Per the namesake, you might think that shipping containers are used primarily for shipments. While this is true, 40’ and 20’ shipping containers are extremely versatile and are great for so much more. From home design and outdoor use to transporting goods and being used for entrepreneurial ...

When sending shipping containers overseas, it can be an anxiety-inducing event, especially if it’s your first time. You have to figure out where to start, who to involve, what you need to do to get started and that doesn’t even get into the paperwork or packing! There’s so much that goes into the ...

Shakespeare in Shipping Containers " Last weekend was the culmination of years of work to achieve his goal of watching Shakespeare from a container for Angus Vail, the force behind Container Globe. His goal wasn’t just to watch Shakespeare from any container, though. It is Angus's punk rock ...

Shipping containers have revolutionized the storage and shipment industry — and they are great for stacking. Like adult Legos, you can put them together in combinations that fit your needs. But there are a few things to consider when planning your container stacking to keep the process safe, ...

In other blogs, we have discussed the size of the container, how you want it delivered and whether you should put blocking under it. However, we have not discussed one of the most important things you should do before you get your container—prep your container delivery spot. In this blog we will ...

The Coolest Way to Relax This Summer What do you get when you take nature and e-bikes, add in some paddleboards if there is a lake nearby and put it all in a cool container? Electric Trails, an e-bike rental and sales company both on the North Shore of Minnesota and in the Minneapolis metro area. ...

Storage solutions are in high demand. Whether you are an individual with personal belongings to store, a business with a surplus of inventory or an excess company equipment, finding the right storage solution is increasingly important. There are several storage methods available that can meet these ...

Shipping containers can be used for a wide range of purposes, from storing items in one place to moving goods and materials from place to place (or continent to continent) and can be modified into a wide variety of structures. So, if you've been thinking about buying a shipping container for an ...

If you are using a shipping container for storage, it's likely that you have valuable items inside. Properly locking your container to ensure the security of these items is essential. If you're unsure about the best way to lock your container, we're here to guide you so you can rest easy knowing ...

Whether you’re hoping to invest in a shipping container for your business or for your personal use, it’s not a decision that you make lightly. With loads of experience (See what we did there?) in the shipping container industry, our team at Super Cubes can help you learn everything there is to know ...

Tornado Shelter Container with door that swings inside and opening on the side to check the weather. Before it is anchored to the ground. Mother Nature can be a powerful and unpredictable force, and one of her demonstrations is tornados. Tornados can wipe out entire cities in a matter of moments, ...

Shipping containers may be essential to your business, but they can also be a huge hassle if you’re not careful and humidity enters the equation. Humid shipping containers can promote a moist environment that wreaks havoc on whatever you’re storing or shipping. At Super Cubes, we’ve been working ...

Today, we are focusing on using containers for industrial applications. These are projects that use containers to house equipment for specific applications. In some cases, the container may need to move that equipment from one location to another. In other situations, the site where the equipment ...

When buying a shipping container, you want to be confident that you are getting exactly what you are paying for. Scammers are becoming increasingly savvy, and unfortunately, the shipping container market is no exception to their tactics. This is why ensuring your vendor is a reputable source is ...

Buying a shipping container is no small feat. It’s a huge investment to ensure that your product is safely stored and/or delivered. This is why it’s more important than ever to ensure your vendor is a reputable source. Our team at Super Cubes knows shipping containers like the back of their hand ...

Shipping containers are a great solution with so many uses. They can hold a ton of stuff and keep it all safe and dry. Some common uses include home, office, retail or commercial storage, mobile offices, pop-up shops, construction site buildings, tiny homes and more. Since shipping containers are ...

This blog post was written by a Super Cubes' customer from Northeast Minnesota who transformed a 20-foot shipping container into a functional and visually appealing backyard shed. I was so excited to see pictures of the final product that I asked him to share exactly how he made his beautiful ...

At Super Cubes, we're always up for a challenge, especially when it involves pushing the boundaries of innovation. When Eglin Air Force Base approached us with a project to create a container that would house test equipment while the container and test subjects are exposed to extreme temperatures ...

Shipping containers are very popular with homeowners. If you haven’t looked into creating a shipping container home at some point in your life, you’re missing out. But more than that, these hefty storage boxes are also great for homeowners in other ways. Today, we’re exploring 5 ways you homeowners ...

Many contractors rent containers as needed for their projects. On the surface, this seems like a good approach—you get them for as long as you need them and give them back. But is it the best call in the long run? In this blog, we explore the pros and cons of renting versus buying storage ...

When deciding to modify a shipping container, one of the most important things you will need to decide is if you will complete the modification yourself or have someone do it for you. Both options have pros and cons, and cost and ease are not the only things to consider. In the chart below, we'll ...