**Please note we do not supply containers**
One of the most practical roofing solutions we can offer is the Future Buildings Container Cover. It is a popular product for what could have remained unused space ultimately transforming it into a handy storage or work area. Our metal container covers eliminate the need for bulky beams, trusses and interior supports creating an open space simplicity.
Using mounting plates to secure the arch panels to standard shipping containers (which can also be called cargo containers, sea cans, conex boxes) provides instant coverage and protection for any kind of vehicle or activity underneath. The containers act as the walls and our steel covers transform them in to a functional building that can be used for a variety of uses including accommodations, garages, workshops, construction site storage, farm equipment storage and countless commercial and industrial applications.
Many customers choose to close their space in with end walls which are an optional addition. Other possible accessories could include skylights, insulation, or Solar Panels. There is no end to how personal, comfortable and functional one can make their Container Cover Structure.
Choose your ideal width – 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55 up to 60 – and can be designed to be any length.
Our Container Covers and other roofing systems are custom engineered for your local snow, wind and seismic loads and are coated with a Galvalume Plus™ coating offering industry leading protection from rust perforation.
Check out our gallery of various Shipping Container uses along with some of our other roofing system solutions such as our Custom Carports.
(*note – we do not supply shipping containers)
| Roofing System Features | Future Buildings | Traditional Building |
|---|---|---|
| Factory Direct Pricing | Yes | No |
| Easy DIY Construction | Yes | No |
| Certified for Your Area | Yes | No |
| Guaranteed Structure | Yes | No |
| 50 Year Rust Perforation Warranty | Yes | No |
A How-To for Container Covers
Our Container Covers are designed to be erected with real speed and ease. Each kit comes with special mounting plates that affix directly to the containers and then work to hold the roofing panels in place as you add them one by one. Such a clever example of how combining our steel arches with your repurposed containers as a base results in endless new uses for storage, shelter and space!
If you’d like to see some other container cover content check out our sister company, Toro Steel Buildings company here: https://www.torosteelbuildings.com/steel-building-types/container-covers/
Cold-Formed Shipping Container Covers
Cold-formed covers by Future Buildings are made from cold-formed steel, offering a lightweight yet strong structure. With a straight-wall design, they provide a more traditional look and maximize interior space, ideal for storage, workshops, or small businesses. These covers are easy to install on shipping containers and are durable and corrosion-resistant, with optional coatings for enhanced longevity.
Arch Style (Quonset Hut) Shipping Container Covers
Quonset huts, or arch-style covers, are durable, galvanized steel structures mounted on shipping containers. Their curved design evenly distributes weight, making them resistant to harsh weather. Easy to assemble and versatile, they are used for storage, workshops, or living spaces. Customizable with doors, windows, insulation, and optional end walls, they can also include features like skylights and ventilation.
Frequently Asked Questions about Container Covers
The following are some answers to a few of the most frequently asked questions about our steel container covers :
Our container covers are designed to attach to two shipping containers and can be customized at any length. As for width, we offer a variety of options, including 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55 up to 60 feet.
Our container covers can be designed for whatever length you need. However, it is also possible to attach multiple kits. You can line up as many container cover kits in a row as you need, provided you have enough shipping containers to attach them to. You can then connect them end-to-end.
Yes. They are designed for outdoor use to help protect anything beneath the covers from the elements. Because they are built out of metal, they will withstand everything from snow and ice to wind and fire. We even offer a 40-year rust perforation warranty on our container covers.
No, they don’t. But the containers need to be orientated so that they are level and square in relation to each other.
