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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,...

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...

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...

Storage Shed vs Shipping Container: Which One Should You Get?
Traditionally, backyard storage sheds have been made of wood. Over the last few decades, manufacturers have started using vinyl as an alternative to wood. Recently,...

Conex for Sale: What is a Conex Container
Conex boxes for sale are modular, reusable steel shipping containers used for transporting goods around the world, by container ship, railcar, and truck. Their standard...

Outback Storage Supports Prout Students with Operation Warm Welcome
Storage Container for Charity When a parent from The Prout School approached Outback Storage about using a container for storage for their Operation Warm Welcome...

The Process of Refurbishing A Shipping Container
This is the process by which we refurbish our storage/shipping containers. First, we grind all of the loose/flaky rust off. Then we paint the container...

Cost of Container Storage Varies Based On the Application
Cost of container storage varies based on your particular use and application. Containers come in many sizes and with different modifications and consequently can vary...

Portable Storage Container
A portable storage container is sometimes a better option than a self-storage unit because your goods are always where you want them or need them....

Town of Coventry Opens Community “Bike Bank” Using Shipping Container
The Coventry, Rhode Island, community “Bike Bank” was a passion project for town special duties clerk Melissa Soares when she contacted Outback Storage about acquiring...

Cost of Shipping Containers – Shipping Container Costs
There are many different factors that go into the cost of a shipping container. These containers are perfect for extra storage or to use as...

Purchase Shipping Containers from a Reputable Company
Purchase shipping containers from a reputable company because there are many benefits for you as the consumer. Containers are available in many places today. Although...

Used Shipping Container – Pitfalls to Avoid
Customers often ask us what they should be looking for in a Used Shipping Container. With any Pre-Owned products, you don’t want to be acquiring...

Customized Shipping Container Serves as a Front Yard Shed
Customized shipping container serves as a front yard shed Many of our customers purchase shipping containers to be used as a backyard shed, however, in...

Purchase Used Shipping Containers to Conserve Cash
Purchase used shipping containers to conserve cash because there might be no need to buy a container in new condition. Used containers are less expensive...

Used Shipping Containers
The quality of used shipping containers varies based on the individual container’s life history. Often they can be purchased significantly cheaper than their original, new...