Welcome to the Unit Group blog. Here you will find clear and helpful guides covering storage, container hire, site accommodation, welfare units, specialist containers and much more. Each post is written to give you simple tips that make planning easier, whether you run a busy worksite or need extra space for your business. We update this blog every month with new advice, size guides, hiring tips, delivery information, and practical ideas for using containers on different sites.
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How to Fireproof a Shipping Container Conversion
A steel shipping container is naturally fire resistant on the outside, but that doesn’t mean a converted container is automatically
Shipping Containers for Rail Infrastructure Projects
Discover how shipping containers support rail infrastructure projects with secure storage for tools, materials, equipment and site operations.
Shipping Container Hire in Tilbury: A Guide for Port and Freight Businesses
Tilbury sits at the heart of one of the busiest freight corridors in the UK. With a working port on
Can You Stack Shipping Containers on Soft Ground?
In short, not safely. Shipping containers are built to be stacked several units high, but that strength depends entirely on
Shipping Containers for Manufacturing Plants
Discover how shipping containers help manufacturing plants store raw materials, equipment and inventory securely while improving operational efficiency.
Shipping Containers vs Portable Cabins: Which Is Right for Your Site?
Both shipping containers and portable cabins solve a similar problem: getting usable space onto a site quickly, without building anything
Shipping Containers in Tilbury: Sizes and Delivery Explained
Ordering a shipping container is usually simple once you know two things: what size you need, and how delivery to
How Shipping Containers Support Just-in-Time Warehousing
Just-in-time warehousing is built around holding as little stock as possible while still meeting demand the moment it arrives. It
What’s the Difference Between a New and a One-Trip Shipping Container?
“New” and “one-trip” get used almost interchangeably by some sellers, but they’re not quite the same thing. If you’re comparing
Why Tilbury Businesses Are Turning to Shipping Containers for Storage
Warehouse space near Tilbury doesn’t come cheap, and it isn’t always easy to find at short notice either. That’s pushed
Shipping Container Hire vs Buying, Which Option Is Best for Your Business
Compare shipping container hire vs buying in the UK. Discover costs, benefits and which option suits your business needs.
Shipping Containers for Renewable Energy Projects
Learn how shipping containers support renewable energy projects with secure storage for equipment, materials, tools and operational supplies.