When it comes to revolutionizing the self-storage industry, few solutions offer the speed, flexibility, and sustainability of relocatable units. In this guest post, seasoned entrepreneur and self-storage innovator Max Picton shares his firsthand insights. With a track record of developing, building, and scaling successful storage facilities across Canada, Max has redefined the industry by integrating relocatable construction with smart automation technology. As the founder of Modular Storage Solutions and a recognized business leader, he has pioneered a system that slashes development timelines, reduces costs, and enhances operational efficiency. Join us as we explore how relocatable storage is revolutionizing self-storage development.
Why I Choose Relocatable Storage Over Traditional Builds
The question I get asked most when I tell people about my business: “Why relocatable storage?” The answer isn’t just about speed or cost—it’s about sustainability, flexibility, and efficiency. Relocatable construction often provides better solutions for investors and communities alike.
Speed Matters in Development
Traditional projects face long timelines—from permits to construction—often stretching for years due to delays. Relocatable construction flips the script. While traditional facilities wait on permits, we’re assembling on-site and moving toward lease-up. Projects can be completed in just 3–6 months, meaning faster returns for investors and quicker access for communities waiting for relief.
Predictability Is Key
Traditional builds are prone to cost overruns from weather, labor, and material issues. Relocatable construction, however, locks in over 80% of costs with fixed-price contracts, reducing financial surprises. Pre-engineered components ensure consistent quality and controlled budgets, helping investors and end-users alike.
Sustainability—A Growing Priority
Relocatable construction reduces waste and increases efficiency by manufacturing components in a controlled environment. In some cases, it eliminates the need for concrete foundations, significantly cutting environmental impact. With concrete accounting for 8% of global carbon emissions, this flexibility aligns with a greener approach to development.
Flexibility for Today and Tomorrow
Traditional methods often lock developers into rigid designs. Relocatable storage offers scalability, allowing facilities to expand as needed or adapt to specific market demands. This makes it especially valuable in secondary and tertiary markets, where flexibility is critical.
Why Relocatable Storage?
Relocatable construction isn’t right for every project, but in many cases, it offers unmatched advantages: faster timelines, predictable costs, and sustainability benefits.
Interested?
If you’re an accredited Canadian investor looking to diversify with a storage development project, we’re launching a limited partnership opportunity very soon. And for those pursuing their own relocatable storage projects, I can’t recommend Boxwell enough. Their team treats you like family and goes above and beyond to ensure your project’s success!
How Boxwell Is Leading the Relocatable Storage Revolution
At Boxwell, we take pride in leading the industry with our relocatable self-storage units. They provide unmatched flexibility and convenience. Our relocatable storage units are engineered to adapt to your specific site requirements without needing a permanent foundation. This allows developers to maximize available space and scale their operations efficiently. With customization options like unit mix, roll-up doors, hallway systems, custom colors, and branding, our relocatable units are tailored to meet the unique needs of your project while maintaining superior functionality.
By choosing Boxwell, you can drastically reduce construction timelines. Our units are delivered and installed quickly, enabling faster revenue generation and minimizing delays for your business. Built with heavy-duty steel, our relocatable storage units are designed for long-term durability. Features such as ultra-strong seamless roofs, solid structures, and roll-up doors ensure secure, weather-resistant storage environments that keep your customers’ belongings safe. Our hallway systems are another innovative solution we offer, optimizing facility accessibility and creating a more streamlined layout.
We want to thank Max Picton for his insightful LinkedIn piece about Boxwell. If you’d like to dive even deeper into how Max has made strides in storage development, check out our 2021 case study, Transforming Dirt into Profit: A Study in Self-Storage.
Read Max Picton’s Original LinkedIn post (slightly altered for this blog):
At Boxwell, we are more than just a provider—we are your partner in bringing self-storage projects to life with relocatable storage. Our extensive warranties and dedicated support ensure long-term reliability, and our in-house creative team offers expert guidance on site layout, graphic design, and project planning. We focus on delivering functional, visually appealing solutions that help your facility stand out. With relocatable self-storage units, Boxwell provides a faster, smarter, and more adaptable approach to meeting today’s storage demands. Let’s work together to redefine the future of storage.
Because we manufacture our products in Boxwell-owned facilities, we maintain the highest quality standards while ensuring fast, responsive service. Our relocatable self-storage units, portable containers, roll-up doors, and hallway systems come with industry-leading warranties and dedicated customer support, making them a valuable, long-term investment for any storage facility.
Boxwell serves storage businesses worldwide, with a strong presence across North America, Europe, Australia, the Middle East, and beyond. We design, manufacture, and deliver fully customizable, durable, and movable storage solutions tailored to your specific needs. Work with a Boxwell representative to determine your ideal unit mix, custom colors, and door configurations. Your Boxwell storage units will arrive flat-packed and can be assembled quickly with just a few dozen nuts, bolts, and basic tools—ready to rent in no time! Visit boxwell.co or call (303) 317-5850 to learn more.