Author: A&M Containers

When shopping around for shipping containers, you will likely come across a multitude of options to choose from in regards to the composition of the unit. One of those things is the choice between an open top container and closed top container. Open top containers are just what they sound like — steel boxes with …

Safe shipping container handling is one of the most important stages in the life cycle of these units. It will set the stage for the life span of the unit, as well as its durability and aesthetics. While technology and automation have certainly come a long way in helping solve problems related to shipping container …

Due to their durability and affordability, used shipping containers are a good investment when it comes to storage. But when you buy a used container, there’s a good chance it’s been in use on the high seas for many years, so it’s common to see sections of rust, some dents and other minor forms of …

Shipping containers have so many more uses than cargo transportation. Because A&M Container Sales has been around for so long, we’ve seen some pretty cool things that people do with shipping containers. With so many innovative client visions out there, it’s easy to see how you can modify your container to result in a memorable …

From heavy rains and strong winds to extreme heat and cold, shipping containers are designed to withstand a variety of weather conditions. You never know what you’ll get at sea, or even in your own backyard, so it’s important to know how your chosen container will fare in various weather conditions. When shipping containers are …

As you know, international trading is a very important part of the global economy. Not only do you need sturdy and durable shipping containers to transport goods of all kinds, you need those containers backed by comprehensive logistics measures to ensure safety and to ensure the goods get where they need to be on time. …

Just like you would not leave your home for work without locking the front door, you shouldn’t leave your storage container unlocked in the backyard. While it’s not likely that a burglar will attempt to get inside your container to steal the goods contained therein, you don’t want to take that chance, do you? A …

Whether you own a landscaping business or you’re a home or business owner who just happens to have a lot of lawn equipment, you may be looking for a spacious place to store it. You want it to be large, mobile, and close by so you can retrieve equipment from it when you need it. …

If you own a farm, ranch or vineyard and are in need of extra storage space, shipping containers can be the ideal solution to your dilemma. You don’t have to construct costly permanent buildings on your property, and you have the luxury of moving the units if you want to. Plus, you can stack them …