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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 […]

Let’s rally together against the virus

Let’s rally together against the virus

In these challenging times, it’s nice to see Canadians coming together to help one another. Former hockey player and current Assistant Director of Player Development to the Toronto Maple Leafs, Hayley Wickenheiser, has been spending her time supporting front-line workers during the COVID-19 crisis. She partnered with Conquer COVID-19, a volunteer organization focused on providing […]

THE CURRENT POLITICAL CLIMATE AND ITS EFFECT ON SHIPPING CONTAINERS

THE CURRENT POLITICAL CLIMATE AND ITS EFFECT ON SHIPPING CONTAINERS

Since the growing uncertainty surrounding tariffs between the world’s largest economies, the global trade scene has experienced its consequences. This, in turn, is affecting the number of shipping containers available in the North American market and thus, their price. The imposition of additional tariffs between China and the US is causing the number of goods […]

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 […]

Shipping containers are perfect for bike storage

Shipping containers are perfect for bike storage

In an effort to diminish its environmental footprint, the city of downtown Montreal has begun a pilot project to improve local deliveries. Ville-Marie borough has made the switch from delivery trucks to delivery bicycles for the most local deliveries. This is believed to reduce carbon emissions as well as reduce road congestion. Journal de Montreal […]

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 […]

SHIPPING CONTAINERS DURING THE WINTER SEASON

SHIPPING CONTAINERS DURING THE WINTER SEASON

With winter right here, the change in seasons always sees a spike in the storage needs of many of our clients. From automotive dealerships going through tire change season to landscapers putting away their summer equipment, we spent the last few months serving our clients storage needs. Here is a brief overview on what the […]

THE EXTINCTION OF THE 20FT REEFER SHIPPING CONTAINER

THE EXTINCTION OF THE 20FT REEFER SHIPPING CONTAINER

We often talk about specialized types of shipping containers like flat racks, open tops and of course, refrigerated shipping containers. Today, we will focus our attention on refrigerated shipping containers, also known as reefer sea cans. Reefer containers come in two standard sizes, 20ft and 40ft lengths; with the 20 footer measuring 8’6” in height […]

TOP REASONS TO INSTALL DECALS ON YOUR SHIPPING CONTAINER

TOP REASONS TO INSTALL DECALS ON YOUR SHIPPING CONTAINER

If you own a company and sell a product, you probably have your own logo, mission statement, or some kind of identifying mark to let your customers know who you are. Over time, that will help them build brand recognition and loyalty to your product as they will be able to recognize your quality and […]