharge accumulated water inside the container.
