In maximizing the amount of rentable space, the most overlooked factor is the unit-mix layout. Since income is derived from renting storage space, it is fundamental to maximize rental areas. Learning a few basic rules about layout efficiency, can...

Michael Kane, owner of 126 Self Storage in Ashland, Mass., recently installed 99 solar panels on 2,000 square feet of his facilitys roof in an effort to be more green?environmentally and financially.

This week, the Florida Self Storage Association (FSSA) completed the first in a series of free education sessions scheduled to take place throughout the state in 2009.

D.C. Taylor Co., a nationwide commercial and industrial roofing contractor, will present a series of free Online RoofTop Seminars, webinars created to provide facility managers, plant engineers and building owners with roofing information and...

The carwash business is facing tough times with shrinking revenues, growing expenses and, for most, reduced frequency of customer purchases. Carwash owners should educate themselves on today's plethora of technology and information that will...

Noahs Ark Development opened a new facility in the Orlando, Fla., metro area two months ahead of schedule. Noahs Ark Self Storage Balboa is a state-of-the-art complex with more than  94,000 square feet of space in a variety of unit sizes.

Detroit-based Ideal Shield, a manufacturer bumper-post sleeves, guardrails and handrails, announced its new column wrap, which helps self-storage facility owners maintain the look of columns in high-traffic areas.

Nancy Torres of JanUS Door and the Latin America Self Storage Association provides insights to the development of self-storage in Latin American countries.

Scotty Sundin was named Western regional sales manager, self-storage division for JanUS Door.  Sundin has been in the self-storage industry for more than 12 years, managing accounts at LST Erectors and DBCi.

Fundamentals in the national self-storage market have remained healthy compared to most other property sectors, including the retail, office and industrial sectors. But the downfall of the housing market may soften the self-storage market.