Container Lighting: A Guide to Safe and Effective Solutions

Introduction Container lighting is a must when using your shipping container. As an owner of a shipping container, you need to be sure that your staff/employees are able to use the container safely.  Lighting affects not only functionality but also safety and security. Here we will guide you through important considerations when it comes to …

Snack shack for a school

We were approached by a local school, looking for a container conversion. They called it a ‘Snack shack’. In effect their ‘Tuck shop’ The school had an old portable cabin unit that was fitted with a serving hatch, cooker, water, lighting and electrics. This worked well for many years until it started to deteriorate so …

RAAC in schools & the shipping containers solution

RAAC has been a big issue in the national news. Many municipal buildings in England were built with RAAC (reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete), and it has become apparent that using this type of concrete may affect the safety and longevity of buildings. The problem – RAAC in schools Days before the school year started, many …

Converted Shipping Containers

Have you ever seen those houses made out of shipping containers on TV and thought, “Wow! How in the world could I get something like that?” Well, that’s the result of converting shipping containers. Converted shipping containers can be used for so many different things, like for storage, classrooms, chemical stores for farmers, and as …

Buying a shipping container office? Read this first!

Mobile office units are a great way of adding secure, comfortable and cost-effective office and canteen spaces to your business. They are an ideal solution for building sites, farms, schools, sports clubs, car dealerships and many other businesses. With your own shipping container office, you can join the thousands of people benefiting from convenience, practicality …

School Refurbishment

Shipping containers for school and college refurbishment This week, the UK Government announced a ten-year plan for the refurbishment of schools and colleges across the nation. With over £1 billion in funding, it is the first major rebuilding programme to be launched since 2014, and will begin as soon as 2020-21. You may be familiar …

5 ways an office container can save you money

Whether you’re a small business, a not-for-profit or a self-employed individual, your office space most likely accounts for a large chunk of your outgoings. As a small company ourselves, we at Billie Box can identify with the difficulty of striking the balance between keeping costs down and finding an office space which suits your needs. …

Classroom shipping container conversions

All too often these days the news carries worrying details of schools being put under increasing pressure to perform, not only from a results perspective but also from a financial perspective.  Teachers are under pressure to provide dedicated teaching to all students, with appropriate attention given to students with additional needs. Headteachers are under pressure …

Cost effective, secure alternative to Prefab buildings

Finding office space and canteen space can be challenging for businesses who find their space is at a premium.  Some businesses (like motor dealerships) sometimes simply do not have any indoor space at all.  Providing your staff with a warm, comfortable and productive working environment is an important consideration for any business.  Ensuring your staff …

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