Building Components/Materials | Inside Self-Storage

Storagebase Self Storage Builds Colorful, Energy-Efficient Facility in Wednesbury, England

Jul 08, 2014

A new Storagebase Self Storage facility in Wednesbury, England, was designed to be eye-catching and energy efficient. The £5 million project features a seven-story building constructed with 5,200 square meters of brightly colored insulated panels...

ISS News Desk: Eco-Friendly GreenCube Self Storage Opens in Cape Town, South Africa

Jul 01, 2014

This ISS News Desk highlights GreenCube Self Storage, the first commercial property in Africa to use eco-friendly ICF, or insulating concrete formwork, in its construction. The process will help reduce the facility’s carbon footprint by regulating...

ISS Releases Podcast on Self-Storage Development and Construction Trends

Jun 27, 2014

Inside Self-Storage (ISS) has released a new podcast examining current trends in development and construction. Part of the ISS “Sounds of Storage” series, the eight-minute recording features an interview with Rick Dodge, executive vice president...

Sales-Centric Self-Storage Design: Taking Advantage of Development Trends to Increase Rental Opportunities

Jun 17, 2014

As the self-storage industry matures, building types, components and design continue to change. Developers should be aware of trends and limitations in building and construction, and know how to adjust their investment strategy accordingly.

Self-Storage Building Supplier K.C. Steel Systems Closes Doors With Owners Retirement

Jun 03, 2014

K.C. Steel Systems LLC, a supplier of steel buildings for the self-storage industry, closed its doors on June 1, effective with the retirement of owner Cletus Frank.

Self-Storage Facility Design Goes the Way of Retail With Upscale Materials, Styles and Trends

May 20, 2014

Self-storage has evolved from “just a place to store stuff” to a retail powerhouse, so it’s only natural that building design—inside and out—would follow this path. Today’s facilities include a modern look and feel, combined with superior...

Sno Gem Introduces iClad Rail Snow-Retention System for Self-Storage Facilities

May 14, 2014

Sno Gem Inc., a manufacturer of snow-retention products, recently introduced its iClad snow-retention system that works with most standing-seam metal roofs. The iClad bar/fence system attaches to the standing seam with the company’s Sno Cube clamp...

ISS Expo How-To Program: Everbrite Demonstrates How to Clean Self-Storage Doors

May 13, 2014

In this video from the Inside Self-Storage World Expo, Teresa Sedmak, president of Everbrite Inc., demonstrates how easy it is to restore self-storage doors to their former glory. As part of the show’s “How-To Program,” Everbrite representatives...

Modernized Office and Parking Design Crushes Self-Storage Facility Stereotypes

May 12, 2014

The self-storage industry is not just breaking design stereotypes, it's crushing them. From bigger, brighter offices to better parking lots, today’s facilities are mimicking retail stores and luring potential renters. The bonus? Superior design...

Designing Powerful Signage for Self-Storage Facilities: Attracting New Customers and Helping Existing Ones

May 10, 2014

A self-storage facility’s signage is critical for attracting new business and serving existing customers. When designing their exterior and interior signs, operators should keep these considerations in mind.