Frequently Asked Questions

Our shelters are intended for families, businesses, schools, kindergartens, hospitals, the general public (such as in areas near public transport stops), as well as for military personnel, sappers, railway workers — in fact, for every citizen of Ukraine. ❤️

Given the same level of protection, a metal shelter offers several advantages. It allows for much faster installation — in some cases, as little as 30 minutes. It is easier to repair and more resistant to repeated impacts. Unlike concrete, it does not produce secondary fragmentation, meaning there are no internal debris or splinters from the structure itself during an explosion. Metal shelters are also mobile — relocating one only requires two crane lifts (onto and off the truck). Finally, after the war, such shelters can be repurposed for civilian use, for example, as a shed, storage room, garden house, or even a small cabin for a forester or fisherman.

No – and neither can a tank or an armored personnel carrier. However, our shelters withstand all types of light firearms, as well as shrapnel from hand grenades and similar threats.

This request is handled individually on a case-by-case basis, but in theory — yes, it is possible. Our shelters are present in every region of the left-bank part of Ukraine (with the exception of Luhansk region)

Unfortunately, yes. We have had two such incidents:
The first occurred in the village of Lyptsi, Kharkiv region, where a KAB-3000 guided aerial bomb struck just 10 meters from our Double-Layer Ravlyk shelter. The result was only cosmetic damage (scratches). There was no penetration or overturning of the shelter.
The second incident happened in Odesa, where a Shahed-type drone exploded about 10–15 meters from our Boomchyk shelter. As with the Ravlyk, there were no visible damages — no penetration, no overturning, no structural compromise.
No people were harmed in either case.

The number of shelters installed at businesses and institutions across Ukraine ranges between 400 and 600 units. The Ferum Will team prioritizes the confidentiality of these sites, so the specific locations of most shelters are not publicly disclosed.

Ferum Will shelters are delivered and installed depending on the model and its modifications. Their dimensions are designed to fit into a standard truck for transportation. A crane or excavator is used for the installation process. The shelters can be installed on any level and stable surface—such as asphalt, concrete, or compacted soil—without the need for a special foundation. For added stability, they can be anchored to the base using anchor bolts.

Some models are delivered fully assembled, while others are shipped disassembled, which is especially useful for indoor installations. Disassembled shelters are assembled on-site using bolts and an instruction manual.

Different models of “Zalizna Volia” shelters come equipped with varying levels of comfort. For example, the “Ravlyk” model includes seating and lighting, and its configuration can be adjusted based on the customer’s needs. The modular armored shelter “Boom” is equipped with sleeping bunks, a toilet, an entry vestibule, a water heater, air conditioning, lighting, and an electrical system with power outlets.

For shelters by TM “Zalizna Volia,” a separate special foundation is usually not required. The shelters are designed to be installed on any flat surface — asphalt, concrete, compacted soil, or paving tiles. Typically, it is sufficient to ensure a level and stable base that can support the weight of the shelter, which ranges from 1 to 6 tons depending on the model.

Ferum Will shelters are made from high-strength structural steel using modern processing technologies and anti-corrosion protection, ensuring maximum durability and longevity for both civilian and military use. When needed, the shelters can also be produced using imported armored steel with a hardness of up to 500 HB, providing the highest level of protection in accordance with military standards.

Ferum Will shelters comply with the standards for modular rapid-deployment shelters as defined by DSTU 9195:2022. These standards regulate the design, manufacturing, installation, waterproofing, engineering systems, and fire safety of modular civil protection shelters.
Currently, Ferum Will is working on adapting its shelters to meet the new DSTU 9329:2025 standard for primary (mobile) shelters, which came into effect on August 1, 2025. The company is preparing for certification tests in accordance with this standard. Test results will be published soon in the appropriate section of the official website.

Ferum Will shelters have undergone combat testing, including exposure to small arms fire (AK-47), heavy machine gun fire (KPVT with 14.5 mm armor-piercing incendiary rounds), artillery shelling (152 mm), close-range mortar detonations, fragmentation damage, and blast waves. As a result of these tests, the shelters received certification and proved their effectiveness in real frontline conditions, maintaining structural integrity and ensuring the safety of those inside.

Ferum Will shelters use different thickness and structural configurations depending on the model. For example, indoor shelters like the “Boomchyk” model feature 6 mm thick steel walls — which may seem thin at first glance, but when combined with 20 mm thick reinforcement ribs and indoor placement, they provide remarkable protection against ceiling collapse, shrapnel from shells or drones, and blast waves.
The product line includes a wide range of wall thicknesses — from 6 mm up to two layers of 25 mm structural steel, designed for deployment in high-risk areas such as grey zones or near the front lines.
Please contact our manager for detailed advice on selecting the right shelter model and wall thickness based on your specific needs.