U-Series Utility Buildings · U400 SwitchShell
U-Series · U400 SwitchShell
Utility · Electrical · Commercial

15' × 20' × 12' Electrical Switchgear Shelter

The U400 SwitchShell is engineered as a compact electrical equipment shelter designed for switchgear, pumps, controls, and small electrical systems on infrastructure and industrial projects.

Cold-formed commercial building IBC-based design Electrical / utility use
ForgeFab U400 SwitchShell utility electrical shelter
Example configuration shown. Dimensions and openings can be modified.
Intended Use
Where the U400 Excels

The U400 SwitchShell is designed for small electrical systems, pump controls, switchgear, monitoring equipment, and similar infrastructure needs. It is commonly used on water plants, pump stations, solar sites, large industrial campuses, and municipal utility projects.

Available with custom openings, ventilation options, and equipment-specific layout adjustments.

Technical Overview
Specs, Openings, and Design Criteria
Basic Building Specs
  • Plan Size: 15' × 20'
  • Eave Height: 12'
  • Roof Type: Gable
  • Roof Pitch: 3:12
  • Framing: Cold-formed steel
  • Purpose: Electrical / utility shelter
Standard Openings
  • 1 × Personnel door (3'0" × 7'0")
  • Drive door options available
  • Optional vents or louvers
  • Optional small equipment access opening
Loads & Design Criteria
  • IBC 2021 (example)
  • Risk Category II
  • Exposure B/C/D per site
  • Wind speed per location
  • Equipment loads considered
Envelope & Materials
  • 26 ga roof & wall panels
  • Commercial trim package
  • Optional insulation
  • Optional vapor barrier
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