Containers are extremely versatile and can be converted for numerous purposes and in different layouts, from chemical stores, offices, canteens and workshops to exhibition units and even housing, with the correct guidance. This guide will take you through the process and provide you with inspiration for your own container conversion. Where to start It is …
One trip shipping containers are containers that have been built in China and used for one cargo to get it to the UK (in our case). They are perfect as a site storage container. The one trip shipping containers are sold as ‘New’ with slight dents and the odd scratch. Many customers prefer a one-trip …
Second-hand shipping containers can be 12-15 years old and sometimes older. These are perfect to use as a secure site store. Remember that shipping containers are used for shipping and are built of Cor-ten steel (high tensile steel). They will have been moved around by road and sea transporters, loaders, docks and container depots. The …
40ft shipping container remanufactured into a 30ft ISO container fitted with PVC door, interior insulation, melamine sheets and electrics – Container conversion
This is a very common question. Will I have enough room? Do I need planning permission? Is the ground suitable to support a container? What would I use it for? Do I have the necessary access to site a container? These are some of the questions we will address in the following article. Containers come …
We are often asked to supply a 10ft shipping container by those who simply do not have the space for a larger container. Sadly 10ft shipping containers are not a standard size. The cost of producing a new or used 10ft shipping container works out to be a lot more expensive than a new or …
What Is a Once Used Shipping Container? A ‘Once used’ or ‘One trip’ container is a shipping container that has been manufactured in China and shipped with one cargo over to a particular country, in our case the UK. Both terms ‘Once used’ and ‘One trip’ mean the same. The shipping container is shipped this …
Protecting your goods should be a top priority so locking up your shipping container is an absolute necessity. Sadly we live in a world where if it is not locked up then it’s not safe. We supply heavy-duty shipping container locks so there is no reason why your goods cannot be locked up safely. With …
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. …
Why storage matters There is a lack of secure and flexible storage space for many industries and private people. The solution to this problem is buying or hiring a shipping container for storage. They are secure, robust and watertight, which means they are perfect for your storage needs. Hiring storage containers can be a more …
