DIY 8x10 Shipping Container
by H. Ortega
Project Description
I recently moved into a house with no storage for my metalworking tools, so i was considering the idea of just getting a converted shipping container for a quick solution. After pricing out a few of them just decided that it was not in the best solution (not cheap nor pretty). Then looking at what I had available in my scrap pile I decided to make me a Work shed with a roll up door, little window to match my house. I did have to buy some new steel for this project but was at a fraction of the cost.
Build Description
First I started off with the base a 8x10 steel frame that is raised off the ground 12". Frame is made out of 4" angle and 4" square tube. from there i made the rest of the structure out of 14Ga. tubular steel and a couple of steel trusses that i had picked up at a scrap yard. The outside walls and roof was clad in 22Ga corrugated unfinished mild steel. the walls are removable in sections, and the structure can easily be moved with a forklift.
Materials and Tools
Millermatic 210, chop saw, grinder, cutting torch and a come-along.
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I would lobe a copy of the plans as well. I can see a few of these in my backyard.
Joseph May • Sunday, June 26, 2011 @ 9:17 AMIf you have plans can I please get a copy... living at a house without a garage is forcing me to be creative with my space... this would fit the bill perfectly.
adam haile • Saturday, April 16, 2011 @ 2:16 PMDetailed Autocad Plans are available.
ortegasculpture • Thursday, January 6, 2011 @ 12:24 PMNice job. Do you have any more detailed photos or plans.
Chithambarram • Monday, December 6, 2010 @ 8:49 AMMost projects are mainly function over form. This one is truly beautiful. It would fit right in on those shows of the modern modular housing designs.
BigLew • Tuesday, September 28, 2010 @ 1:21 PMThe coolest project. I have seen. Would love and pay money for the plans. Any info would be appreciated.
jesse • Saturday, July 10, 2010 @ 11:32 PMDude i need the drawings for this it will go perfect in my back yard
Bruce • Friday, April 2, 2010 @ 12:24 AM