Traditional concrete or steel‑frame cafés take 3‑6 months from design to opening. With a container café, factory prefabrication + on‑site assembly cuts the total delivery time to 45‑60 days (production) + 1‑3 days (installation) – real "fast opening, fast profit."
Step‑by‑Step Process
| Phase | Main Activities | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Design sign‑off | Concept design, structural calculation, MEP layout | 5‑10 days |
| Factory prefab | Cutting & openings, welding, MEP rough‑in, insulation, interior finish | 25‑35 days |
| Anti‑corrosion coating | Primer + topcoat, film thickness inspection | 3‑5 days |
| Shipping preparation | Moisture‑proof packaging, lashing, fumigated pallets | 2‑3 days |
| Site preparation | Foundation (screw piles / concrete pads), utility connections | 7‑10 days (parallel) |
| Lifting & connection | Unloading, crane positioning, inter‑module fastening | 1‑2 days |
| Final hookup & testing | Water/electricity connection, AC installation, furniture placement | 1 day |
Core Advantages
Weather‑independent: >80% of work is done indoors
Quality control: Factory production ensures higher precision than on‑site work
Removable & relocatable: Bolted modules can be moved as a whole, retaining up to 80% residual value
Pop‑up friendly: Rent‑to‑own or short‑term rental options available
