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Re-Designing a Self-Storage Facility: Renovations Add Curb Appeal and a Competitive Edge

While changes in management and marketing can help a struggling self-storage facility, sometimes the only way to attract new customers and stay competitive is through a proper re-design. From roof to the doors, learn how renovations can improve curb appeal and profit. ...More
2 weeks ago
Posted in Articles, Construction
Improving Your Self-Storage Building Envelope to Increase Energy Efficiency and Save Money

The design of a self-storage facility’s building envelope can save an operator a lot of money or cost him dearly. Learn how some early planning during the development stage can improve a site's energy efficiency. ...More
April 20, 2013
Posted in Articles, Construction, Development
Janus International: Proper Procedures for Replacing Unit Doors

With unit doors comprising as much as 80 percent of a self-storage facility, keeping doors in working order reduces injury risk and aids in curb appeal. This video from Janus International walks you through the proper procedures for replacing doors, including customer ...More
April 17, 2013
Posted in Videos
Storage Door Curtains Partners with DBCI to Distribute, Install Self-Storage Products

Storage Door Curtains, the manufacturer of Weatherized Door Curtains for self-storage roll-up doors, has partnered with door manufacturer DBCI (Doors & Building Components Inc.) to sell, install and distribute its product line in the United States and Canada. ...More
March 29, 2013
Posted in News
Janus International Shares Tips for Maintaining Your Self-Storage Doors

Learn the proper methods for opening and closing self-storage unit doors, adjusting the door’s tension, proper rope application, and other safety and maintenance tips from Janus International, a manufacturer of self-storage doors and hallway systems. ...More
March 25, 2013
Posted in Videos, Management
Janus International: How to Properly Install a Model 650 Roll-Up Door

The Model 650 roll-up door from Janus International is the company’s most widely used door in the self-storage industry. This video is a visual guide, with instructions on how to install the door properly and safely at a facility. ...More
March 25, 2013
Posted in Videos
What Would You Do? Self-Storage Maintenance Maladies

Self-storage operators must keep their properties in tip-top shape to maximize curb appeal, which sometimes means handling simple maintenance tasks and other times more complex renovation projects. Do you know the best approach to common maintenance problems? Read on for ...More
February 25, 2013
Posted in Articles, Management
Warm & Cool Storage Units Teams Up With Self Storage Equipment Financing

Warm & Cool Storage Units, a manufacturer of weatherized door curtains for self-storage roll-up doors, has formed a strategic relationship with Self Storage Equipment Financing, an Atlanta-based company that finances self-storage facility renovations and improvements. ...More
November 30, 2012
Posted in News, Finance
Self-Storage Veteran Robert Boilini Joins Cannonball:HNP

Self-storage veteran Robert Boilini has joined Cannonball:HNP, a manufacturer of agricultural and commercial doors, sliding-door hardware and other metal-building accessories. ...More
November 7, 2011
Posted in News
Self-Storage Door and Hallway Manufacturer Janus International Acquires U.S. Door & Building Components

Janus International, a manufacturer of self-storage doors and hallway systems, has acquired certain assets of Orlando, Fla.-based U.S. Door & Building Components, a manufacturer of self-storage building components including rolling doors, corridors, partition panels and ...More
November 2, 2011
Posted in News

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