Container

Transportation / Defence / Tiny Houses / Sanitary Units / Mobile Command Units

Our panels provide the ideal foundation for modern container solutions – robust, lightweight and highly versatile. Whether for transport containers, military applications, tiny houses, sanitary units or mobile command units, their high structural stability and weather resistance ensure reliable performance even under the most demanding conditions.

The low weight simplifies transport and installation, while excellent insulation properties and resistance to moisture and temperature fluctuations ensure maximum comfort and long service life.

Thanks to their flexible processing, our panels enable customized designs and open up new perspectives for sustainable, mobile and modular construction concepts.

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Frequently asked questions about us and our products

How can good insulation values be achieved?

By using PU or PET foam cores.

What is Design Composite’s approach to sustainability and circularity?

Sustainability is part of our DNA.
We focus on resource-efficient alternatives, already use 95% renewable energy (Scope 1 & 2), develop recyclable mono-material composite elements, and continuously increase the share of recycled materials in our products.

Why choose composite elements instead of conventional aluminum or wood?

They are up to 70% lighter, corrosion-free and rot-resistant, low-maintenance, and offer excellent bending and compressive stiffness.

Does Design Composite keep standard stock?

Yes. We keep TOP-lite and TOP-air GRP white in stock in the format 4,500 × 2,450 × 25 mm.
However, over 95% of our products are manufactured individually according to customer requirements.

Are GRP surfaces suitable for painting?

Yes, GRP surfaces can be both sprayed and vinyl wrapped.

Can the elements be processed by the customer?

Yes. The panels can be easily cut, drilled, milled, riveted or bonded.

Which bonding methods are used?

Depending on the requirements, we use hot-melt PU adhesive systems, two-component PU adhesives, or directly weld thermoplastic products together.

Are the products circular?

Yes. Our specially developed mono-material elements made of welded thermoplastics (TOP-lite PP, TOP-air PP) are 100% recyclable.

Can plywood panels be replaced by lightweight solutions?

Yes. TOP-air antislip provides a durable, moisture-resistant alternative that reduces weight by approximately 50–60%, depending on the panel thickness.

Can ready-to-install elements be ordered?

Yes. Thanks to our extensive service facilities, we also supply elements ready to install.

What minimum order quantities apply for metal facing sheets?

Wide-band metal sheets from 1,500 mm width are available in any RAL colour starting from 500 linear meters. Narrow-band metal sheets are available in many colours, also in smaller quantities.

How should the elements be stored?

The elements should be stored flat on pallets in an indoor storage area. High point loads must be avoided.

Are inserts or special cut-outs possible?

Yes. Inserts such as wood, aluminum profiles, PVC or PET rigid foam can be integrated. Custom formats and special cut-outs are produced using our CNC machining centers.

Can GRP surfaces be repaired?

Yes, repairs are generally possible. Suitable repair instructions can be requested directly from Design Composite.

Does Design Composite build complete superstructures or containers?

No. We specialize in the production of smart lightweight elements and supply them to the construction and vehicle industries.

Does Design Composite offer profile solutions?

No. Most projects use customer-owned profiles, and a broad selection of standard profile solutions in different thicknesses is available on the market.

Which products are suitable for container construction?

For transport, sanitary and tiny house containers, TOP-lite PET with GRP face sheets is commonly used. In military applications, TOP-lite PET with aluminum face sheets is particularly popular.

We produce sustainably.

Sustainability & ESG – Innovation for a Future-Ready Economy

Sustainability & ESG

The location of our company inspires the entire team every day to actively contribute to reducing environmental pollution. Surrounded by unspoiled mountains and meadows, design composite relied on state-of-the-art ecological construction methods when building its new production facility in the Salzburg region of Pinzgau.
The measures implemented have resulted in a positive energy balance and enabled the sustainable reduction of a calculated CO₂ emission equivalent of 140 tons per year.

For us, sustainability is more than a goal – it is an integral part of our corporate strategy.
Through innovative technologies, a responsible supply chain, and a clear ESG focus, we develop sustainable solutions that meet the requirements of tomorrow.

Sustainability at the Niedernsill Site
  • 95% renewable energy (Scope 1 and 2 in accordance with GHG Protocol guidelines) for climate-friendly production

  • Attractive working conditions for dedicated employees

  • Active support of regional initiatives

Innovation & Sustainable Supply Chain
  • Development of smart solutions in close collaboration with customers and suppliers

  • Circular-ready products

  • Continuous advancement of sustainable product innovations

94% RENEWABLE ENERGY IN SCOPE 1 & 2 (LT GHG) NO FOSSIL FUELS SLIP-RESISTANT READY TO INSTALL ELECTRIC VEHICLE FLEET WORKING WITH FRIENDS SUSTAINABLE LARGE-FORMAT INSULATING INDIVIDUAL 100% RENEWABLE ELECTRICITY ULTRA-LIGHT STIFF HIGH-STRENGTH 202 KWP PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM PRODUCTION HEAT RECOVERY FOR HEATING PASSIVE HOUSE BUILDING STANDARD
94% RENEWABLE ENERGY IN SCOPE 1 & 2 (LT GHG) ELECTRIC VEHICLE FLEET NO FOSSIL FUELS SLIP-RESISTANT 100% RENEWABLE ELECTRICITY WORKING WITH FRIENDS HIGH-STRENGTH LARGE-FORMAT SUSTAINABLE ULTRA-LIGHT 202 KWP PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM STIFF INDIVIDUAL INSULATING READY TO INSTALL PASSIVE HOUSE BUILDING STANDARD PRODUCTION HEAT RECOVERY FOR HEATING

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Design Composite GmbH

Gewerbegebiet Lengdorf 4
5722 Niedernsill
Austria

+43 6548 203 970

info@design-composite.com

Design Composite GmbH

Gewerbegebiet Lengdorf 4
5722 Niedernsill
Austria

+43 6548 203 970