The Assignment
Following a major fire at Campus Mosa RT in Maaseik, Belgium, in 2023, a significant part of the space used for practical education was lost. Replacement facilities were needed quickly to ensure that lessons could continue for approximately 320 students in the woodworking department.
The temporary accommodation remained in use until mid 2026. This provided the time and space needed to carefully prepare and complete the permanent replacement facilities, while practical education could continue as normal.
In 2026, the permanent facilities were completed and the temporary building had fulfilled its purpose in Belgium. At the same time, a need for temporary educational space arose in Hardenberg, the Netherlands. PrO Hardenberg is building a new school and is using the former Albertus Risaeusschool at Zonnehof during construction. As this building does not provide sufficient space, additional temporary accommodation is required.
The Solution
Within just a few weeks, Neptunus constructed a 12 x 24 x 4 metre Flexolution during the school holidays as a temporary practical teaching facility for Mosa RT. This meant that lessons could resume at the start of the new school year. The structure was built with an insulated floor and fitted out for practical education.
When the temporary space in Maaseik was no longer required, the same Flexolution was given a second purpose in Hardenberg. Neptunus dismantled and relocated the structure before rebuilding it for PrO Hardenberg. The building was adapted to meet the new requirements, including the use of different wall panels.
The interior features reusable panels and is partially fitted with acoustic panels. Together with an acoustic suspended ceiling, these provide suitable acoustics throughout the space. The floor has been additionally reinforced in areas where heavy machinery is installed.
The building is also equipped with lighting, electrical installations, a fire alarm system, climate control and window shutters. After several years of use in Maaseik, the same Flexolution has now been given a new purpose in Hardenberg. A flexible building that can be reused wherever there is a need for high quality temporary space.
The Challenges
The site in Hardenberg is located in the middle of a residential area and is less easily accessible. This requires careful preparation and a well planned approach. The available space was therefore carefully assessed in advance.
This is where the flexibility of the Flexolution comes into its own. The structure could be configured to fit the available space, allowing a fully equipped temporary practical teaching facility to be created at this location as well.
The Verdict
A temporary solution that provides value at two different locations. After several years of use at Mosa RT, the same Flexolution was relocated to Hardenberg, where the building once again provides the practical teaching space required. By reusing the structure, materials remain in use for longer and Neptunus can quickly provide high quality space without constructing a building for just one purpose.
The temporary accommodation clearly demonstrates one of Neptunus’ key strengths: creating flexible space that remains in place for as long as it is needed and can then be reused wherever the next requirement arises.
