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Overview: In general containers are built to last the test of time. However, when used containers come out of international shipping service, they are typically between 10-15 years old. As expected, the containers have dents, dings, surface rust and can use a little TLC. Refurbishing or reconditioning a container can add…
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The automotive industry has a lot of heavy product in need of durable storage. Shipping Containers are built to carry cars so it would make sense to re-purpose them for auto shop storage, wouldn’t it? Overview In the Automotive industry there is no real need for custom size containers…
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The Ocean Freight Container is a huge component of international trade, and has been an extremely important aspect of how cargo transportation has taken shape through the years. In the most recent decade, the volume of global ocean going cargo reached more than 8 billion tons. This fact, coupled with…
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December 1, 2012 Local Aurora area businessman Dave Werner has been elected to become the 2013 Chairman of the Board of Directors of the National Portable Storage Association The National Portable Storage Association (NPSA) formed in 2003 to represent the interests of companies and employees in the portable storage industry.…
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In the world of Shipping Containers, the “One Trip” Storage Container is considered a new container. Although it has brought over one cargo load from where it’s been manufactured in Asia, it is essentially new. Typically built within the last couple of years, these immaculate steel boxes are definitely in…
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Portable storage solutions come in various shapes and sizes, and customers have options when looking to store personal belongings on residential properties. Considering two very common portable storage units used for short or long term; ISO shipping containers and the PODS® units that have become prevalent in the last few…
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Serving storage needs in Chicago and it’s vast metropolitan area, Great Lakes' on-site portable storage containers are the absolute premier, efficient and affordable solution for commercial and residential construction sites. Remodeling locations require several attributes. Consider the need for portable on-site construction storage space. The portable storage container is easily…
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Here is helpful resource guide and comparison of why using Portable on-site storage is better than using self storage facilities.When you are looking for storage solutions at the most convenient and best possible prices, portable storage containers are the best solution. It does not matter if it is for residential…
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Lets compare the pro's and con's of "One Trip Containers" vs "Used Shipping Containers" for purchase or rent in Chicago, IL. For years we have been selling both new and used containers for customers who have applied the container to countless applications. We have been asked over the years, which…
Read more“Awesome company best prices helped me take care of shipments as well.”
“highly recommended. They provided us with a great storage container with ontime services.”
“Bought a used container, its perfect, no leaks and in good condition.”
“Good service and prompt delivery. A great option for temporary storage at a decent price.”
