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Chemical Stores - An Ideal Shipping Container Conversion

July 16th, 2009 |

Chemicals, fuels and paints often need to be kept away from the everyday working environment and should be stored in a container capable of containing them safely. These stores need be to able to contain any spillages but to protect the contents from weather condtions such as frost and rain. Shipping Containers are perfect to convert into secure Chemical and Agro-Chemical Stores. The natural fire resistance of the steel construction is ideal. These Shipping Container Conversions can be adapted easily to conform to the guidelines put in place by the Government and meet both Health and Safety Executive (HSE) requirements and BASIS requirements.

Depending on what is to be stored in the containers the shipping container can be adapted specifically for purpose. For example, should the chemicals be in easily handled, the chemical store can have the cheaper option of a bunded floor. However, should the chemicals/hazardous goods be in large barrels then a sub floor sump can be put in. There is the option of metal shelving, additonal insulation and ventilation - all of which can be put in according to the specific requirements. Sizes range from 8ft to 40ft.

The addition of a lock cowl or lock box, together with a heavy duty, high security padlock makes the chemical store/agricultural store extremely safe from non-authorised access. This gives flexibility as to where the store is to be sited.