Shipping Container Blog
Guides to buying, renting, and taking delivery of a shipping container, from The American Containers Company.
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Buying Guides ·
How Long Do Shipping Containers Last Outdoors?
Shipping lines retire containers after about 10 to 15 years at sea, but on land one can keep going for decades. Here is what decides how long yours lasts.
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Buying Guides ·
Conex Box vs Shipping Container: Is There a Difference?
A conex box is a shipping container. Where the name came from (the US Army's Container Express), what buyers mean by it, and the sizes you can buy or rent.
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Buying Guides ·
One-Trip vs Wind and Watertight vs Cargo-Worthy Containers
What one-trip, wind and watertight, and cargo-worthy really mean, which grade fits storage vs shipping, and what to check before you buy a used container.
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Buying Guides ·
How to Buy a Shipping Container Without Getting Scammed
Container scams take your money upfront for a box that doesn't exist. Here's how they work, the warning signs, and how to pay so you're protected.
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Delivery ·
How Much Space Do You Need to Deliver a Shipping Container?
Plan for 100 to 120 feet of straight room, 12 feet of width, and 15 to 16 feet overhead. Here's how to check your route and prep the drop spot.
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