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28 Apr

Posted at 16:19h in Uncategorised

[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] Let’s face it, green is the way to go these days. Everyone is focused on the environment, waste disposal and waste management. Everywhere you look you see bigger and better solutions for a greener environment. Companies are focusing on cleaning up their production in order to streamline their business. Many companies invest money in a waste skip that can be picked up and emptied once a week. Unfortunately, due to the state of affairs in our country, that isn’t always the most reliable means of waste disposal. Don’t get me wrong, it works, but sometimes drivers will strike or vehicles will break down or the empty skip they deliver smells like it’s been used by a manure farm. And a smelly skip certainly isn’t something you want standing on your premises, do you? Rubbish has to be disposed of but to have a dirty skip standing on your premises can be an eyesore, especially for new potential customers. Fortunately Absolute Containers have a solution to this specific type of scenario. As you may already know we convert old shipping containers into prefab buildings and offices. But we also make waste bins for businesses. Very nice,...

27 Apr

Posted at 16:11h in Uncategorised

[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] The History of Container Conversions Converted containers can be seen everywhere these days. If you’re a resident of Soweto you most likely drive past a few converted containers being used as Spaza shops on your way to work or home. Your kids probably have classes inside a converted container at their school since the use of converted containers is quite popular at schools. If you ever drive through Newtown you’ll notice the new Mill Junction student accommodation flats converted out of the cities old grain silos and used shipping containers, painted with a colorful motif and a beautiful addition to the Johannesburg skyline. Construction of this interesting apartment building was completed on January of 2014 and doors opened on February sporting a total of 375 individual apartments, a library and studying facilities and panoramic views of the city. An interesting development is happening in the northern suburb of Winsor, where contractors are building a new upmarket apartment complex entirely out of shipping containers. Completion of this apartment complex should happen around July and flats will be available for purchase or leasing. Containers are converted into spazas, classrooms, walk-in freezers, mobile art galleries, even restaurants....

26 Apr

Posted at 16:04h in Uncategorised

[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] Benefits of Walk-In Freezers There’s nothing like a cold beer on a hot summer day, is there? How about a delicious meal or a cup of coffee at your favorite restaurant. There’s also no denying that freezers and cold rooms are essential details in the hospitality industry and our modern lives. At Absolute Containers, attention to detail is of the utmost importance to us. You can see it in the efficiency of our services, the professionalism of our staff, and the manufacture of our products. We understand that attention to detail is what brings you (and us) repeat business. Of all the products we manufacture, cold rooms and walk-in freezers are our specialties. The manufacture of equipment for the hospitality industry is a practice of precision. Preparation and cooking are the names of the game but fresh food and produce are the most important. Walk-in freezers and cold rooms require great attention to detail and that is exactly what we provide our clients. South African weather conditions can be harsh so we engineer our cold rooms and walk-in freezers to cope with strenuous conditions. Standard or customized control panels are also available on request for...

26 Apr

Posted at 16:00h in Uncategorised

[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] History of Shipping Containers For the past 60 years, intermodal shipping containers – standardised containers that can be used to transport goods across a number of different modes of transport – have been used to ship cargo around the world. Today, there are more than 17 million shipping containers worldwide, and upwards of 6000 container vessels make over 200 million trips per year. Transporting goods prior to shipping containers Prior to the 1900s, goods were typically transported in bales, barrels, crates, or sacks, which had to be loaded onto cargo ships by hand. This was a highly labour-intensive process that could take a number of days. Matters weren’t simplified by the introduction of trains for transportation in the early 1900s. The loading and offloading of cargo from a ship onto a train could take up to a week, adding considerably to costs and causing congestion in ports. The first shipping container As the trucking business grew in North America in the 1930s and 1940s, different states introduced weight restrictions and levies, which increased the cost of transporting goods by truck. This promoted Malcom McLean, the owner of the fifth largest transportation business in North America at the time, to look for...

25 Apr

Posted at 15:53h in Uncategorised

[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] Wacky Container Conversions Here at Absolute Containers we do all sorts of container conversions and most of our client’s needs are pretty standard. Most of our clients use shipping containers as site offices on construction sites. We also create a lot of walk-in freezers for our customers. Many times, a client simply needs a shipping container for extra storage space or to use as a refuse bin. But, since we’re on the topic of container conversions, we thought we would give you a few examples of the more off-the-wall and wacky ideas for shipping container conversions: 1.An intrepid business man in Wallingford, Seattle has constructed a quaint guest house. What makes this guest house different from other guest houses is that it’s built entirely out of used shipping containers. Each chalet is fitted with all the amenities including AC, a kitchenette and satellite TV and rated as one of the best guest houses in the area. 2. Everyone loves a good swim now and again. Especially on a hot, South African summer’s day, right? Well, have you ever imagined swimming in a shipping container pool? A US based company called Macro-Sea created several pools at a...

