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Steel shipping containers are widely known by an array of names. Often called storage containers, freight containers, sea cans, conex boxes, or one of another half-dozen titles, these monikers all refer to the same product. They are high-grade commercial storage units made of industrial steel. Highly adaptable and portable, steel storage containers are useful for a wide range of applications.
Conex boxes are sometimes dismissed as useful only in the shipping industry, but are actually a common use for construction, government, education, and medical facilities. Anytime a business needs a structure or storage capabilities quickly, conex boxes are often the ideal solution.
The flexibility of steel storage containers means that many different industries find them useful. Here's just a few examples of industries that make use of these versatile containers:
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For people with temporary needs who don't have experience with steel shipping containers, the commitment of buying a container may be daunting. That's not a barrier to using the product however. Rental options are possible that allow you to use a shipping container even if you only need it for a short period of time. In these situations, renting can be an excellent way to get the practicality of a conex box without the expense of purchasing one. Whatever your needs are we'll connect you with the right local shipping container companies that can help you get the best price no matter how you buy or rent.
Deciding whether to rent or buy involves a lot of different factors, but first consider how long you plan on needing the box. If you need a shipping container for more than three years, you will be very close to the break even point in terms of the pure cost of buying versus renting, although this obviously depends on the cost and features of your particular unit.
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Shipping boxes are as varied and variable as cars or houses, giving you the ability to find a model that perfectly suits your individualized needs. Standard containers are either 20 or 40 feet long, but other variations and custom lengths are also available. The vast majority of units are 8'6” high and 8' across, but oversized units are available.
Once you've decided what size of conex box you need, you'll have a long list of options to go through.
You can get custom paint jobs, locks, reinforced doors and windows to customize the exterior. Interiors range from a plain steel box to a custom made office complete with shelves, flooring, insulation and ventilation installed to your specifications.
You would be hard pressed to find a more secure way to protect your belongings from a wider range of threats than with a Conex box, if you buy the right model with the options you need.
Consider the quality of the lock and door system that you place on your box. Companies have a wide range of options, and heavier locks do a much better job at preventing unwanted guests from entering your unit.
If you're utilizing your storage container as an office or living space, you should also realize that windows are another point of entry. Barring windows is a way to provide extra security while still allowing light into the unit.
Finally, consider the integrity of the storage unit itself. Rust or structural damage can provide a point of access for moisture or pests, either of which can be extremely destructive to your valuable stored good. This type of damage also increases the difficulty of temperature control.
Of course, everyone considering a steel shipping container wants to know how much money they will have to lay out in order to get one. However, this is affected by most of the other factors discussed on this page. Size, additional features and options will all affect pricing.
However, condition is the most important factor in determining the cost of a unit. Being new is not a guarantee of perfect condition, as there are brand new units that are more banged up than conex boxes that are several years old. This is why visual inspection is often an important part of the buying process.
It isn't always practical or possible to visually inspect your new steel storage container. So, how can you determine the quality of a given unit in the event that you can't check it out in person?
Delivery of steel storage containers is usually a fairly straight forward process, with a driver bringing your unit on the back of a flat bed truck with a tilting bed so the unit can be slid off of the trailer. However, before delivery it is important to coordinate with the delivery drive to discuss things like placement of the unit, road and site conditions, and which direction you need the entrance (on a single door unit) to be placed.
Advise your driver of any obstacles such as power lines or fences that they may need to be careful navigating around, to make sure delivery is a safe and productive experience for your company, and the driver.
Do your homework before you purchase a steel shipping container. These four points are all worth considering before you sign your first contract for a container.
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