Do You Have to Weld a Container Shelter to a Shipping Container?

No. A Covermore Buildings container shelter does not get welded to your shipping containers. The shelter frame attaches to the containers with clamps and a twist-lock mechanism at the four corners. That changes who can do the install, how long it takes, what happens to your containers and whether the shelter can move later.

Who can install a no-weld container shelter?

Anyone with basic tools can install a Covermore container shelter. It does not take a welding professional or specialized welding equipment.

Welding a shelter frame to a shipping container takes skilled labor and specialized equipment, and it can present safety hazards during installation. Taking the welding out of the job means:

• A faster install: There are no welding setups and no cooling times to wait on.
• Lower labor costs: Basic tools are enough, and no skilled welder is needed.
• More people can do it: The install is accessible to more workers.
• Fewer hazards: The welding-free process reduces the safety hazards that come with welding.

Does a container shelter alter my shipping container?

No. The clamp and twist-lock system is designed to attach to the container without any alterations. That matters because welding can put stress on a container's metal, and some other installation methods can leave permanent marks.

Can you move a container shelter to a different container?

Yes. To relocate a Covermore container shelter, un-clamp it and twist the locks. The shelter can then go on a different container or to another location entirely, whether your operation changes or you just need it in a new spot.

How does a no-weld container shelter hold up to weather?

Covermore container shelters are built for harsh weather. Skipping the welding does not mean a weaker hold: the clamp and twist-lock mechanism gives the shelter a secure, stable frame, and the PVC covering is designed to resist wear and tear, UV rays and other environmental stress.