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Insulating a Container – How Suitable are Containers in the Cold Winter?

Shipping containers are being used for different purposes around the world and many people are repurposing them into offices and homes. These are great ideas and if you are considering either one of…

Dynamic Spaces – How a Container Can Transform From Work to Play

One of the most innovative products over the past few years has been the use of shipping containers for the creation of new and dynamic spaces. These containers were once used specifically for…

Refrigerated Containers – Info and Uses

Refrigerated containers are very popular in the transportation world for their ability to maintain desired temperatures, but they can also serve many other needs. Refrigerated containers are equipped with a refrigeration system that…

Modified Container Trends for Events, Retail Pop-Up and Commercial Spaces

Shipping containers are the ultimate option for customizable mobile spaces, ideal for events or pop-ups that will need to move from city-to-city without a permanent location. When looking at commercial spaces, traditional brick-and-mortar…

9 Things to Consider Before Buying a Shipping Container for Storage

There are so many empty shipping containers in the world, that they actually outnumber those that are in use. Many are being repurposed for residential or commercial use, by using them as modifiable,…

Modular Containers for Emergency Management and Disaster Relief

When pandemics and natural disasters strike, it is typically with little to no warning, leaving devastation in its wake. This can impact thousands of families, business owners and government agencies in America and…

Factory Built Vs. On-site Construction

If this is your first time hearing the term “factory-built homes,” you may be curious about what it entails and if they are different from on-site constructed homes. Giant Containers is here to…

Growing Need For Backyard Home Office/Studio

Many people who are working from home during this pandemic are finding it difficult to concentrate on their work because of various distractions that can be found in their homes. This includes noisy…

The Need For Affordable Housing In North America And Why Modular Structures Are The Solution

In today’s uncertain economy, the need for affordable housing has not been greater. In an effort to provide housing for those who need it most, many local and federal governments are looking for…

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