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30 Apr

Posted at 13:51h in Articles

There are certainly multiple benefits of using a modular design in the construction of prefabricated containers as opposed to other options. In this overview, we have collected a few of the most important ones for you to evaluate before investing in other forms of construction. Although inherently, these have mainly been used in the construction and mining industries, we have seen a significant upswing in the domestic market for this specific type of building procedure. Versatility at its Best If you can think of a construction you would need on-site at your home, plot, or business site, we at Absolute Containers could probably build it for you with prefabricated containers. Prefabricated spaces are already being used for storage facilities, administration offices, boardrooms, security offices, kitchens and mess halls, training rooms, clinics and medical facilities, dormitories, and ablution facilities – to mention only a few. Once the planning has been done and with the relevant local authorities’ approval, they can either be constructed at our premises or on-site at yours. 1, 2, 3 and You’re Done The containers are generally either 6m or 12m long. They arrive on-site with most of the installations already completed. With experienced technicians, these units are fitted with electric wiring, low...

30 Apr

Posted at 13:42h in Articles

Are you looking for shipping containers in Gauteng? Whatever your reason for wanting these versatile steel structures, before you continue your search, here are some things you might want to know: Preparation Before Purchase Before rushing out to either rent or purchase shipping containers in Gauteng, first analyse your situation. Do some educated research into what your exact needs and requirements are. What would you need the shipping containers for? What dimensions (length, width, height) would you need to meet your specific requirements and how many would you need? If you don’t know, the standard shipping container, regardless of dimensions, has evolved far beyond being just a metal box one would place on a truck or shipping vessel in which to transport goods or produce from one place to another. Versatility Like No Other To the contrary, the roofs of transportation boxes have also been removed, and they are used for anything from collecting trash to creating swimming pools. Keeping the roof on converts the metal box into absolutely anything you can think of, including offices, classrooms, clinics, and medical facilities or on-site operational headquarters facilities. They can even be used for assisting security and crowd control at large public events or industrial facilities where access management...

17 Mar

Posted at 11:19h in Articles

Among the many constraints that South Africans have had to endure in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic was the ban on cross-border travel. Today, some popular destinations remain closed to overseas travellers even after more than two years. However, we are more fortunate than many other nations. We have an exceptional climate and innumerable attractive local destinations at which to enjoy a memorable “staycation”. Interestingly, the travel restrictions have driven interest in park homes for sale in South Africa.   Unfortunately, conventional construction methods generally result in prices that most people cannot afford. However, there is now an alternative that could make owning a holiday home more realistic for those with a modest income, providing them with holiday accommodation and the opportunity to earn some rental income when they return to work. What works for the individual could work even better for an entrepreneur who may wish to start a profitable holiday-letting business. Like the shipping containers from which they are made, the resulting park homes for sale come in various sizes.   These durable steel structures amount to prefabricated rooms that can be fitted and furnished as modestly or luxuriously as one’s budget permits. A single twelve-metre unit can accommodate a couple comfortably while adding a...

17 Mar

Posted at 11:13h in Articles

When Malcolm McLean, a trucking company owner from North Carolina, introduced the idea of packing marine freight into sturdy, rectangular steel boxes, his insight changed the industry's future. In 1956, his first shipment transported 58 units loaded onto a specially converted oil tanker named the "Ideal X" from Newark to Houston. Today, while more than 225 million of these metal boxes are shipped annually, companies that perform container conversions have found many alternative but equally practical uses for McLean's invention.   Three features of these steel storage vessels account for the exceptional versatility that has led to many varied uses, the first being their rigid construction. Secondly, in addition to shipment by sea, they are also suitable for transportation by road and rail. Finally, they are available in several standard sizes that differ mainly by their length. Together, these features provide an ideal starting point for the wide range of modular structures now driving worldwide demand for innovative container conversions.   In addition to oxygen and shelter, humans will always need food and drink, which is a fact that has led to the widespread proliferation of supermarkets, small retailers, cafes, and restaurants. Unfortunately, the cost of purchasing or renting business premises in most countries, including South Africa,...

27 Feb

Posted at 14:59h in Articles

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]The nation’s legislative capital is far from the nearest port. It is, therefore, surprising that one of South Africa’s largest container sales companies operates in Pretoria. In addition to selling new and used units of various sizes, the Jacaranda City operation also specialises in converting them for uses other than carrying marine freight.   While our nation once attracted hundreds of immigrants, many South Africans are now leaving their homeland to seek new lives overseas. Many also choose to transport the contents of their homes aboard a ship in a rugged weatherproof metal box. When placing online orders from Gauteng, or any of the nine provinces, with a container sales company in Pretoria, buyers should make sure that the service includes delivery to their location. Beware of dealers offering big discounts as they might delegate the responsibility for collection to the buyer.   However, there are plenty of other ways to make good use of these durable steel vessels for those who choose to remain. To start, most people could benefit from more storage space. Whether for temporary or permanent use, there are few cheaper or more effective ways to store quad bikes, camping gear, and kayaks than purchasing a second-hand...

