Official Assembly Guide

Assembly Guide
Premium Frame Kit

100% bolted system, no welding — follow the steps in the video guide and the instructions below for a correct, fast assembly.

3–5 hours
2 people
No welding
7 steps

What you need before assembly

Make sure you have all the tools and conditions in place before you unpack the kit.

Socket wrench set

18 and 19 mm wrenches for the fixing bolts. A ratchet wrench speeds the process up significantly.

Tape measure & spirit level

A 7 m tape measure and a bubble spirit level to check the structure is level and plumb.

Torque wrench

Recommended for the final, even tightening of the bolts to the correct torque (40–50 Nm).

At least 2 people

Lifting and aligning the structural parts requires two people. Do not attempt assembly on your own.

Mandatory prerequisites

  • Level surface — a concrete foundation or a levelled base with a maximum tolerance of ±5 mm. An inadequate foundation can compromise the alignment of the whole structure.
  • Clear access on at least 3 sides — a working space of at least 1 m around the structure's perimeter for handling the parts.
  • Full kit inventory — check all parts against the packing list before you start. Report any missing or defective items within 48 h of delivery.
  • Favourable weather — avoid assembly in strong wind (over 40 km/h) or rain, as the parts become slippery and harder to handle.

The assembly process in 7 steps

Follow the exact order of the steps — the structure is designed to be assembled in a specific sequence for optimal stability.

1

Preparing the site

~30 min

Check the level of the foundation or base with a spirit level. The surface must be flat to a maximum tolerance of ±5 mm along the entire length of the structure. Mark the exact corners of the structure with chalk or spray paint, following the dimensions in the technical sheet.

Make sure the area is clean, with no loose gravel or unevenness that could distort the base frame.

A perfectly level foundation cuts the alignment time of the upper parts by three times. The time invested in this step pays off immediately.
2

Unpacking and inventory

~30 min

Unpack the kit on a clean surface and organise the parts by category: horizontal beams, vertical beams (columns), ISO corner castings, bolts and nuts, roof accessories. Tick off each category against the packing list included in the package.

Group identical parts into separate piles and label them visually. You'll save significant time when looking for a specific part in the middle of assembly.
3

Assembling the base frame (floor)

~45 min

Position the base's longitudinal beams on the foundation according to the markings. Connect them with the ISO corner castings, inserting the bolts without final tightening (leave play for adjustment).

Check the base diagonal: 670.5 cm (6705 mm) — the two diagonals must be equal. Adjust the positions before tightening. Then fit the steel floor cross members, insert the bolts without final tightening, re-check the diagonal, then tighten the cross members progressively, from the ends towards the middle.

Fitting the corrugated floor sheet — two options:

Option 1 — base raised on supports / piles
  1. Assemble the module's lower base.
  2. Check the base diagonal: 670.5 cm (6705 mm).
  3. Fit the steel floor cross members.
  4. Insert the bolts into the cross members, without final tightening.
  5. Re-check the diagonal: 670.5 cm.
  6. Tighten the cross members progressively, from the ends towards the middle.
  7. Lift the base in a controlled way, from two points, as parallel as possible, so you don't twist the frame.
  8. After lifting, re-check the diagonal.
  9. Fix the corrugated sheet to the underside of the base (this can be done in two lifts — one side, then the opposite side).
Option 2 — base assembled upside down
  1. Assemble the lower base face-down, so the underside is accessible.
  2. Check the base diagonal: 670.5 cm.
  3. Fit the steel floor cross members, with the bolts not finally tightened.
  4. Manually lift the cross members until they sit against the top edge of the profile (see the warning below).
  5. Re-check the diagonal: 670.5 cm, then tighten the cross members from the ends towards the middle.
  6. Fix the corrugated sheet to the underside.
  7. Turn the base back to the correct position and set it on the foundation, in its final place.
  8. Re-check the level, alignment and diagonal: 670.5 cm.
For the upside-down base: the floor cross members are lifted by hand and pushed until they sit against the top edge of the profile, before tightening. If they are left where gravity drops them, level differences appear in the floor after turning it over.
The corrugated sheet stiffens the frame — once fixed, the diagonal can no longer be corrected easily. That's why the 670.5 cm diagonal is checked before the sheet is fitted.
4

Fitting the vertical columns

~45 min

Raise the vertical columns one at a time and fix them temporarily into the lower ISO corner castings. Insert the bolts tightened only temporarily — just enough to hold the parts in place and leave play for adjustment.

Do not plumb or level the columns yet — the final adjustment is done after the upper frame is fitted. The play left at the joints gives you exactly the squaring room you'll need later. The columns are only finally tightened at the end.
5

Fitting the upper frame

~45 min

Fitting the upper frame has two options, depending on your equipment. The rule stays the same: upper frame diagonal 670.5 cm (6705 mm), temporary bolts first, final tightening only after squaring and bracing.

