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With shipping containers in the U.K still in such short supply the lines and leasing companies are placing ever greater emphasis on fast turnaround times. Equipment is almost on ... read more
Just as shipping container prices looked set to soften the factories in China are thought to be considering closing. As new container orders continue to dwindle and factory yards remain ... read more
Bulk goods needing temperature controlled storage are ideally suited to reefers. For sale in the same sizes as conventional containers most chilled and frozen applications can be catered for. Not ... read more
Shipping container prices have risen, many looking to buy will be seeking out the cheapest option and who would blame them? A quick search on the internet will return ... read more
Trying to sort your goods inside a shipping container in pitch darkness can be problematic to say the least. A torch or car headlights can solve the problem but fitting ... read more
With so many containers for sale being offered by companies and depots you may wonder what on earth they are all being used for. Some are still used for shipping ... read more
Bullmans have today had installed a brand new CCTV system to cover their container depot and self storage site. The current CCTV equipment has been replaced with a state of ... read more
Despite a slight drop in prices for new containers in China just recently used container prices are still rising. Until such time as supply increases and overstocking forces the hand ... read more
The price of new containers from the factories has dropped slightly during the last few days. It will take some time for this to filter through to the end ... read more
The shipping container industry could be affected by the proposed industrial action by public sector workers scheduled for tomorrow. Negotiations between the government and unions seem to have reached an ... read more
We have provided containers for sale for a wide variety of uses ranging from traditional freight and cargo transportation to accommodation units. Some of the more weird and wonderful projects we have ... read more
A freight container can be effectively converted into a mobile bar for festivals, exhibitions and events. Conversions like these have been used for years to serve food and drinks up ... read more
Both companies and individuals are realising the potential of shipping container architecture. Recent design projects that Bullmans have been involved with have ranged from a 5 star safari lodge in Africa to a ... read more
Freight container prices are still rising. Whether new “one trip” or used there seems to be little let up for anyone looking to buy. The main driver for this is basic ... read more
Having racking or shelving fitted to your container can make a world of difference when using it for storage. With such a large space it can be tempting to pile ... read more
The first thing to do is find companies that buy shipping containers such as Bullmans. If you are looking to sell equipment then most people buying will need to know ... read more
Selecting the correct freight container for your cargo can save a lot of time, hassle and expense. There are a whole range of specialist units built to carry certain products ... read more
The best size container to choose for your storage needs will depend on a number of factors. A single 20ft container or a pair will be better for access to ... read more
Ramps are often required for loading freight containers either when they are on the back of a lorry or on the ground. The door sill and internal floor height of ... read more
Shipping container design and architecture these days is opening up a whole new avenue for boxes far removed from their usual purpose, to carry freight. Custom conversions have seen projects ... read more

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