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Flat Pack Construction Guide

You are only 8 simple steps away from constructing a highly versatile anti-vandal steel storage container or site office!

  • With just a socket set and a screw driver our range of flat pack containers can be put together in less than 60 minutes. All fixtures and fittings are included in the kit

  • Once fabricated, these units provide high levels of anti-vandal security, whilst offering much greater flexibility and value for money.

  • If you need any technical support during the construction of the flat pack unit, one of our staff will be more than happy to help

Weights:

  • 2m - 271kg
  • 3m - 351kg
  • 4m - 421kg

For safe and easy assembly we recommend using the "one person per metre" rule for the job.

Watch our quick tutorial video!

The Flat Pack Store - Assembly Instructions

Step 1

The container arrives flat pack for easy delivery to even the trickiest of locations.

Step 2

Unload the panels. They are light enough to be carried by hand to your chosen place of assembly.

Step 3

Fix all the panels into the base.

Step 4

Secure by fitting the holding screws in place.

Step 5

Time to put the roof on -just lift and slide.

Step 6

The container is secured by 4 lifting rods and screws.

Step 7

Secure the floor and door furniture with the nuts and bolts provided.

Step 8

Your container is now complete. Stand back and admire your handywork with a well deserved cup of tea!

The Flat Pack Site Office

Step 1

The cabins arrives in flat pack form, and can be moved into difficult to reach areas either as a whole or in individual panels.

Step 2

Unpack the cabin in the position you wish to assemble it.

Step 3

Align and bolt in the four corner posts.

Step 4

Line up into the grooves and slide in the wall, door and then window panels.

Step 5

Now you can fit the ceiling retention bars, lining up the fixing holes on the wall panels with the fixing holes on the retention bars.

Step 6

Slide on the ceiling panels.

Step 7

Manoeuvre the roof cap into position and click into place to secure.

Step 8

Well done! Your cabin is now complete and ready to kit out for use.

A FULL SET OF DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS IS INCLUDED WITH EVERY SELF ASSEMBLY PRODUCT

If You Have Any Questions

If you have any questions regarding the above, please don't hesitate to contact us by phone or email.

Testimonials

As a long established and reputable shipping container company, we want to instil confidence in our customers that we can deliver on our promises, and provide high quality products and service.

But don't just take our word for it, see for yourself what our past and present clients have to say about Containers Direct.
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"I would just like to say great service and the driver who delivered it was just brilliant. Nothing was to much trouble, thanks again."Nigel Burnham
20th March 2025
order - a Used 10ft Container
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"The purchase was simple; the follow up emails confirming the purchase and delivery date were excellent and the delivery driver was extremely helpful. Overall, I would definitely recommend Containers Direct, thank you!"Bimeda
13th March 2025
order - a Used 8ft Container
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"Excellent communication and support from Cory and Hannah. The drivers were brilliant with delivery and offload too. Thank you very much."Moor Wood Farm
26th February 2025
order - three Used 20ft Containers
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"You clearly run an extremely professional business. Every element went as planned and you were on hand to answer any questions or queries. Thank you."Mab Lane Primary School
14th February 2025
order - a 'Once-Used' 20ft Container
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"The overall experience of ordering and specifying the container was very good. The sales and transport staff kept me informed at all times."Cura-Terrae
11th February 2025
order - a 20ft DryBox Container
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"Cory was very helpful, as was Hannah with the delivery details. The delivery driver also took time to ensure the container was in the correct position - very helpful!"Ben Halliday, 24-7 Electrical services
4th February 2025
order - a New 'Once-Used' 16ft Container
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Committed to Quality

We are ISOQAR Approved; certified to the ISO standard relating to Quality Management Systems, demonstrating our Company's commitment to quality. We are also members of MakeUK who champion and celebrate British manufacturing and manufacturers, and member of the Container Self Storage and Traders Association; an international organisation representing the interests of Container Self-Storage Operators, Traders and Innovators.
ISOQAR Approved
ISO Cert No. 13586-QNS-001
ISO 9001:2015
Member of MakeUK
Member of the Container Self Storage and Traders Association
Member of JOSCAR
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