Option 1 — without a crane / forklift (directly in place)
  1. Prepare the 6 m upper rails with the corner pieces fitted and tightened onto them.
  2. Lift them into place and attach the corner castings to the top of the columns, without final tightening.
  3. Fit the 3 m side rails.
  4. Square the upper frame onto the columns and check the columns are plumb on both axes.
  5. Temporarily brace the module so it stays square and doesn't move off axis.
  6. Check the upper frame diagonal: 670.5 cm.
  7. Fit the roof cross members (only after squaring), with the bolts not finally tightened.
  8. Re-check the upper diagonal, then tighten the cross members progressively.
  9. Final tightening, progressive and alternating: bottom-top, left-right, then diagonally — don't fully tighten one corner first.
  10. Re-check the base diagonal, the upper diagonal and that the columns are plumb.
Option 2 — with a crane / forklift (frame assembled on the ground)
  1. Position the base, check the diagonal (670.5 cm) and fit the columns temporarily.
  2. Separately, on the ground, assemble the upper frame: 6 m + 3 m rails, corners, roof cross members.
  3. Check the upper frame diagonal on the ground: 670.5 cm and tighten progressively.
  4. Lay the anti-condensation / anti-drip membrane over the cross members.
  5. Fit the corrugated roof sheet over the membrane; at the joints apply Sikaflex 11FC sealant (or similar), against water ingress.
  6. Lift the upper frame with the crane/forklift, controlled, as straight as possible, without swinging or twisting.
  7. Set it onto the columns, attach the corner castings without final tightening and square it using the play at the joints.
  8. Check plumb, brace, then tighten finally (progressive, alternating).
  9. Check the position on the foundation, plumb and alignment relative to the neighbouring modules.
Once the roof sheet is fitted, the upper frame becomes rigid — the diagonal can no longer be corrected. With the crane option, correct the diagonal on the ground, before the sheet. Multiple modules are joined to each other through the ISO castings (top and bottom); the first checked module becomes the reference for the next.
6

Fitting the panels and finishing elements

~60 min

Fit the wall panels (if included in the kit) from the base towards the top, fixing each panel to the steel frame with the fasteners provided. Then install the roof elements according to the instructions specific to the roof type you chose.

If the kit includes doors or windows, these are fitted last, after the frame and panels are fully secured.

Check the joints between panels — they must be even along the whole length. Uneven joints indicate a slightly distorted frame that must be corrected before continuing.
7

Final check and quality control

~20 min

Go over the whole structure and check every joint. Tighten any bolt that has loosened during assembly. Check once more that the columns are plumb and that the structure's diagonals are correct.

As a precaution, apply an anti-corrosion spray to any steel surface where the zinc was scratched during assembly (cuts, tool marks). Document the main joints with photos — useful for any later work.

Final checklist:

  1. Base diagonal checked: 670.5 cm (6705 mm).
  2. Upper frame diagonal checked: 670.5 cm.
  3. Cross members tightened from the ends towards the middle.
  4. Corrugated sheet fixed to the underside of the floor.
  5. The base was not twisted during lifting or turning.
  6. Columns confirmed plumb on both axes.
  7. Corner water drainage checked (where applicable).
  8. Final progressive, alternating tightening completed.

Tips & warnings

Essential information for a correct and safe assembly.

Don't over-tighten the bolts

Over-tightening can deform the ISO corner castings or crack the thread. Maximum recommended torque: 50 Nm with a torque wrench.

Protective equipment

Always wear protective gloves and steel-toe boots. The edges of the steel profiles are sharp and can cause cuts.

Thermal expansion

Steel expands in heat. If you assemble in extreme temperatures (below 0°C or above 35°C), leave a 1–2 mm expansion gap at the wall panels.

Check before tightening

Every final-tightening step is practically irreversible. Check the alignment and diagonals at every stage, not just at the end.

Corner water drainage

On modules with drainage through the columns/corners, check before final tightening that the water has a clear path — especially where 4 corners meet or a perpendicular module blocks the neighbouring corners. Solutions: reposition the pile, leave space under the corner, or make a drainage channel.

HDG galvanizing — maximum protection

The profiles are hot-dip galvanized, min. 100 g/m². Avoid prolonged contact with acidic materials (wet softwood, paints with aggressive solvents).

Technical support available

If you run into difficulties during assembly, contact us right away on WhatsApp with photos — our team guides you in real time.

Answers to the most common questions

The CreaPAL bolt-on system requires no welding or specialist construction experience — anyone with moderate DIY skills can complete the assembly by following the instructions. However, at least 2 people are required for safety and for handling the large structural parts. We do not recommend assembling on your own.

Check the packing list as soon as you receive the kit. Any missing or defective item must be reported within a maximum of 48 h of delivery, by e-mail to office@creapal.ro with clear photos. Do not start assembly with incomplete parts — replacement parts are sent as quickly as possible.

A concrete base is the ideal option for maximum durability. If that's not possible, carefully levelled piles or precast pads can also be used. Untreated natural ground is not recommended long-term — soil moisture accelerates corrosion at the base and the structure can lean over time due to differential settlement.

Yes — this is one of the main advantages of the modular system. The structure can be fully dismantled and reassembled at another location without compromising the integrity of the parts, provided it is dismantled and stored correctly. We recommend re-tightening all bolts on reassembly, using new bolts where the old threads show wear.

Absolutely. Our team is available on WhatsApp during working hours (Mon–Fri 08:00–18:00, Sat 09:00–14:00). Send photos or a short video of the situation and we reply with specific instructions as quickly as possible. Contact us at +40 772 274 415.

Need technical support?

The CreaPAL team guides you for free, in real time, on WhatsApp — with photos or video from the site.

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