40 ft Container Shop – Climate Controlled Office + Inventory Storage / Racking

This 40 ft shipping container has been converted into a dual-purpose space, functioning as both a climate-controlled office and a secure inventory storage area with integrated racking. It is designed for job sites, retail expansions, or satellite locations requiring a durable, lockable structure. As a result, this unit provides an immediate solution for businesses needing covered storage and a comfortable workspace without the delays of traditional construction .

Key Features

• Climate-Controlled Environment: Equipped with a standard PTAC unit to regulate temperature, making the space suitable for office activities and protecting temperature-sensitive inventory .

• Integrated Racking System: Interior wall space is prepared for standard racking units, allowing for immediate organization of tools, parts, or products.

• Durable Construction: Built with Corten steel and a 1-1/8″ thick wood cargo flooring, providing structural integrity and a high level of security for stored assets .

• Electrical Setup: Includes overhead LED light fixtures and a duplex GFI outlet. An exterior panel with a 60A disconnect breaker is pre-configured to feed a 125A capacity interior panel (customer connection to main power service is required) .

• Dual Entry Points: Features standard rear cargo doors for loading bulk items, complemented by an 8′ W x 6′8″ H roll-up door installed on the side wall for quick access to stored goods .

Detailed Description

Constructed from a one-trip high cube container (measuring 9′6″ in height), this unit offers more headroom than a standard container, enhancing the feeling of openness in the office area . The interior has been insulated to support the climate control system; this process includes the application of Styrofoam panel insulation on the walls and a double layer on the ceiling to maintain internal temperatures .

Regarding its configuration, the space is designed for hybrid use. The rear of the unit retains its robust cargo doors, facilitating the loading of large equipment or pallets via forklift. Simultaneously, the side-entry roll-up door—complete with a rain pan to prevent water intrusion—allows for frequent, small-item retrieval without needing to open the main cargo area .

Lighting is provided by standard 4-foot LED fixtures, ensuring the interior is well-lit for inventory management. Electrical rough-ins have been completed; however, final grounding and connection to a power source must be performed by a licensed electrician to ensure the system functions safely . The exterior is finished in a selected Base Palette color to present a professional appearance suitable for commercial environments.

Technical Specifications

• Dimensions (External): 40 ft long x 8 ft wide x 9 ft 6 in tall (High Cube) .

• Approximate Tare Weight: 10,000 lbs (Varies by final configuration) .

• Material: Corten steel structure with marine-grade plywood or bamboo flooring .

• Insulation: 1-inch Styrofoam panels on interior walls; 2 inches of Styrofoam on ceiling .

• Climate Control: 15,000 BTU PTAC unit (installed) .

• Electrical Panel: 125A capacity interior panel fed by an exterior 60A disconnect breaker .

• Lighting: (3) Standard 4-foot LED light fixtures .

• Outlets: (1) Duplex GFI outlet .

• Side Door: 8′ W x 6′8″ H self-storage grade coiling steel roll-up door with push-up opening .

• Main Doors: Standard rear-swing cargo doors.

Compatibility / Intended Use

This unit is intended for commercial and industrial applications. It is commonly utilized by construction crews as a site office with immediate tool access, by retail operations as a temporary stockroom or point-of-sale kiosk, or by agricultural operations for equipment storage and employee break areas . It is suited for locations where permanent structures are not feasible or where a relocatable solution is preferred.

Package Includes

• 1 x 40 ft High Cube Shipping Container (Modified)

• 1 x Pre-installed PTAC Climate Control Unit

• 1 x Pre-installed Electrical Sub-panel and Interior Lighting

• 1 x 8 ft Side-Mount Roll-up Door

• 1 x Rain Pan for side door