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NEW AND USED SHIPPING CONTAINERS – THE DIFFERENCES AND WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

NEW AND USED SHIPPING CONTAINERS – THE DIFFERENCES AND WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

The most common question that our sales team gets asked is whether they can make a recommendation between a new or one trip container and a used shipping container and what the differences between these types of containers really are. Unfortunately, they cannot make the decision as to which container best suits everybody’s needs but […]

The Citizen Care Pod is the COVID solution we needed

The Citizen Care Pod is the COVID solution we needed

When the COVID-19 pandemic began at the beginning of this year, it wreaked havoc on most local economies and their health care system. The biggest fear was, and still is in light of the possibility of secondary and tertiary waves, not having the health care infrastructure necessary to support mass testing, treatment and containment of […]

Containers as a sound barrier during Montreal’s summer construction season

Containers as a sound barrier during Montreal’s summer construction season

At the heart of innovation is the concept of using existing products and materials in novel ways to solve existing problems. One such example is the usage of shipping containers as a sound wall to protect neighborhoods against excessive sound from noisy construction projects. The first instance of such a project appears in Côte-Saint-Paul where […]

Montreal spa uses shipping containers as design element

Montreal spa uses shipping containers as design element

Montreal’s Old Port is widely regarded as the heart of the city because it is vibrant with life, social activities and character. It is a prime spot to grab a few drinks, to bike around, and to do some shopping. All fairly exhausting activities however, it is also a great spot to find some quiet […]

HOW TO BUY A SHIPPING CONTAINER

HOW TO BUY A SHIPPING CONTAINER

In order to purchase a shipping container, our team tries to make the process simple and straight-forward. We have a team of knowledgeable staff who can assist you with making a buying choice. The first step in choosing a shipping container is determining the length of time you will need to use it for. In […]

CHOOSING THE CONTAINER THAT FITS YOUR NEEDS

CHOOSING THE CONTAINER THAT FITS YOUR NEEDS

In choosing a shipping / storage container, many of our clients have a specific usage for it in mind. For example, a construction firm asked our sales department for an open-side 40ft container so they could load pipes and machinery through the side that opens. Another example is when a farm owner asked our team […]

Reefer container uses amid the COVID-19 outbreak

Reefer container uses amid the COVID-19 outbreak

As the death toll from the COVID-19 Coronavirus rises across Canada, some facilities are becoming overwhelmed and unable to handle the high number of cases. It has become clear that some hospitals and other care locations simply lack the tools and the facilities to deal with the severities of a pandemic such as the COVID […]

TRUCK DRIVERS: UNSUNG HEROES DELIVERING ESSENTIAL SUPPLIES

TRUCK DRIVERS: UNSUNG HEROES DELIVERING ESSENTIAL SUPPLIES

During the uncertain times of COVID-19, it is very heart-warming to see stories about people showing appreciation to other people. Someone recently shared an article with us about a family in the US who made care packages to give out to truck drivers at a truck stop. This, we believe, is kind of kindness is […]

China’s 10-day Coronavirus hospital was built with containers

China’s 10-day Coronavirus hospital was built with containers

If you haven’t yet heard, the year 2020 began with worries about a global health concern dubbed the Coronavirus (completely unrelated to Corona beer). The virus has created global headlines after it has infected thousands and the number of reported cases and deaths continues to rise. To date, a total of 4 cases have been […]