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How A Shipping/Storage Container Floor Is Constructed

I’m often asked about the flooring of the shipping containers I sell. People want to know how thick the wood flooring is which direction the...

Shipping Container Delivery RI – Storage Container Delivery In Rhode Island

When it comes to storage container rental delivery, shipping container delivery companies are who to turn to. Used shipping container delivery services are readily provided...

Where Can I Buy Shipping Containers

If you have a storage need, you may well be wondering: where can I buy shipping containers? Or perhaps you are unfamiliar with – they...

How to Adjust Tension On A Roll Door Installed In A Shipping Container

Shipping Container Shortage 2021: Why are prices so high?

The current shipping container shortage is something that concerns many people, especially those looking to use containers for storage, transport of goods or to build...

How To Buy A Shipping Container

I get a lot of requests for quotes from customers across the US outside of my service area of the New England states comprised of...

Shipping Containers for Sale: What to Look For

Shipping containers for sale seem to be everywhere nowadays. Maybe you have considered purchasing one of these boxes. But do you know what to look...

20′ Shipping Container For Sale | Outback Storage Containers

If you are looking for a 20′ shipping container for sale you may have found there are a few different ways to purchase these types...

How to store your holiday décor? Hint, it ends with a shipping container!

Holiday Décor Storage If you are like us, you may tend to go overboard with your holiday decorations. We have bins of ornaments, many many...

Shipping Containers Providence RI

Do you have belongings, materials, or valuables you need to put in storage at your Providence location? In business since 2004, we are a pacesetter...

3 Ways to Repurpose Shipping Containers in Times of Crisis

3 Ways to Repurpose Shipping Containers in Times of Crisis Like many Americans, those of us in the shipping container industry have had a wake-up...

John Deere Tractor Loaded Into Refurbished Storage Container On Flatbed Trailer

This is a video I shot of a customer who purchased a 20′ storage container. He had a friend pick it up with his flatbed...

Shipping Storage Containers: Transportation Considerations for Shipping Containers

Shipping storage containers can be a great option for people who are moving or trying to ship many items. However, the shipping of a container...

40′ Shipping Containers for Sale

When looking for a 40′ shipping container for sale there are a few good tips to keep in mind, particularly if you have no experience...

Loading Logs Into A 40′ High Cube Container

I got an interesting call from a gentleman in California tonight. He exports teak from Costa Rica to India in 40′ storage containers and wanted...

Simple Ways To Keep Your Shipping Container Off The Ground

Know where you want to put your storage container, but not sure if you should put something underneath it? Check out this video for tips!...

45′ Storage Container Delivery And Positioning With A Forklift

I recently delivered a massive 45′ long high cube storage container to a good customer of mine. We didn’t have the 120′ of necessary room...

Maersk APM Shipping Container Terminal Tour In VA

This week I toured the state of the art Maersk APM Terminal in Portsmouth Virginia. Here, a ship carrying thousands of shipping containers (full of...

Size of Shipping Containers

Steel Shipping Containers come in several different shapes and sizes. The most common shipping containers are standard 20′ and 40′ long storage containers. The standard...

A Shipping Container Near Me?… Well, That Depends on the Definition of ‘Near’ – Considerations to Think About Before Arranging a Shipping Container Delivery

Although ordering a storage container (also known as a shipping container) is a simple process, there are some things to consider before placing the order...

Man Door Installed In New 20′ Storage Container

The installation of this man door is our first container modification project. Using skilled craftsman, it came out looking great! In addition to man doors,...

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Snow Plow Storage In A Shipping Container?

I recently purchased a couple of 20′ open side storage containers and realized how great it would be to store my plow in one of...

Average Price for Container Storage Depends on Container Size

The average price for container storage mostly depends on the size and condition of the storage container.   Surprisingly, although new containers are almost always more expensive than...

Metal Shipping Containers – RI Steel Storage Containers – What Kind of Steel?

Metal shipping containers are constructed from Steel, but typically a special kind of steel often referred to as “weathering steel” or COR-TEN. Metal Shipping Containers...

Storage Containers for Moving Your Household Goods

Storage containers for moving can make a move much simpler. Not only are they a cheaper option than using a moving company, but at your...

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Buyer’s Guide To Purchasing A Shipping Container

I get a lot of requests for quotes from customers across the US outside of my service area of the New England states comprised of...

Movies On A Storage Container In Westerly, RI

Movies at the beach this summer, check out the video… These are a couple of 40′ shipping containers that the Misquamicut Business Association in Westerly...

Storage Containers for Sale New England

We specialize in selling containers to customers throughout RI, MA, CT, NH, ME, and VT. We make it simple to purchase containers online. We take...

Buying Used Shipping Containers: A Quick Guide

Buying used shipping containers can often provide similar performance to new ones, but at significant savings. Many applications of shipping containers – such as storing...

Moving To Colorado Via Storage Container!

Recently, I sold a shipping (storage) container to a friend who was moving from Rhode Island to Denver, Colorado. He was trying to figure out...

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