Shipping containers are everywhere, and it doesn’t look like we’re going to be getting rid of them any time soon. What, with some 18 million circling the world as I write, more rolling out of factories daily, and an average lifespan of over 15 years, we’d better find other things to do with them. Note that in that “useful” 15 years, useful is defined as fit for shipment; after this time, they are removed, reused, or scrapped for their steel.
Let’s think about shipping containers for a moment. At the end of the day, there are large steel boxes that typically come in 20′ or 40′ lengths. There has to be something useful we can do with them, right?
Upcycled into homes: Architects are becoming more creative when working on environmental projects, and many are starting to integrate used shipping containers into their designs. Once the flooring is covered or replaced and insulation is installed, shipping containers are a great alternative to modular housing. They can be stacked on top of each other, bolted together, and even stood on end. The ideas of a creative architect are limitless.
Portable Office Solutions – Used shipping containers can be quickly and easily converted into portable offices. They are even more attractive as workplace offices when a few windows and access doors are added. Let’s face it, construction workers aren’t known for being the nicest people, and when moving a large steel office box from one job site to another only requires a trailer to put it on, a used shipping container would fit the bill. to the invoice. perfectly.
Mobile Storage Containers – It doesn’t matter if you are on a ranch, a large office complex, or a private residence that has extra space in the back; If you need extra storage space, used shipping containers are a great solution. They are strong, safe and waterproof and windproof. If you just need a little extra space, you can find a 20′ container. If you have a lot of things to store, you can use a full 40′ container. To avoid appearing in Hoarders, fill out the box and close it! All your possessions are safe, sound and out of sight.
If you think about it, used shipping containers are incredibly useful and we could possibly think of hundreds of uses for them. Housing, portable offices, and storage are just some of the easy ideas.