Wednesday, September 28, 2016

Industries that Use Dome Shelters Amid the Collapse of the Mining Boom


For years, Australia’s heavy industries have made use of the durable flexibility of dome shelters. Mining is the obvious one, the petroleum industry, and heavy pipe-laying companies are others. Ancillary industries such as transportation companies, office staff, servicing and maintenance, equipment and vehicle workshops, and accommodation, canteen facilities, and restrooms, all are quickly erected using converted shipping containers and dome shelters. From the red dusty soil of the outback, a small temporary town appears in a matter of days.

With the collapse of the commodities markets, and the slowdown in Chinese demand for Australia’s raw materials, miners and support staff are being laid-off like never before. As the big players in these industries look elsewhere to recoup their losses, what is the future for the many manufacturers of container domes and dome shelters in Australia, who have also relied so heavily on these major industries?
https://www.containerdomes.com.au/info-articles/industries-use-dome-shelters-amid-collapse-mining-boom/

Monday, September 26, 2016

Climate Control: When Does a Container Shed Need to be Climatised?


A container shed can satisfy a variety of commercial and industrial needs. Whether referring to housing heavy-duty machinery or using this structure as an on-site workstation, the applications are nearly limitless.

Now, stand-alone power supplies and generations can be included within the typical facility. This enables customers to carefully maintain the interior environment; an important concern within some sectors.

The Protection of Electronic Equipment

There can be instances when a container shed is employed to temporarily house electronics and sensitive pieces of equipment. As every expert will point out, the presence of moisture can severely damage these components.

While silica gel packs and other methods can be used, it is just as effective to employ the use of a generator to power a dehumidifier within the unit. This is the best way to make certain that electronics will not be harmed from high levels of ambient moisture.
https://www.containerdomes.com.au/info-articles/climate-control-container-shed-need-climatised/

Saturday, September 24, 2016

Fulfilling a Huge Need: Fast and Flexible Container Dome Installation


You have to go back over 50 years, to the early 1960s, to find any reference to shipping containers being used for anything other than shipping. While they may well have been used in various locations for standalone storage containers, it was in 1962 the Insbrandtsen Company Inc applied for a patent entitled ‘Combination shipping container and showcase’.

With the patent granted in 1965, the company wished to convert shipping containers to exhibition booths, allowing businesses to attend industry and business fairs, showcasing their products from converted containers.

A Wide Range of Applications

Converted shipping containers are used extensively by the military, to provide fast, secure, temporary storage, workshops, and accommodation in conflict areas around the globe.
https://www.containerdomes.com.au/info-articles/fulfilling-huge-need-fast-flexible-container-dome-installation/

Thursday, September 22, 2016

Earning the Benefits of Adding Security Features for Container Domes


Modern container domes are used throughout Australia for a wide range of industrial applications. Although their capacity to house numerous valuable items cannot be overstated, it is just as important to realise the benefits provided by turnkey security systems.

On-Site Monitoring Capabilities

It is not uncommon for igloo shelters and similar structures to house rather sensitive or expensive equipment. Some common examples here could include farming machinery, industrial parts, lorries and transportation vehicles, and bulk containers being prepared for delivery.

Of course, all of these materials could prove to be very attractive to a would-be thief. This is where the power of closed-circuit television systems comes into play. Not only will this framework proactively monitor the storage unit, but the mere presence of visible cameras can act as a powerful deterrent.
https://www.containerdomes.com.au/info-articles/earning-benefits-adding-security-features-container-domes/

Sunday, August 14, 2016

Identifying the Industrial Applications of a Dome Shelter in Australia


Countless businesses are utilising a dome shelter to protect their valuable products while simultaneously bringing a greater amount of security into the workplace. To appreciate the benefits that these structures have to offer, it is very important to examine their nearly limitless applications. Let us take a closer look at this concept.

Mining and Vehicle Protection

Certain environments are known to be particularly harsh in terms of potential damage to sensitive (and expensive) equipment. This is quite common within the mining industry. Dirt, debris, harsh temperatures and exposure to the elements can all quickly contribute to the wear and tear of even the most durable components. This will shorten their lifespan and inevitably cost a company a substantial amount of money. The modern container shelter is fashioned from galvanised steel; providing superior longevity and withstanding changeable weather conditions.

https://www.containerdomes.com.au/info-articles/identifying-industrial-applications-dome-shelter-australia/

Friday, August 12, 2016

Applications of Container Sheds Within the Industrial Environment


A container shed is a common storage solution used in both residential and commercial spaces. Due to its versatility, it is often used for the same purposes in construction and mining zones as well. What advantages do such shelters offer and why are an increasing number of Australian companies opting for these bespoke sheds?

Personal Protection Equipment

According to a recent article from Industrial Safety and Hygiene News, one of the most neglected safety aspects within the workplace is personal protective equipment (PPE). Part of the reason for this observation is that devices such as hard hats and respirators may not be easily found. The use of a container dome will provide quick access to this equipment when it is required the most. As a result, the number of accidents within an industrial environment could potentially be reduced.

https://www.containerdomes.com.au/info-articles/applications-container-sheds-within-industrial-environment/

Learn About the Benefits of Container Domes in the Tourism Industry


Tourism has always played a big part in the Australian economy, and visiting the outback is for many the chance to enjoy the ‘real Australia’. Native Australians from the big cities, along with visitors from Asia and Europe, arrive to enjoy everything this massive country has to offer, and included are often organised or self-drive camping trips into the outback.

Over the last few years, visiting the wide open spaces has taken on a new meaning. Nowadays, cattle stations have begun to realise the financial potential of catering for the thousands of visitors who every year want to spend a weekend, week, or longer as a ‘real Aussie’. Many smaller cattle stations have given up rearing beef, and turned their farms into hobby farms for tourists, while other establishments combine farming with their newfound tourist interests.

https://www.containerdomes.com.au/info-articles/learn-benefits-container-domes-tourism-industry/