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What the Baubuch is and why it matters

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By: Berrie Rieswijk

Delivering our Expandable Movable Spaces requires more than solid engineering and technical coordination. It also requires clear and reliable documentation that explains how design decisions are made and how a space is constructed. For Expandable Movable Spaces, the Baubuch fulfils this role. It is the technical document that describes the design, construction and safety of our Expandable Trailers and Pods in a transparent and structured way.

The Baubuch supports inspections and approvals and demonstrates compliance with applicable rules and standards. It makes engineering choices traceable and understandable for authorities, inspectors and project partners. In many markets, approval is not possible without this documentation, which is why the Baubuch plays an important role in how Expandable spaces are developed and delivered.

The Baubuch explained

A Baubuch brings together all relevant technical information of an Expandable Movable Space in one clear document. It typically includes drawings, structural and load calculations, parts lists, certificates and supplier information. Together, these elements show how a space is built and why specific technical choices have been made.

The Baubuch is created during the project and grows as the design becomes more detailed. This supports consistent collaboration between engineering, production and external stakeholders, while reducing the risk of missing or unclear information in complex or customised projects. Beyond delivery, it remains a practical reference for maintenance, adjustments and repeat builds, ensuring that essential information remains accessible over time.

When new or bespoke solutions are developed, the Baubuch evolves alongside the engineering process. It documents not only what is built, but also how and why decisions are made. Depending on market requirements or documentation needs, customers may choose to include a Baubuch as an optional part of the project, resulting in a complete and traceable technical file for approval and future reference.

Importance of the Baubuch

In regulated markets, a complete and approved Baubuch is often required before an Expandable Movable Space can be inspected and delivered. Inspection authorities such as TÜV or DEKRA use the Baubuch to verify compliance with technical and legal requirements. For customers, it reduces uncertainty by clearly documenting approved solutions and the assumptions on which the design is based.

Without this documentation, inspections often lead to additional questions that can cause delays or late-stage changes. Across Europe and the UK, requirements vary between authorities and locations, which can lead to discussion or misalignment when documentation is incomplete. In these cases, the Baubuch helps structure the approval process and supports clear communication with external parties.

The value of a Baubuch becomes especially clear when Expandable Movable Spaces are used across different markets and applications. In the DACH region, technical documentation is typically reviewed in detail before approval is granted. Clear insight into structural behaviour, fire classification and material choices helps prevent follow-up inspections and additional clarification requests.

In the UK and Ireland, Expandable spaces are often assessed as temporary structures for events, exhibitions and brand activations. Local councils, event safety officers and venue operators rely on technical documentation to support their risk assessments. The Baubuch provides clarity on construction principles, installation methods and intended use, supporting consistent evaluations across multiple locations.

For international event deployments, such as touring activations or trade fairs, the Baubuch serves as a shared reference for organisers, safety consultants and logistics partners. It helps align expectations before installation and reduces on-site discussion. Beyond events, the Baubuch is also relevant for semi-permanent installations in public or commercial environments, where municipalities or property owners may request documentation that clarifies long-term use, maintenance and permitted modifications.

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