1. What is this item?
A multi-utility, all-weather steel container unit (preferably 20 ft x 8 ft x 8 ft) that serves as a centralized control hub for:
• 💧 Water Distribution Management
• ⚡ Power Systems Control
• 🌦️ Weather Monitoring & IoT/Remote Sensing Infrastructure
This single structure functions as the brain of the farm, enabling real-time monitoring, control, and data-driven decision-making — all under one insulated and secure roof.
🛠️ Can be built using discarded shipping containers (sea-worthy but retired), which are:
• Durable, termite/fire/water resistant
• Easily movable if needed
• Cheaper than masonry
• Quick to deploy
2. How is the Quantity Estimated?
• One container per farm (up to ~25–30 acres is fine)
• For larger farms, a second unit or decentralized sensor hubs may be added later
• Optional veranda or side roofing extension (10–12 ft wide) for:
o Equipment repair/work
o Shaded control panel access
o Emergency handling space
3. What are the Cost Components?
• Second-hand shipping container (₹1.2–2.0 lakh depending on condition)
• Basic internal works:
o Partitioning (if needed)
o Insulation (for electronics)
o Extra door/window cut-outs
o Anti-rust painting, flooring
• Fittings and Fixtures:
o Water control panels, valves
o Switchboards, inverters, stabilizers
o Weather sensors, cameras, soil probes
• Connectivity:
o IoT/wireless modules, SIM routers
o Alarm & data monitoring interface
• Power back-up options (solar + battery, optional DG set)
• Roofing extension (metal/prefab with columns, ~₹50,000–1 lakh extra)
4. What are the Going Rates & How the Per Unit Rate is Calculated?
Component Estimated Cost Range
Container (used) ₹1.2–2.0 lakh
Internal setup (3 utilities) ₹1.8–3.5 lakh
Roofing/veranda extension ₹0.5–1.0 lakh
Power backup/smart gear ₹1.0–2.0 lakh (optional)
Total Estimate ₹4.5–7.5 lakh
🌱 Smart Take:
This is the “Command & Control Hub” of any modern farm — lean, clean, and scalable. It cuts infrastructure cost, saves land, and makes tech adoption more feasible. Plus, it looks pretty futuristic — a nice branding edge if you ever showcase the farm!
Want to include a floor plan sketch or component diagram for this setup in the toolkit later? Could help people visualize it better.
