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How long do shipping containers last?

Shipping containers are built from Corten steel which has high tensile strength. This gives them the durability necessary for shipping goods across the world. Despite their strength and resilience, they will still deteriorate over time. This post answers the question of how long a shipping container lasts and explores the factors affecting its life expectancy. The lifespan of a container The short answer is that new (one trip) shipping containers have an average lifespan of approximately 40 years and second-hand ones should last 10-15 years with regular maintenance. Many factors will affect the lifespan of a container. Shipping containers…

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How is a shipping container delivered and offloaded? A step-by-step guide

How Does Shipping Container Delivery Work? Having a shipping container delivered safely and efficiently is paramount. The delivery process is simple and straightforward for professional and experienced drivers like ours. We have been selling and renting shipping containers with delivery to your door for over 12 years. We are proud to have found a number of experienced drivers that take care in the delivery process.  We and our drivers have the experience and professionalism to cater for your delivery needs. Preparing your site for delivery You will need to be sure that your site is suitable for our vehicles.…

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A Milestone of Trust: Thank You for 12 Years of Support

Celebrating 12 Years of Trust and Excellence We here at Billie Box are celebrating 12 years of trading, offering our customers shipping container sales, hire and conversion with delivery to your door. This milestone is time for reflection and gratitude. We are so grateful for our customers, suppliers and staff support. Without this support we would not be here today.  https://youtube.com/shorts/v6pXDEz45d4 Thank you Our Customers: The Heart of Our Success We appreciate your business and the enduring relationships we’ve established, which foster trust and encourage ongoing collaboration.  We’ve gathered numerous testimonials that reflect our dedication to serving our clients.…

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Container Lighting: A Guide to Safe and Effective Solutions

Introduction Container lighting is a must when using your shipping container. As an owner of a shipping container, you need to be sure that your staff/employees are able to use the container safely.  Lighting affects not only functionality but also safety and security. Here we will guide you through important considerations when it comes to container lighting. Understanding your Container lighting needs There are reasons why lighting is needed with your container.  Storage facilities: You and your staff need to have good visibility. Perhaps you are looking for a specific item and it is too dark to find it…

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Maximising Shipping Container Efficiency with Accessories: Lighting, Moisture Control, and Security

Introduction Container accessories will make your life easier by ensuring your container’s security and functionality. To maximise the potential of your container, accessories are increasingly essential. The main types of container accessories we will cover are: Lighting  Moisture control Security options  Importance of container accessories These container accessories will improve the longevity of your purchased or rented container and ensure safety is taken into account. Proper lighting ensures that you and your staff can use the container safely. If your staff can’t see what they are doing in the container, costly mistakes can be made. Having sufficient lighting enables…

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Partnering for Success: Billie Box Joins the Federation of Small Business

Billie Box has recently joined the Federation of Small Business. Joining the FSB allows Billie Box to connect with numerous like-minded small businesses across the UK. The networking events offered by the FSB nationwide foster increased collaboration between businesses. About Billie Box Billie Box started selling and renting shipping containers with delivery to your door in August 2012.  Our company has gone from strength to strength over the years, from zero customers to over 1400 customers, of which 30% are repeat customers, selling over 4000 containers and hiring over 200. Jane, Clare and Matt have over 60 years of…

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How We’re Supporting Cancer Support Suffolk – Charity Golf Day

Cancer Support Suffolk is holding a charity golf day at Seckford Golf Club on Friday, 19th July and we at Billie Box are supporting this event by sponsoring a golf hole. Billie Box has in the past supported Cancer Campaign in Suffolk, which is now named Cancer Support Suffolk. This is a local charity and we wish to give back to the community by supporting this event.  The golf day is one of many events held over the course of the year. Events like this attract welcome funds to support them. Cancer support in Suffolk At Cancer Support Suffolk…

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How to Ensure You’re Buying from a Reputable Container Company

It is important that you find the best reputable container company available. Have you ever heard of the expression “Buy cheap, buy twice”? It means that if you go for the cheaper option, then often the quality of the goods is not good enough, they can often break and will not be fit for purpose. If that happens then you often have to buy the same product again to replace the broken or poor quality one.  This problem can cause you wasted time, money and potential headaches. Research into the container companies you wish to use is crucial and…

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Efficient Container Swapping: A Guide for On-Site Exchanges

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It is important to understand container swapping procedures to keep your personnel safe and ensure our driver can be on and off your site in good time. The logistics are straightforward but the procedure is time-consuming and needs plenty of space to be carried out. We have been supplying shipping containers for nearly 15 years and our transport guys are extremely experienced when it comes to loading and unloading shipping containers from their HIAB vehicles. Understanding the Process All our containers are delivered and offloaded using a HIAB vehicle. HIAB is a brand name and all our transport companies…

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Shipping Container Rental in the UK: Everything You Need to Know

It is important to choose the right container rental partner with the expertise and knowledge to guide you through the container rental process. Billie Box has been trading for over 12 years now and we offer 20ft and 40ft containers on a rental basis.  Renting a shipping container from Billie Box in the UK is one of the easiest things you can do. By renting a container you keep your costs down to a minimum and our whole package is like a Plug-in-and-go set-up. Billie Box knows what they are doing when it comes to renting out shipping containers.…

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