Blog and Knowledge Center – Midstate Containers

Sea Can vs Conex Box vs C Container: Shipping Container Name Guide

May 07, 2026

In logistics, sea cans, C cans, C containers, Conex boxes, and storage containers usually refer to the same thing: a steel unit used for transporta...

What is Drayage?

May 01, 2026

In logistics, the answer to “What is drayage?” is straightforward – it means short-distance freight transportation, usually by truck. It happens be...

CBM in Shipping and How to Calculate It

April 08, 2026

For any marine or aerial transportation, one of the first numbers you need is the cubic space your shipment will occupy. That figure (usually calle...

Transloading in Logistics: Is It Right for Your Business?

April 06, 2026

When a shipment needs to move smoothly between the terminal and inland delivery, transloading is the most practical approach. It gives shippers a w...

Containerized Data Center

April 03, 2026

A container data center gives companies a faster way to add digital room for growth without starting a long, site-built project. The format comes a...

Intermodal Transportation: Meaning and How It Works

April 01, 2026

If you have ever asked: “What is intermodal transportation?”, think of a sealed box of tile leaving a factory by road, on a train, crossing the oce...

How to Build a Shipping Container Barndominium

March 09, 2026

In a world where home prices are rising every day, having both an adequate and cost-effective place to live is virtually a must. One of the modern ...

Shipping Container Workshop Ideas

March 05, 2026

Are you a carpenter, a mechanic, or a handy homeowner? Then you know how important a proper working space can be: it’s where you store all your too...

How Much Does it Cost to Build a Container Home?

March 04, 2026

Prices on real estate continue to rise all over the world, which is why people are looking for affordable alternatives to traditional houses. Over ...

How to Build a Shipping Container Greenhouse

March 03, 2026

A shipping container greenhouse is the best way to add some fresh produce to your kitchen. It's tiny, sturdy, and can be used by both small enterpr...