1st Containers: The UK’s Leading Container Supplier
With over 20 years in the market and more than a century of combined industry expertise across our sales team, 1st Containers has earned its reputation as the UK’s most trusted name in shipping container supply. In 2024 alone, we delivered over 18,000 containers nationwide, thanks to our fast, reliable service and the largest stockholding in the country.

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6Storage is a software built by self-storage operators for operators.  It handles every part of your storage operations with a customizable software that automates the rental process, communications, integrates with payment platforms, saves you time at the desk, and helps you run your business with ease.   Everything you need to organize and manage your Self Storage facility, all in one place and for a low cost.  We also offer security gate software, website design and marketing solutions along with a ton of other integrations to make your business run seamlessly. 

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Active CCTV is a specialist commercial CCTV supply and installation company with 23 years’ experience in the industry and a certified Hikvision partner. We offer bespoke security solutions to self storage facilities with the latest CCTV security systems. We’ve installed thousands of CCTV systems across the UK for commercial businesses, and each system's specification has been bespoke to the business's needs to help solve their security issues and protect their businesses.

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Adaptainer – where shipping containers cost less and give you more. Up to 9 out of 10 self-storage businesses overpay for containers. Not with Adaptainer though. As a container manufacturer, we let you cut out the costly resellers. And that’s just the beginning of how we can help grow your self-storage business. Founded in 1989, our mission remains to build you the best storage container in the world. Introducing the new XL Vent Container. The world’s only shipping container with up to 8x more condensation-fighting airflow. XL Vent Containers help you stand out from the competition and increase profitability. Gain an advantage with this patented container design which boosts anti-damp airflow, even when containers are positioned next to each other and end-to-end. This means you’ll have the freedom to fit more containers into your site – while still giving customers the airflow they need to help guard against damp storage. XL Vent Containers give you relief from worrying about poor ventilation. They empower you to have more satisfied storage users and achieve more profit potential per square foot. You can purchase or rent XL Vent Containers from nationwide depots. Standard-used container options are also available. Rise above your competitors with an improved storage solution that attracts customers, builds loyalty, and optimises your site’s capacity – all at no extra cost. Put our best container price guarantee to the test today.

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Adaptive Perimeter Security was established in 2016 by Barry Rulton and Simon Green to deliver something different for the perimeter security industry. With a combined industry knowledge of over 50 years, together with a background in electronic security, perimeter security, installation, project management, account management and sales we manage projects from conception to installation and maintenance.
With a great understanding of the industry we will work with the SSA members to provide the right solution for their site, understanding that one size doesn’t fit all and each environment is unique.  We are here to understand your perimeter security requirements and to deliver a solution that will control the entry and egress to your site(s) for vehicles and pedestrians. We will help protect your business and brand and become your perimeter security partner by choice.

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Adrian Lee Consulting specialises in sharing a wealth of self storage industry knowledge and experience – and more general real estate knowledge and experience - to operators, owners and investors already in – or looking to get into - the industry. Adrian Lee is an experienced and accomplished self storage and real estate professional with over 35 years industry experience; 25 of those years were with Big Yellow Self Storage at main Board level of a FTSE 250 company. Adrian is an enthusiastic, energetic and versatile individual specialising in Operations, Customer Experience, Sales & Marketing, Construction and Sustainability.

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Aew Architects are a 90-person strong, AJ100, RIBA Chartered Practice. We collaborate with our clients to design and deliver projects that exceed expectations across our specialist sectors. By only working in these sectors, we add value to projects via our deep specialist knowledge, skills and experience. Our work in the industrial sector is extensive including storage, distribution, warehousing, manufacturing, process buildings, energy and infrastructure projects. We work collaboratively with our clients and stakeholders to maximise the benefits of good design for all, across all our services. In addition to Architecture, we offer specialist BIM, Conservation, Interior Design, Masterplanning, Planning and Sustainability services. Throughout our operations, we aim to have a beneficial impact on the environment and society and seek to achieve positive outcomes for our clients and business partners, the community and our employees. To lead by example, we are committed to halving the emissions of our business operations by 2030 and meeting net zero by 2040. In 2022, we became a B Corp Certified business.

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A leading provider of Fire & Security systems to the self storage industry, specialising in Fire Alarms, Fire Extinguisher, Intruder, CCTV, Access Control and Gates & Barriers    

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Struggling to get seen or gain leads? Amax Marketing is here to help. We understand how important growth is for business. In a world where over 8.1 billion people are online, we connect you with the right audience – our mission is to help every business grow, no matter how big or small they are.

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Amax Group Holdings provides an end to end solution for your self-storage site(s), from digital marketing to bespoke security. Amax have been established since 1995. We are specialist in security installation, 3^rd party integration and maintenance/support.  Amax work closely with self-storage companies, so we have an understanding how important security is for the operator and end user. We have an in house 24 hour technical support team, who are highly experienced technicians in access control, CCTV and intruder alarm. Amax also appoint a dedicated key accounts person to speak with to guarantee an efficient quality service and is contactable 24 hours throughout the year. Moreover, we are a NSI Gold accredited company, which ensures all sites maintained are kept up to latest standards and recommendations.  

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American Express is a globally integrated payments company, providing customers with access to products, insights and experiences that enrich lives and build business success. We are a leader in providing payment products and services to a broad range of customers, including consumers, small businesses, mid-sized companies and large corporations around the world. In the UK, there are more places than ever before that accept American Express and our merchants benefit from complimentary marketing that encourages our high-spending Cardmembers to shop with their business, speedy payment options, competitive and transparent pricing, access to customer data and insight, as well as a range of online tools and support that drives growth.

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At Approved Business Finance, we're committed about helping businesses grow. Every business has different needs that can evolve over time, and our finance options reflect this. Whether you're an established business or start-up, Approved Business Finance will be able to facilitate the best deal for you.

