MBI has developed the proprietary and patent pending BlastPLEX system that has streamlined the design, engineering and manufacturing processes.

Here is how it works…

1. Streamline the design—The BlastPLEX Configurator allows customers to custom their building utilizes a library of components which has been developed from the projects we have completed over the last 10 years.  This tool helps streamline the decision making and design processes buy providing an efficient framework for team buy in, a specific and thorough scope of work and quick estimates.
2. Streamline the engineering and drawings—This library of components also streamlines the engineering process.  Each of the components that customers are able to utilize are already engineered with completed drawing assemblies.  With this portion completed ahead of time, MBI is able to provide approval drawings within 2 weeks of PO.
3. Streamline the manufacturing—With the engineering and drawing components completed ahead of time, the manufacturing process is also streamlined.  This allows MBI to utilize Vendor Managed Inventories to begin the production process immediately following approved drawings.

Utilizing this system, MBI is now able to provide customizable buildings in 10 weeks or less

It is only available in 12x40 modular footprints, but modules can be combined to create buildings as large as 72 x 80. The reason for this is as follows:

The first step in designing the BlastPLEX began with analyzing MBI’s extensive history of manufactured buildings. In doing so, 12 x 40 footprints consisted of approximately 80% of the buildings manufactured over the last three years.

Because every component available in the BlastPLEX system is already engineered, adding various sized footprints would broadly expand the engineering scope and timeline. Moreover, from a production standpoint, these additional footprints would require a higher level of raw material inventory to be maintained, increase cost and time on the overall project.

Yes. MBI has not only subjected buildings to live tests for blasts, it has also tested buildings on Projectiles, Ballistics/Fragmentation and Forced Entry.

API RP 752/753 is a recommend practice with guidelines for where the buildings should be located. There are no building specifications within these Recommended Practices, other than that the building be able to protect occupants from the potential hazards in the area in which it is place. The fact is, currently there is no independent third party governing authority who “certifies” buildings to be API RP 752/753 compliant. It is for this reason that every building on your site should have Material Integrity documentation.

Mechanical Integrity documentation removes the ambiguity of the building’s capability and consists of professionally stamped engineering structural drawing and calculations; all material traceability documentation, material tests and non-destructive test reports, MSDS sheets; and all fabrication certifications, including welding and construction process documentation.
Taking into consideration that a large portion of the industry deems our products as critical safety equipment and lines of defense, we provide the required documentation for OSHA Mechanical Integrity

It is very important that each of these criterions be defined when specifying out your blast resistant building. PSI alone is not what causes the damage to a building, the time lapse of the event has an intense impact on the damage that will be caused. The damage response criteria, in accordance with the ASCE guidelines, will determine the condition and function of the building after the specified event. Refer to our Blast/Explosion page for more details

Yes. All of MBI’s standard products are available for lease. We are constantly adding to the several hundred units currently in our fleet. The most common buildings are:
Open design
one office
one office with ADA restroom
two office
two office with ADA restroom
men’s restroom
women’s restroom

MBI has 3 different product categories; standard, customizable, and specialty.  Each of them carries their own delivery schedules:

1. Standard products
   — purchase of new building – 4 week delivery  
   — purchase of building in lease fleet – Immediate delivery
   — Lease building –Immediate delivery

2. Customizable products — 10 weeks or less delivery
3. Specialty products —20-22 week delivery (these delivery schedules can vary dependent upon the scope)

MBI does not install buildings on site. However, if required, MBI will provide an onsite installation engineer to advise on proper installation.

MBI offers both non-ADA and ADA compliant buildings. The determining factors of which should be used are code requirements and/or customer specifications.

There are many benefits to MBI’s modular design blast resistant buildings. One of the benefits is cost. A typical MBI blast resistant building is comparative to the cost of a NON blast resistant traditional construction building. Some of the other major benefits to MBI’s modular designs include: quicker delivery schedules, portability, flexibility through our patent pending mechanical connection system. It also limits onsite labor and safety issues by utilizing an offsite controlled environment for construction.

The weight of our buildings varies from project to project, depending upon the size of the building and the level of interior finishing. To give you an idea, our standard 12x40 modules weigh 37,000lbs.

MBI has the capability of transporting buildings by truck, train, water, or air, however, for domestic applications; the most common transportation method is by truck.

While MBI cannot provide onsite design work, site preparation, or installation for your project, MBI has partnered with some elite engineering firms who are experienced with modular blast resistant building projects and would be happy to refer you to them for these services.

What MBI can do for you is provide value in everything else….Design, Engineering, Manufacturing and Delivery.

Here is how…

• By providing a product with the lowest installed cost and absolute reliability on a delivery schedule.  
• Through the use of MBI’s proprietary BlastPLEX Configurator software, the design process is streamlined. This software package is built on the rules of modular construction and includes an extensive library of architectural components that helps in the decision making process, and optimizes the procurement, production and installation processes.  It also allows for a thoroughly designed scope and quick estimates. 
• MBI Sales Professionals are uniquely qualified to work with the customer and/or design team and utilize the BlastPLEX Configurator to design a building tailored to their requirements.  This process can take place either remotely, by a Sales Engineer via an internet meeting where he/she will design the building with you; or a Sales Professional can meet you on location. 
• Because the BlastPLEX is a customizable product, where each option has been pre deigned and engineered, the scope is specific, thus removing the ambiguities that cause surprise in project budget and schedule.  
• From an installation perspective, BlastPLEX offers a Mechanical Connection option that allows for lower skilled level personnel (no welders), less equipment (no welding machines), fewer permitting issues and a more efficient process in the field where cost and time are more difficult to control.  Moreover, BlastPLEX will be delivered with an Installation Manual that will answer all questions related to the Installation process.  
• MBI also has the option for the customer to have an MBI Installation Engineer to remain onsite while the buildings are being installed to be sure all issues are adequately addressed in a timely and efficient manner.