07-25-2009, 09:19 AM
Trucklover Wrote:MasonJar Wrote:Build your modules in logical pairs. This helps in two ways - one, you can spread an industry across two modules that are always kept together, and two, high structures on one can fit into vacant lots on another. You can pair them together for storage with "end plates" that allow a 8", 10" or 12" (or whatever) gap in between the modules. With the "business side" inside, they are protected, and pairs of modules can be stacked.
Im not sure i quite understand this one, i get the first point, but im getting confused on the second point lol Whats the 8",10", and 12" gap part?
If you are going to permanently attach the buildings, you cannot store them on racks 1" to 2" apart. So what I suggest is that you pair the modules, and bolt them face-to-face (i.e. top to top) using "carry plates" to provide the required gap to avoid damage. See <!-- m --><a class="postlink" href="http://www.railwaybob.com/Modules/ModConstr/Carryplates01.htm">http://www.railwaybob.com/Modules/ModCo ... ates01.htm</a><!-- m --> for a picture.
I would also suggest that a 2x8 foot module is not really manageable on your own. Even if you can construct it light enough to lift, the size of it will be awkward, especially in a basement or through doors where space may be limited. Split this size into two 2x4 footers.
Looking at your plant though, you may be able to do some narrower modules too, like 18"x4, while expanding some others (like the yard) to maybe 30" x 4 or 6.
Cheers,
Andrew