27 Feb

Posted at 14:46h in Articles

Humans are inherently acquisitive, and there have never been more desirable items for consumers to acquire than during the last few decades. The average garage would have housed only the family car and a few tools at one time. Today, however, many of those vehicles are sitting in driveways, replaced by freezers, canoes, camping equipment, and other items that homeowners are reluctant to discard, believing they may, one day, prove useful. By contrast, many homeowners are now utilising shipping containers for storage purposes.   Once a shipping company no longer requires these secure steel boxes, they might sell them for scrap. However, there is a growing trend to sell them to companies that convert them for alternative uses. These conversions often require extensive work involving the addition of windows and special furnishings. Many will be repurposed to provide prefabricated classrooms, offices, or clinics, while others will serve as recreation facilities or luxurious park homes. Naturally, such elaborate conversions can be costly. However, these units require little or no modification to serve as storage containers.   According to the international convention, container sizes are customarily expressed as their length in feet. The most common sizes are 20 and 40 feet or approximately six and 12 metres. The same robust structure...

12 Jan

Posted at 08:22h in Articles

Once, the vast majority of those iconic, rectangular steel boxes, first introduced by an American haulier and entrepreneur in the '50s, would have served out their seafaring duties, been decommissioned, and been sold for their scrap metal value. Today, there are more than 17 million of these globally. Over 5 million of these are actively engaged in transporting marine freight and, collectively, make around 200 million voyages annually. While many of the others serve as land-based storage, the shipping container modification market now claims many of those that might otherwise have been sold to other shippers or recycled.   In effect, repurposing these storage vessels has proved to be a better business option than recycling them. This fact is borne out by how much this industry's value has grown during recent years. Current predictions indicate a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6,6% between 2020 and 2027. That translates as an increase on the 2019 figure of just over $76,5 million to annual shipping container modification sales worth a massive $114 million within the next five years. So, what are the factors driving this continuing increase in consumer demand, and how will they influence the market in 2022 and beyond?   One of the principal drivers of this...

12 Jan

Posted at 08:01h in Articles

The past few decades are likely to go down in history as the age of the scam. Just as the internet has created innumerable benefits for the honest citizen, it has also opened up numerous opportunities for those who wish to enrich themselves by preying on the unwary consumer. The banks warn us regularly about the latest schemes to steal our account details, and consumer programmes advise us about the unscrupulous practices of cowboy builders. However, few realise that the extent to which shipping containers sales have become the target of fraudsters has grown in parallel with the increased public interest in these items.   At first glance, one might wonder how this type of scam could work and whether it is not just another conspiracy theory. However, the principle is surprisingly simple. The unwitting buyers are drawn to a website with the promise of substantial discounts and savings where they will find enticing pictures of the stock and glowing testimonials from dozens of satisfied customers. What could possibly go wrong? Unfortunately, everything! The site owners will collect your money but will not deliver your goods. In practice, scams involving shipping containers appeal to the perpetrators because they require little investment but are highly...

17 Dec

Posted at 15:42h in Articles

Containers have been used for decades to transport goods across the globe, but there has been a significant trend in shipping containers being re-purposed as office space units and as a workplace. Office containers are mostly seen within the Construction Industry, Agricultural Industry, Mining sites, and Development Industry. Shipping containers are a cost-effective and flexible solution when looking for a semi-permanent or permanent business solution. Do shipping containers have toxic chemicals? How does one make it a safe environment for office use? We outline some key considerations. Proper insulation is crucial for when using a container as an office space to ensure protection against condensation and prevention against corrosion and mould. Insulation also helps with regulating high and low temperatures (climate control) while reducing external noise. If you’re purchasing or renting a container for workplace purposes, confirm with your manufacturer that no hazardous chemicals, such as pesticides, are used to treat the flooring. Confirm with your supplier that the paint used, does not use any harmful chemicals such as phosphorous and chromate. Ensure that second-hand containers / containers conversions does not have any extra toxic paint coatings. Ensure that flammable or explosive material are stored safely, as it can pose as a...

14 Dec

Posted at 15:02h in Articles

Many of the millions of shipping containers manufactured worldwide will never find their way onto a cargo vessel. Of the millions that do fulfil their intended role, not all will live out their lifespan at sea. Most will be decommissioned long before their usefulness has passed – in some cases, after just a single voyage. While, at one time, these used vessels would have been sold for scrap and recycled or lain idle, there is now a high demand for container rentals. In practice, new or used units in good condition are equally suitable for shipping purposes, and renting offers a cheaper option, especially for one-off use by an emigrating family. Today, however, an increasing number of leased units are destined for more innovative applications onshore. For example, companies and individuals often require some temporary storage capacity. A construction company might need a secure facility to store vehicles, equipment, and materials overnight. A family might require somewhere to keep furniture while their home is being refurbished. In each case, container rentals offer a cost-effective solution in the form of a durable steel structure that is windproof and watertight. However, providing a temporary storage facility is only one of several uses for these metal boxes. They...

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