Get Temporary Storage in Place Before Space Problems Disrupt the Work

Secure, configurable temporary storage containers for projects, renovations, seasonal demand, and changing operational needs.

Temporary storage needs often arrive with a deadline.

A renovation removes usable space. Seasonal inventory starts filling work areas. Tools and materials need to remain closer to an active project. A facility transition creates an immediate need for secure storage outside the building.

We provide temporary storage containers for businesses that need practical space where the work is happening.

Our flat-pack steel units are available in seven standard lengths and can be configured with locking systems, shelving, racks, lighting, ventilation, insulation, and moisture-control options. We support individual sites and coordinated deployments across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico.

We sell owned containers rather than monthly rentals. Your storage unit can solve an immediate need and remain available for future projects, seasonal demand, facility changes, or another location.

Tell us what you need to store, where the unit will be placed, and when it needs to be ready.

 

Storage Units

Our core flat pack storage unit lineup is available in 7 sizes from 3.5′ to 19′. All units feature a 7.5′ width, galvanized steel construction, and a powder-coated finish for secure, standardized commercial storage.

3.5' x 7.5'

1m x 2.29m

Our most compact storage solution, perfect for tight spaces while providing superior protection and reliability.

Residential, Small spaces

5' x 7.5'

1.5m x 2.29m

Compact yet spacious container engineered for durability, versatility, and long-lasting performance.

Residential, Small business

7' x 7.5'

2m x 2.29m

Popular residential size offering excellent storage capacity with a manageable footprint.

Residential, HOA communities

10' x 7.5'

3m x 2.29m

Versatile mid-size unit that balances capacity with footprint. Perfect for contractors and job sites.

Contractors, Job sites

13' x 7.5'

4m x 2.29m

Extended capacity unit offering more space while maintaining easy transport. Great for equipment dealers.

Equipment dealers, Retail

16' x 7.5’.

5m x 2.29m

Large capacity storage for demanding applications. Ideal for industrial operations and property management.

Industrial, Property management

19' x 7.5’.

6m x 2.29m

Our largest single-compartment storage unit, providing maximum capacity for commercial and industrial needs.

Industrial, Large-scale storage

Create Space Without Creating Another Operational Problem

An urgent requirement can make the first available storage option seem acceptable.

The container still needs to hold the right amount of material, fit the placement area, protect its contents, and arrive within the required timeframe. A unit that is too small may leave equipment exposed. A unit that is too large may be difficult to deliver, assemble, or position safely.

We help you define the practical requirements before the order is finalized.

Flatbox Solutions temporary portable storage container positioned for commercial site use

That includes:

  • What you need to store
  • How long you expect to use the unit
  • How often your team needs access
  • The available site footprint
  • Delivery and unloading conditions
  • Locking and access requirements
  • Organization needs
  • Weather and moisture concerns
  • Future use at the same site or another location

Whether you need one on-site storage box or several approved configurations across multiple facilities, early planning can reduce delays and avoid ordering the wrong setup.

Temporary Use Does Not Require a Disposable Decision

“Temporary” may describe the current problem, but it does not have to describe the useful life of the container.

An owned unit can support a renovation now, seasonal inventory later, and another project after that. It can remain at one facility, move between work locations, or become part of an approved storage program.

That gives you a reusable asset instead of restarting the rental and sourcing process whenever another need appears.

Share your delivery location, target date, estimated size, and site-access details.

 

Choose a Temporary Storage Container That Fits

The right container should provide enough usable capacity without taking up more space than the site can support.

We offer seven standard storage-unit lengths:

Our core units use a consistent 7.5-foot width, making it easier to compare different lengths within the same product range.

Compact units can work well for tools, spare parts, maintenance supplies, records, and locations with limited space. Mid-size units can support property operations, retail inventory, facility projects, and construction materials. Longer units provide additional room for equipment, fixtures, supplies, and organized multi-department use.

We help you consider more than exterior dimensions.

The appropriate size depends on:

  • Stored-item dimensions and volume
  • Interior aisle requirements
  • Shelving and rack placement
  • Door clearance
  • Access frequency
  • Number of users
  • Available site space
  • Expected future capacity

One Large Container Is Not Always the Best Fit

Some sites work better with several smaller units.

Separate containers can organize materials by project, department, access level, or user group. Multi-compartment units may also be appropriate when several teams need independent access without sharing one open interior.

Our wider product range includes storage units, multi-compartment units, kiosks, and portable offices. We can therefore support needs that extend beyond basic temporary storage boxes.

Protect Tools, Inventory, Equipment, and Supplies

Temporary storage only creates value when the stored materials remain protected and accessible.

Your team may need to store tools, equipment, replacement parts, PPE, fixtures, maintenance supplies, records, inventory, or project materials. These items may remain outdoors or beside an active work area, where security, organization, airflow, heat, rain, and moisture all matter.

