Specialised Containers
At Midstate Containers, we turn big ideas into practical solutions using one of the world's most versatile building blocks: the shipping container. From complex industrial applications to unique lifestyle spaces, our special project containers are engineered to meet your exact vision—no matter how ambitious.
We've built everything from portable water treatment facilities and solar-powered generator units to bio-gas reactors and carbon capture modules.
Engineered for Specialized Industries
In the aerospace sector, we've designed specialized containers that allow engineers to work on rockets while they're upright.
For military and emergency services, we've created rugged mobile command centers, training simulators, and confined space/recovery structures for fire departments and first responders.
From Remote Sites to Lifestyle Applications
Need a high-performance structure for a remote location? Looking for something simple like a container sauna or a mobile lab? Midstate has the experience, tools, and creativity to bring it to life.
Fully Customizable to Your Needs
Every container can be customized with:
- Structural modifications
- Insulation
- Electrical and plumbing systems
- HVAC
- Data ports
- And more
Shipping containers are durable, stackable, transportable, and secure—making them the perfect starting point for nearly any special-use build. If you can imagine it, we can create it.
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When your operation goes beyond standard shipping needs, specialised containers provide the flexibility, durability, and design precision necessary to get the job done. Whether you're managing oversized equipment, temperature-sensitive cargo, or looking to build a mobile workspace, we have a range of specialty containers tailored to your industry and use case.
From construction and agriculture to retail and energy, we provide rugged, well-built units that meet strict compliance standards and support long-term deployment. Our special containers are available for sale across California and can be fully modified to fit your unique requirements.
Types of Specialty Shipping Containers
At Midstate, we offer several types of specialty shipping containers, each engineered for specific challenges and operational goals. Below are the most commonly requested builds.
Open-Top Containers
Ideal for cargo that's too tall to load through standard doors, open-top units allow loading from above using cranes or lifts. These feature removable tarpaulin covers or reinforced hard tops, depending on the protection level required. They’re used heavily in construction, mining, and heavy manufacturing industries.
Hard-Top Containers
Similar to open-tops but built with a detachable steel roof, hard-top special-purpose containers provide enhanced security and weather protection. These are ideal for equipment that must be loaded vertically but requires extra shielding. A preferred solution for transporting machinery or parts that can’t be disassembled.
Open-Sided Containers
Open-sided special containers feature one or both long sides that open fully, making them ideal for loading wide materials or creating mobile display spaces. These specialty containers are commonly repurposed into pop-up retail shops, mobile event stations, or field offices in agriculture and construction.
Flat Rack Containers
Flat rack special container units are built without sides or a roof, perfect for oversized or irregularly shaped cargo such as pipes, vehicles, or heavy equipment. These units feature collapsible ends and robust steel frames, offering flexibility and strength. This flatrack option is indispensable for industries where vertical and side access is crucial.
Double-Door Containers
Double-door units feature swinging doors on both ends, allowing easier access to cargo and improved loading/unloading speed. These are excellent for storage operations where throughput and accessibility are key. Explore our durable double-door units to simplify complex supply chains and worksite logistics.
Key Characteristics and Examples of Specialized Containers
Specialised shipping containers are all about solving tough logistical challenges. Designed to meet niche demands, these units typically feature:
- Reinforced steel framing
- Custom modifications for ventilation, insulation, and wiring
- Flexibility in size, ranging from 10’ to 45’
- Purpose-built solutions for security, mobility, and compliance
For example, one Midstate client in California’s wine country requested a 20-foot specialised unit with insulation, AC, double doors, and built-in shelving to function as a mobile wine lab. Another project involved a specialty storage box used on an oilfield, modified with fire-rated walls, emergency lighting, and spill containment flooring.
Benefits of Specialised Shipping Containers
Specialised containers are more than modified boxes; they’re long-term solutions that save time, reduce buildout costs, and adapt to evolving project goals.
Some key benefits include:
- Custom configuration for your business workflow
- On-site deployment without the need for permanent construction
- Enhanced storage and operational efficiency
- Durable materials suitable for extreme weather or remote locations
- Lower long-term costs compared to fixed infrastructure
Versatile Use Cases
Whether you’re in farming, education, manufacturing, energy, or entertainment, specialty storage containers provide versatility. These units can be used as:
- Mobile testing labs
- Construction command centers
- Equipment shelters
- Walk-in freezers
- Drive-through kiosks
- Outdoor classrooms
Each unit can be built to serve a purpose unique to your business or site needs, with easy transportation and redeployment as operations evolve.
Custom Fit
Every specialty container we produce is made with your custom specs in mind. Need sliding windows, security grilles, solar panels, or high-R-value insulated walls? We’ll tailor the design around your project, ensuring form meets function.
From flooring to roof vents and everything in between, we help you build a special container that supports real work, not just general use.
Safety
Our specialty shipping containers are built to last and made to protect. We integrate safety measures that support compliance with OSHA, CAL/OSHA, and other regulatory standards. Fire-resistant panels, grounded electrical wiring, and reinforced locking systems are all part of our design options.
When security and long-term dependability are critical, our team ensures your shipping module meets the highest standards, so your crew, equipment, and materials stay protected.
Build a Special Container with Midstate Containers!
Work with Midstate to design, modify, and deliver the perfect option for your business. From planning to delivery, our team will ensure your unit is built to spec, on budget, and ready for the real world. Just contact us at (805) 925-4422 and get started today!
Key Details We Need to Make Your Special Container
To build a specialised unit that fits your exact needs, we’ll ask you:
- Planned use
- When you need it by
- The location
- Type of usage (regular movement or static placement)
These details help us tailor the design, features, and structural reinforcements so the final unit works seamlessly in your environment.
How to Get Special Container from Midstate
Getting a quote for your specialty container is simple. Just follow these steps:
- Visit our quote form (or call us directly).
- Share your requirements, size, use case, delivery date, and destination.
- Review your custom proposal with our team.
- Approve the build and schedule your delivery.
Why Choose Midstate Containers?
- California-tested solutions for agriculture, construction, energy, and more
- Custom-built special containers to match your workflow and site conditions
- Decades of experience, fast lead times, and dedicated customer service
- Built to last, built for real work.
- Trusted by businesses, schools, and government agencies statewide
See why our customers rely on Midstate for both standard and specialty containers every day.