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The Container Bar made from Shipping Containers
- Versatility of using shipping containers- If they want to change the layout or design it can easily be done.
- In Austin we're all about going green and this project is definitely Green.
- Costs are minimal
- Great outdoor space to have live bands-after all we are the Music Capital of the World
Plus, the new Shipping Container Bar is going to be situated right in the heart of our famous 6th Street area. As we all know, location is always key and this place definitely hit the mark.
Where should I rent Conex Containers?
Lately I have had several calls from Tool and Equipment Rental companies looking to rent storage containers for their customers. These equipment rental companies are trying to be the one stop shop for the general contractor or subcontractor on construction jobsites. They will get pricing and rent everything from the plastic cups to the jobsite offices. This may seem like a great idea and it is, if you aren’t on a budget and, who isn’t on a budget?
Insulated Conex Container
We all know by now how hot in can get in Texas. Some people may worry that whatever they may be storing in their conex container is going to get ruined in the brutal Texas sun.
40’ Portable Storage Container Rental in Austin, TX
The most in demand box that we rent out is the 40 foot Portable Storage Container. The portable storage container has many different uses a few being: a staging area, Inventory management, supply chain management, jobsite storage, and onsite storage. One of our customers, an electrical contractor uses it as a secure place to store fittings, fixtures, and tools that will be needed to complete the job. Another one of our customers, a General contractor uses the portable storage container as a workshop that they open the doors to each day and all of their tools and supplies are dry and ready to go.
Conex Containers in The Auto Industry
Conex containers have long been used by the Automotive industry, from large dealerships to small repair shops. The Auto Industry has recognized the benefits of renting and buying conex containers for years and here's a few of the reasons why:
Conex Containers and Offices for Events in Central Texas
Conex offices and conex containers are commonly used on construction job sites, retailers, and on ranches or farms. However, they can also come in handy when putting on a special event. We have worked with many different companies in Austin and San Antonio who needed to rent out our offices or conex containers for specific days for a special occasion or event.
9 things to consider when buying a Conex Container
Many of our customers, whether they are familiar or unfamiliar with shipping containers, want to know what to look for when buying a conex box. Conex containers that are available for purchase from various outlets come in many different sizes and conditions. The standard sizes are 20’ and 40’ and are either used or one-trip(new) containers. Here are the things I would suggest to look for when considering the purchase of a conex:
20’ Conex Rental in Central Texas
A commonly used container is the 20’ Conex. The conex has many different uses with a few being: a staging area, Inventory management, supply chain management, jobsite storage, and onsite storage. A local school district has used it as a secure place to store new classroom equipment, books, and paperwork. A Production company, uses the conex as a workshop that they open the doors to each day and all of their equipment, props and supplies are onsite and ready to go.
Conex Modifications
In the last several years the popularity of modifying conex containers has grown. We get quite a few calls from customers looking for modifications, everything from the simplest project, such as adding a window, to the more complex like creating a hunting cabin. A few of the industries we have that have worked with us for their conex modifications are construction, retail, restaurant, government & military, and schools.