Our units use steel construction with protective finishes suited to commercial storage applications. We also offer configuration options that improve security and daily usability.

Flatbox Solutions secure temporary storage container for tools, equipment, inventory, and supplies

Available options include:

  • Locking systems
  • Interior shelving
  • Exterior shelving
  • Pipe racks
  • Flooring
  • Lighting
  • Ventilation
  • Insulation
  • Anti-condensation protection

We help you select these options around the intended use rather than leaving your team to solve the interior after delivery.

Security Includes More Than the Lock

A locking system is important, but the way the container is organized also affects security and efficiency.

Crowded materials can restrict access, hide missing items, and increase the chance of accidental damage. Shelving and pipe racks can preserve floor space, separate materials, and keep frequently used items accessible.

Consistent locks and interior layouts can also simplify storage across several locations. Your teams know what to expect, and future units can follow an approved standard.

Tell us what you need to protect, who needs access, and how the interior should function.

 
Plan Delivery and Placement Before Ordering

A suitable container still has to reach the site and fit the intended placement area.

Delivery access, unloading space, surface conditions, overhead clearance, door operation, vehicle movement, drainage, and emergency routes should be reviewed before the order is completed.

Our flat-pack format can reduce some of the freight and access challenges associated with transporting a fully assembled container. Components arrive in a compact format and can be assembled at or near the intended placement area.

This can be useful for:

  • Active commercial properties
  • Branch locations
  • Construction sites
  • Campuses
  • Service yards
  • Facilities with restricted receiving space
  • Locations where a large assembled container would be difficult to maneuver

The placement area should still be level, accessible, and suitable for the loaded unit. Doors need sufficient operating clearance, and the finished position should not interfere with vehicles, drainage, emergency access, or daily work.

Local approvals, anchoring requirements, and site-specific rules should also be reviewed before setup.

Prepare a Simple Site Brief

A clear site brief can make pricing and delivery planning more accurate.

Useful details include:

  • Delivery address
  • Site contact
  • Required date
  • Proposed placement area
  • Access restrictions
  • Surface conditions
  • Preferred size
  • Quantity
  • Assembly responsibilities

We use this information to identify practical delivery and setup requirements before the unit arrives.

Send us your location, target date, estimated size, and known access limitations.

Compare Ownership With Repeated Rental

A rental may be practical when the requirement is brief, the end date is fixed, and there is no likely future use.

The comparison changes when storage remains longer than planned, returns seasonally, or is required at several locations.

The total rental expense may include:

  • Monthly charges
  • Delivery
  • Pickup
  • Relocation
  • Extensions
  • Accessories
  • Repeat setup

Ownership may provide greater control when the unit can be reused after the original requirement ends.

We do not assume purchasing is right for every situation. We help you consider the expected duration, future use, number of sites, delivery needs, accessories, and storage responsibilities.

For recurring or transferable requirements, an owned unit can remain useful long after the temporary need has passed.

Share your preferred size, quantity, accessories, delivery location, and intended use.

Standardize Temporary Storage Across Multiple Locations

Temporary requirements can become difficult to manage when every location selects a different solution.

One facility may rent a large container. Another may buy a shed. Another may continue using indoor space that should support daily work. Over time, sizes, locks, finishes, suppliers, and delivery processes become inconsistent.

We help create a more repeatable approach.

A standardized storage program can establish:

  • Approved unit sizes
  • Preferred finishes
  • Consistent locking systems
  • Accessory packages
  • Placement requirements
  • Site-preparation steps
  • Ordering information
  • Delivery-planning requirements

This gives local teams an approved response when space becomes limited while helping procurement and operations maintain control over future purchases.

Share your regions, site count, estimated size mix, and target deployment schedule.

 

Why Businesses Choose Our Temporary Storage Containers

We help connect the immediate storage need with the details that determine whether the setup will work on-site. Our offering includes:

  • Seven standard storage lengths
  • A consistent 7.5-foot core width
  • Compact flat-pack transportation
  • Steel construction with protective finishes
  • Configurable locking systems
  • Shelving, racks, and environmental upgrades
  • Multi-compartment, kiosk, and office configurations
  • Single-site and multi-location planning
  • Service across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico

We do not expect you to select a container from dimensions alone.

We help you consider capacity, access, security, placement, delivery conditions, accessories, and future use before the order is finalized.

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Plan Your Temporary Storage Setup

Tell us what needs to be stored, where the unit will be placed, and when it needs to be ready.

For a detailed pricing review, include:

  • Delivery location
  • Number of sites
  • Preferred unit size
  • Estimated quantity
  • Required accessories
  • Intended use
  • Target delivery date
  • Known access restrictions