What are Custom Storage Containers?

Shipping and storage containers provide numerous invaluable uses for businesses across countless industries. These containers allow you to securely store everything from machinery to retail inventory to construction supplies to pharmaceuticals and everything in between. With so much versatility, you can achieve various goals by using a storage container. But these containers can achieve even more versatility with customizations.  

Storage containers with modifications empower you to tailor the units to meet your unique storage requirements. What modifications exist for storage containers, and how do they benefit organizations regardless of size or industry? Discover what makes customized storage containers an ideal solution. 

Modifications for Storage Containers

Storage containers of all sizes can be modified to effectively tackle a vast array of applications. What modifications are available for shipping containers? 

Entry Doors & Windows

Entry doors and windows can completely transform both the function and the aesthetic of a storage container. Entry doors of all types can be added to the ends and sides of your container to accommodate various needs. The standard 6ft roll-up doors offer a secure option with a galvanized steel construction and sliding locking clasp. If you’re seeking an even tougher, weatherproof option, heavy-duty roll-up doors can provide enhanced results. These doors are composed of anodized metal aluminum, designed to keep the contents of the container secure and in excellent condition. 

Another option for entry doors is the standard 3ft personnel door. Personnel doors are available in industrial and residential options, depending on your needs. The industrial version is made of solid steel, while the residential version is a wood door with a metal skin. Both variants of the personnel door can be outfitted with a security swing arm made with steel tubing, enhancing security measures further. 

Windows of all types can completely alter your storage space. These windows can transform a standard container into a storefront or office with ease, allowing natural light to open the space. They are available in many different sizes. Skylights can also be added to the ceiling, adding even more light to the unit. 

Flooring

Flooring is another customization option that can entirely transform a storage container. While the original flooring is marine plywood, other options exist, either for enhanced durability or improved aesthetics. One great option for industrial uses is the steel overlay, which is installed over the existing flooring and welded at the seams and edges. Alternatively, vinyl floor covering is glued onto the existing flooring. This oil-resistant option is easy to clean and comes in various color options to suit branding needs. A non-slip coating can also be applied directly to the existing container floor. 

HVAC

Looking for climate control in your shipping container? Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning can transform a storage container into a gorgeous, comfortable pop-up shop, cafe, or office—just to name a few of the many options. Window AC or commercial through-wall HVAC system can be installed easily. Both options allow you to regulate the temperature, keeping the container at the right temperature—whether it’s for storage or other business operations.  

Ventilation is another important aspect of successfully setting up your storage container. Ventilation air ducts are commonly used when connecting various sections of an office space, allowing for airflow between the different sections. Rooftop turbine vents are an excellent option for limited budgets, and they provide convenient ventilation through the roof. Fixed louvre vents work in conjunction with exhaust fans, allowing air to pass through the unit. 

Electrical & Lighting

With electrical and lighting in your storage container, your customization options are endless. These modifications allow you to achieve endless results with your container. Lights, outlets, data, and phone lines are all available for shipping containers. The containers can be modified with standard 110V receptacles, just like what’s found in a home. For indoor lighting, overhead fluorescent and LED fixtures are a great option. Floodlights and porch lighting can be added to the exterior for enhanced security and increased visibility. 

Custom Paint

Depending on the intended use of your shipping container, your modified container will represent you or your brand. Custom paint allows you to choose an aesthetic and can enhance any container’s appearance.  

Insulation

Insulation and other interior finishing options can change the way you use your storage container by providing the climate requirements for your goals. These additions allow for additional temperature stabilization, especially when paired with HVAC modifications. Users can opt for fiberglass insulation with FRP plywood paneling, rigid polystyrene foam paneling, fiberglass insulation with Hardie paneling, or closed-cell spray foam. Each option caters to different needs and offers different benefits. 

Locking Mechanisms

Locking mechanisms can be added to shipping containers to enhance their existing security measures.  The existing locking clasps that come standard on most storage units provide strong security as is, but these customizations can deliver even better results. Lock boxes can be installed, allowing for placement of an additional lock that’s hidden.  Heavy-duty cargo door locks clamp over the inner locking rods. Security swing arms use steel tubing to add extra reinforcement to personnel doors. Any of these options allow you to remain confident about the security of your valuable contents. 

Shelving

When using a storage container, organization is the key to success. Shelving can enhance the organization of a storage container, allowing users to neatly place inventory or shop items in their space. These shelves can be customized and configured according to your specific storage needs. They can be attached to the container walls for stability or can be free-standing and arranged in many configurations. 

Benefits of Custom Storage Containers

Are storage container customizations worth the investment? Discover what makes these modifications so valuable to users across industries. 

Tailored Solutions

Custom storage containers allow businesses to tailor their unit to meet their exact needs. With these customized solutions, you can obtain enhanced results. These modifications elevate storage containers to improve outcomes and add to the overall use of these units. 

Increased Uses

By adding various modifications to a storage unit, you unlock endless use cases, rather than being stuck with the typical storage options. These customizations can change shipping containers endlessly, allowing them to become offices, shops, storm shelters, and so much more. 

Enhanced Convenience

Modifying your storage unit makes the entire experience more convenient. Because you can choose the exact features to meet your goals, you can enjoy enhanced convenience as you work with your storage container. 

Choose Custom Storage for Your Business

Does a customized storage container sound like the ideal solution for your business’s goals? Since 1988, Container Technology has offered high-quality new and used storage containers with a comprehensive menu of available modifications. We are based in Atlanta and can provide solutions for customers in Georgia and beyond. Call us today to learn more or request a free quote online!