Each year, about 25 million containers arrive in the U.S. by sea, truck, and rail, according to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Unfortunately, many of these containers are often used just once to transport goods cross-border. This usually leaves the country with tons of accumulated empty containers at ports and commercial lots. These containers take up …
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Farmers have always been at the mercy of the weather. The damage caused by Hurricane Harvey is still fresh in the minds of Houston farmers. And you can’t trust flood maps, as almost three-quarters of the homes devastated by Harvey were outside of the 100-year floodplain. But one Houston farm is still standing after Harvey …
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Freight shipping plays a major role in the world’s economy. In the US alone, it’s estimated that long-haul freight shipping will equal 460 million miles a day! When it comes to choosing the right type of shipment for Houston businesses, there are three major types: air, land, and sea. Keep reading to learn more about each type …
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The global number of shipping containers exceeds 32 million TUE. This is equal to more than 32 million 20-foot shipping containers around the world. It’s estimated that six to eight million of these freight vessels travel on boats, trucks, and other means of transportation. Shipping containers can come from a variety of sources and have different …
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Used shipping containers are incredibly versatile. They don’t have to be discarded after serving their original purpose. This is because they make great eco-friendly alternatives for building structures. These days, they’re being used to build everything from offices to entertainment venues. In this post, we’ll show you some of the most interesting uses for them.
The shipping container home movement is huge right now. These days, more and more people are using used shipping containers to build environmentally-friendly and affordable housing. Read on to see some of the most creative designs out there for shipping container homes.
Do you know that used shipping containers can be used to create a perfectly-size pool or a metal playground for your kids? Many customers have always been under the impression that new and used shipping containers are the same other than their age and condition. This can’t be further from the truth. However, they are …
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If you’re using shipping containers for your construction projects or your business, you could very quickly exceed your estimated budget. When they are an essential part of what you are doing, it’s best to search for a good deal.
The terms “used” and “pre-owned” are often associated with “poor quality”. Although this is true about certain types of products, it doesn’t always apply when it comes to used shipping containers for sale in Texas. There’s a huge supply of used shipping containers out there that are still seaworthy and robust enough to be used …
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Whether you’re planning to start an export business in Houston or simply build a storage facility on your property, shipping containers can be your best bet for a base material. It’s sturdy, easily accessible from trusted suppliers like Equipment Management Services, and cost-effective. A shipping unit costs only about $2,500.
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