The Many Uses of Steel Containers and Storage Units

Steel containers, much like every other container, are available in a variety of sizes. Most typically, containers made with steel come in small, medium, and large sizes. You can find ten, twenty, and forty-foot containers pretty easily. The size your business should use depends entirely on the items you plan to store. The size of each unit also determines its price for rental, so it is important to take size into consideration when you are deciding on one.

If you need more space, you can opt for high cube steel containers. The length of these containers is normally 45×6 feet or so, with a width up to a possible 9 feet. Containers this large are suitable for the storage of heavy construction equipment, small vehicles, and the like.

Reefers, or refrigerated containers, are a type of steel container that offers a temperature control system. You’ll also find these containers in a variety of sizes. While you can store anything requiring climate control in these units, they are mostly used for the storage of perishable items.

As you can see, there are (literally) tons of different uses for steel containers. Everything from machinery and vehicles to light materials and ordinary goods can be stored this way. Many different industries and individuals can find uses for these containers. Here are a few examples:

Site Offices

During road construction and other big projects, big steel containers are normally used as site offices. It’s often easier to use these containers than it is build temporary office space in a construction zone. After the construction work, the containers can also be used for other purposes.

Laundries and Locker Rooms

Steel containers can also be turned into laundries and locker rooms. Many companies also use them as industrial kitchens.

Living Units

Big steel containers can be used as living units, much like dormitories. A lot of features can be included to make the units more livable for the occupants. Lights, heating, and a variety of other amenities are added to make them suitable for living.

Mobile Workshops

Steel containers are used by many people as mobile workshops. Thanks to the malleability of metal, it’s possible to include a lot of features and customization during construction of the container. If you’re curious, just ask.