21 Apr

Posted at 15:21h in Uncategorised

[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] Creative Container Conversions From Robust Shipping The invention of the world’s first shipping container by an American businessman more than 60 years ago revolutionized trade and transportation. Today, they are not only used internationally for transport and logistics, but also for cold-storage, and offshore oil and gas, and you’ll see shipping containers on the move in most of the world’s busy harbours. But steel shipping containers aren’t only used for shipping goods. Container conversions are showing up all over the world in a myriad of forms from houses, schools, and clinics to offices, workshops, and even compact retail space. When it comes to converted containers, there are more options than most people imagine, and so it’s important to think out of the box. After all, shipping containers are just that – large, steel storage boxes. But as soon as you start visualizing these big boxes with doors and windows, roofs and gutters, that are fitted or furnished for purpose, you’ll see how they can be converted into an incredible assortment of container homes, container offices, and other container buildings. Ten Advantages Of Using Converted Shipping Containers Variable sizes: Containers are manufactured in different sizes from quite small 3m-long...

18 Apr

Posted at 15:11h in Uncategorised

[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] Shipping Container Offices We offer container offices in a range of sizes – from basic site offices to luxury corporate offices, with or without insulation and air conditioning. We also offer containers that combine storage and office space. In addition to providing a range of standardised container offices, our expert team can customise office units, adding windows, shelving, carpeting, electrical points, lighting fixtures, extra security features and other amenities according to your specifications. All conversion work is done on our premises. Once we deliver an office container, you can begin using it immediately. Uses Our office containers are ideal as: construction site offices event administration offices, for exhibits, trade conferences, festivals, concerts or other events portable offices for film shoots permanent office modules, for expanding the office space on your work premises, without having to build from scratch in-plant offices or offices adjacent to manufacturing, storage or processing facilities, to allow in-person administration of local operations. If a single unit doesn’t provide enough office space for your purposes, we can combine multiple containers into a single, attractive office space. Why is a Shipping Container Office Right for You? Shipping Containers are Cost Effective Shipping container offices can be considerably cheaper than the average...

15 Apr

Posted at 14:46h in Uncategorised

[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] 4 Common Myths About Container Modification If you’re considering building with shipping containers, you’re probably wondering whether storage containers are the right choice for your next project. This is to be expected — after all, containers aren’t originally built to be converted. Before you begin construction with shipping containers, it is vital for you to know all of the limitations, as well as the benefits, of building with shipping containers. Luckily, when it comes to modified shipping containers, there is TONS of free information online. There’s just one problem. How do you know if this information is TRUE? Often, the people talking about converted shipping containers online are hardly experts, and they spread false information on the internet for all to see. As a result, several myths about shipping container modifications are circulating online. In this article, we will go through 4 of the most popular shipping container modification myths so you can get the facts right and make the correct decision. Myth #1: Converting a Shipping Container Costs Much Less than Traditional Construction In this day and age, companies and individuals are always looking for ways to reduce costs and save money. So, naturally, when looking to build a new...

14 Apr

Posted at 14:39h in Uncategorised

[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] Shipping Container Maintenance Shipping containers are constructed from sturdy steel and treated with marine-grade paint. The result is that they require very little in the way of maintenance.However, prolonged exposure to the elements and day-to-day use can eventually take their toll. To ensure a shipping container stays in good condition for years to come, it’s recommended that you inspect the container periodically and complete any necessary repairs without delay. Regular container inspection The number one way to ensure that a shipping container remains in top condition is to inspect it thoroughly at least once every few months, and make any repairs that are obviously needed. Although most problems develop gradually, it’s always better to catch them before they become serious. Inspect the floor of the container, the walls, the roof, and the doors for bulges, dents, chipped paint, rust, or corrosion. Also examine the lock-rods, hinges, and seals of the doors to ensure that they’re in working order. If you have a reefer, it’s advisable to hire a professional to carry out a thorough annual inspection of the refrigeration unit. Maintaining the roof and walls Shipping containers that have been stacked often end up with dents in the...

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