SMILER258

Hi all, had an idea for a while, about using a 20ft shipping container for all my tools, work area and part storage, and wondered if it had any floors in the idea? As I plan on emmigrating to canada once I have done my apprenticeship and gained experience, I thought it would be good as It would all be contained in one place. It's also secure, so no dangers of break-ins And I could transport it where ever. Can anyone see any problems with the idea at all? I only want to use it for storage btw. And a second hand one is around 1500 quid

cossiejay

they are good for storage but weld or grind ( so there round ) the hinge bolts ,we had all our gear in one when I worked at the quarrys and the the scum unbolted the hidges and opened both doors in one

spot1

I have one inside a hanger and store all my tools in it,the only problem i have is loads of condensation just can't keep anything dry.

SMILER258

ah, so other than the small bolt issue, it's just condensation problems? What could solve that?

clairendave

Condensation can be almost resolved with a spray insulation on to the inside of the roof, make sure it either has or gets some fresh air vents, and keep them uncovered. Used to do a lot of work for a storage company, they did the above to all theres.

Maybe a ply lining could stop it too.

james kiely

iTrader: (5)

if you can find a old fridge container they are already insulated and do away with the conednsation issue matey

grecian.s1

As already stated terrible for condensation wich then leads to tools you don't use often getting mouldy

SMILER258

Ah right, so if it was properly vented, I could get away with it? Cheers for the replies too!

grecian.s1

The office ones would be ok, z little more expensive but have lights etc in already and insulated and boarded. I priced one a few weeks back and it was 1200 for 20ft one

cossiestu

Looked pretty cool on that George Clark thing on tv the other day!

BRAMMER

iTrader: (23)

Ply lining does work as we have them at work to store cardboard which is perfectly dry when removed

stu170

A mate of my old mans has just got 2 44 footers. Stood them side by siide and cut the sides out. Weighed that in and welded the 2 up to make a big one. Not seen it yet but will get pics when i get down his yard

swiftyrs

no ur talkin proper size wrk shop

car.crash

Make sure you up the security on the door. They are very easy to get into by either taking the door off or cutting the brackets that your locks go onto.
They echo like mad inside when your banging so insulation would sort that aswell as the condensation.

andym

iTrader: (1)

Cool, pics would be good

Rogeyboy

iTrader: (2)

We have one at work for storage, condensation is a major issue... Reading this ive got some ideas to try n dry it out n keep it dry. Thanks all!