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This all-in-one platform saves time, reduces costs, and improves security. Regardless of your current operating system and whether you have one facility or multiple sites, you can now connect and control everything efficiently in one fully integrated hub. ARIA features include online booking, a customer app, secure payment processing and a comprehensive reporting dashboard for real-time performance insights. Take control of your self-storage facility with our innovative suite of tools designed specifically for operators.

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Basil Fry & Company is the leading provider of risk and insurance solutions to the UK's self storage industry. We are supported by leading A-rated insurers and have the UK's largest in-house team of customers' goods claims adjusters (RCS). We also have dedicated claim handlers to manage all other claims on your behalf to ensure minimal disruption to your business. From seasoned operators to new start-ups, Basil Fry & Company has the experience to support your business.

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BearBox is an access control system with unparalleled features, bringing together unit monitoring, CCTV and a huge range of possible access credentials - all in one cloud-based platform. Each BearBox installation is a bespoke system that we design for you, using top quality components. We then give you control of your site through your web browser or app, allowing you to remotely control doors, set your alarm timings, and deal with on-site events from wherever you are in the world. All systems are installed to NSI standards.

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As expert planning consultants, Bell Cornwell provides high-quality advice to advance the interests of landowners, developers, and individuals across the UK. Founded in 1986, our firm has grown a nationwide network of offices while upholding our founding commitment to excellence.

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Specialists in high impact signage and graphics for the Self Storage industry

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Birdeye is revolutionising reputation, social media, and customer experience management for multi-location businesses with our AI-powered platform. Our team of over 1,000 employees across 5 offices support customers with data-driven insights and best practices for reputation management, social media prowess, and enriching digital customer experiences.

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Boxtor is a trusted and highly reputable supplier of new shipping containers to the UK self-storage industry. Wholly owned and managed by Peter and Dominic Coy, they bring over 55 years of combined experience manufacturing, suppling and delivering new and used containers of all types. We also have our own containerised self-storage site in the Midlands. 

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C4 Projects are an established and trusted medium-sized multidisciplinary consultancy business with professionals based in our Warrington and Manchester offices, delivering developments across the UK in many sectors, including self-storage.

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CACI helps clients to do amazing things with data, ensuring they drive value through a deep understanding of people and places. Our aim is to provide invaluable data driven insights to:

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Capital Containers: Practical Solutions Backed by Experience - At Capital Containers, we offer a wide selection of new and used steel shipping containers for both sale and hire, we also specialise in container conversions tailoring them into functional spaces to suit a variety of needs.

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Capsa Packaging, specializes in providing exceptional sustainable packaging solutions using corrugated cardboard. Their innovative approach extends to various sectors, including retail, e-commerce, self-storage, and reverse logistics, emphasizing the importance of reusable solutions.

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Enviably connected, with on the ground intelligence to unlock unseen potential. At CBRE, our specialised self storage team has over 20 years of experience in this niche sector, having worked on numerous projects throughout Europe and Asia, covering both transactional and advisory services. This deep knowledge base enables us to offer best in class advice for our clients in terms of appraisal and consultancy work, as well as on sale and other capital events, including stock exchange listings and circulars. As part of the largest dedicated operational real estate team in the European market our access to both data and sources of capital is unique. With proven performance through recent periods of economic shock, self storage is attracting strong interest from a range of investor types and we can help you to connect with the most suitable sources of both debt and capital.

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Chateau Products is a lock and latch manufacturer that specializes in the self-storage industry. The company provides disc locks, padlocks, cylinder BEZEL latching systems, moving boxes and a variety of packing supplies for resale. In addition, it carries store fixtures, retail merchandising displays, signage, manager overlocks and facility maintenance products. Chateau is exclusively self-storage serving the entire U.S. and world markets for over 30 years with best in quality and price.

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Cleveland Containers are a family run company, with over 10 years’ experience in the container sales and hire industry. We have rapidly grown to be one of the largest and most competitive privately owned suppliers in the UK due to our hard work, dedication and adaptability. Operating from our North East based head office, we store our new and used shipping containers across 15 different locations nationwide, resulting in one of the widest distribution networks in the UK. We pride ourselves on having the largest stock levels, meaning we can supply any customer with just 1 container or 100 containers. Along with our 15 nationwide depots we have an extensive network of haulage firms resulting in the fastest deliveries for our customers.

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Clover Four offers training courses in sales and marketing, as well as business coaching and consulting. We also do website development, graphical design of marketing materials and custom software development, for example smartphone and tablet apps. As an outsider to your business, but as an insider to the industry, we can often highlight any blind spots in your sales, marketing or operations that could be holding your business back. We can train your team on sales and marketing related topics and can also work with you over a longer period of time to improve specific aspects of your business. Clover Four was founded by Christel Land, who is also the author of the ‘Cutting Edge of Self-Storage’ books. Over time, she has grown the team with talented graphical designers and web developers. She has handpicked the team from around the world, which means that Clover Four is able to offer a first class delivery of websites and marketing materials at a very reasonable price point. Christel Land entered the self-storage industry in 2002 and has worked both as an operator, a supplier and now as an external partner to numerous self-storage businesses around Europe. She often speaks at industry conferences and also delivers training courses through the Self-Storage Association. To read more about Christel’s background and to read client testimonials, visit her LinkedIn page or the Clover Four website.

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CMT Security Ltd is a trusted leader in the security systems industry, delivering a full spectrum of services across various sectors with over 30 years of experience. We specialise in the self-storage industry but also serve businesses, real estate, construction sites, and residential properties.

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CONTAINEX, Europe’s leading supplier of mobile space systems, supplies construction, industry, trade, commerce and the municipal sector with high-quality modules and containers and offers on-site consultation.

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