Shipping containers provide a place to store everything from construction equipment to art supplies. Many industries use shipping containers as their only storage options because of their amazing benefits. Besides being air and watertight, shipping containers can be transformed into makeshift offices and even liveable spaces. The following 10 industries rely on shipping container storage […]
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10 Industries That Benefit From Shipping Container Storage
Should You Rent Or Buy A Shipping Container?
Shipping containers offer many benefits. No matter what you need them for, you are guaranteed to have ample space for storage. Many people feel that buying the container outright is the best option, while others feel that renting is the way to go. If you’re unsure of what to do, there are four questions you […]
How To Properly Store Construction Equipment
If you work in construction, taking your materials to and from job sites can be annoying and costly. Even when you do get your materials to the site, finding a place to store them where they won’t get stolen can also be taxing and, again, costly. In order to properly store your construction equipment, why […]
Why You Should Clean Your Container Before Using It
It may pass inspection, but that doesn’t mean your shipping container is ready for use right away. Most companies will clean the container before selling or renting it to you; however, you’ll need to give it a good cleaning as well. Even if your container looks clean—and if you bought/rented it from a professional company, […]
Are Shipping Containers Watertight?
Unless you live in an earthquake-prone city, wind and water are the two main elements that will affect a shipping container. When choosing a shipping container for your storage needs, you’ll want one that is wind and watertight so that your stuff remains protected during heavy or irregular weather systems. Are shipping containers watertight? The […]
The Benefits Of Storage Containers For Landscaping Companies
How Shipping Container Grades Are Determined
Shipping containers, whether they are used to ship goods overseas or converted into mobile housing or storage units, receive a grade, but different companies use different grading systems These grades shows the user how well the container will perform and what it can be used for. The Institute of International Container Lessors (IICL) is the […]
Self-Storage Unit Vs Portable Storage Container: Which Is Better For You?
If you need to store your belongings, you may be considering whether it’s better for you to use self-storage units or go with portable storage containers. Self-storage involves renting a space in a public storage facility, usually on the outskirts of town. Portable storage containers are units delivered to you, loaded up by you or […]
5 Tips For Keeping Your Storage Container Secure
It’s often the case that a storage container is used to keep seldom used but still valuable items, or important but not often required documents or other items. And let’s face it—it’s not a safe world out there. It’s important to secure your storage container against theft or vandalism. Here are 6 tips to provide […]
How To Use A Shipping Container For Your Pop-Up Shop
Pop-up retail and dining has become increasingly popular. Business owners can now use social media and their online presence to create a following, and can use pop-up retail to bring their products to the people, rather than the other way around. While pop-up stores first became popular with small business owners who couldn’t afford the […]