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 BACKGROUND

 

ROXBOX Containers is excited to announce a new line of solar infrastructure containers with our Australian partners, BlackStump Technologies. Our initial focus is on solar cold storage and deployable energy. HELIOS the Greek God and personification of the sun has the opportunity to lead the U.S market in solar containerized solutions. BlackStump will continue to innovate and create solar solutions with shipping containers for infrastructure. ROXBOX, with the creation of the HELIOS line, will be the manufacturer and distributor of the BlackStump suite of products in the U.S. Our partnership seeks to optimize solar containerized solutions in the U.S while helping our customers reduce their carbon emissions and reliance on diesel generators. ROXBOX and the HELIOS line will continue to strive to implement sustainability into all of our products and operations. We believe in environmental quality, clean air, natural resources, a nontoxic environment, and a healthy ecosystem.

This partnership is years in the making and has come to fruition because of our drive to always provide our customers with the best solutions possible. Over the last few years, ROXBOX has been building refrigerated containers for a local food share and community access nonprofit organization. Early on we encountered three major problems with the grid-tied containers that we were building;

1. Pulling power from the local site to the container at most locations was very costly and time-consuming.
2. Once power got to the container, energy from the grid was mostly from fossil fuels which are bad for the environment.
3. Alternatively, when powered by costly diesel generators the containerized refrigerators had a poor ROI and failed to address environmental impact concerns.

After encountering problems with power and sustainability we realized there had to be a better clean energy solution, so we started to research what was out in the market or determine if we could develop a better solution ourselves. After months of searching and much to our elation, we found BlackStump Technologies in Australia. Their technology suite is far superior to anything else currently on the market, and their technology is proven in some of the harshest environments in the world. The Australian expression ‘Beyond the Black Stump’ means it is an extremely isolated place, remote from populated areas; in the middle of nowhere. This is a perfect name because the technology developed by their parent company Heuch works off-grid in places that you could otherwise never get power. Heuch has engineered refrigeration and environmental controls since 1970. These technology solutions enable us to provide rapidly deployable shipping container solutions to help solve the issues of energy, refrigeration, clean water, food hygiene, sanitation, medical storage, and cold supply chain.

PARTNERSHIP

BlackStump is supported by its international distribution and manufacturing partners to help reduce global carbon emissions via its solar containerized technology suite. ROXBOX has entered a licensing agreement for the manufacturing and distribution of BlackStump products in the U.S market. This allows both of our organizations to do what we do best; it allows BlackStump to continue to create and innovate rapidly deployable solar containers, and it allows our team to do what we do best to manufacture innovative, high-quality containers that solve problems. With over two decades of experience in the shipping container industry, ROXBOX has become the subject matter experts in developing creative solutions for the nation’s modular needs. Our dedication to product development and innovation has resulted in broad product lines ranging from mobile infrastructure, off-grid disaster relief, and mobile healthcare facilities. We look forward to working hard to become the leading solution for solar deployable energy and solar cold storage in the U.S.

BLACKSTUMP TECHNOLOGIES

Purpose is to improve the circumstances of individuals, communities, and organizations through the provision of our solar-powered refrigeration and energy technologies which can be rapidly deployed in remote, off-grid, and urban environments.

Black Stump Technologies mobile solutions assist companies to lessen their environmental impact, empower individuals and communities to change their economic and social circumstances, and support organizations seeking to support people in times of their greatest need. Our technology solutions enable us to provide rapidly deployable solutions to the issues of energy, refrigeration, clean water, food hygiene, sanitation, medical storage, and cold supply chain. Black Stump Technologies’ mission is to provide 100% solar-powered mobile refrigeration and energy technologies. Rapidly deployed, not only to urban locations but beyond the black stump to remote areas that may not be easily accessible.

PRODUCT SUITE

• Solar Shipping Container Power Generators
• Solar Refrigerated Shipping Containers
• Solar Shipping Container Freezers (potential for vaccine distribution)
• Solar Shipping Container Ice Makers
• Solar Shipping Container Water Purifiers
• Solar Shipping Container Medical Storage
• Solar Shipping Container Morgues

INDUSTRIES

• Aid & Development
• Agriculture & aquaculture
• Infrastructure
• Construction & Mining
• Defense
• Disaster Relief
• Government
• Events
• First Responders
• Morgues

 

RoxBox Shipping Container Kitchens

 

RoxBox shipping container kitchens are purpose-built for take-away, drive-through, and delivery service. RoxBox purpose-built modular container manufacturing allows entrepreneurs and established businesses in the food and beverage industry to design exactly what they need for their business to be successful.

For anyone in the foodservice and restaurant industry, the kitchen is the heart of the business. You need a kitchen space that’s functional and easy-to-use, as well as ready for service, aesthetically pleasing, and built to your needs. With our commercial and commissary kitchens, you’ll get all of this and more.

They are fully customizable so you can design the perfect commercial kitchen, commissary kitchen, ghost kitchen, dark kitchen, virtual restaurant, or cloud kitchen. Container kitchens allow new businesses to get to market faster and established businesses to open new locations for a fraction of the cost of a traditional build-out.

Our shipping container kitchens are purpose-built to order and take into account our clients’ requirements, specifications, and preferences. We want them to succeed in their business and keep their guests satisfied and returning. So how do we do this, and how can you get started? Read on for more!

 

 

 

 

Features, applications, and modifications

 

At RoxBox Containers, our shipping container kitchens come with a variety of features, applications, and modifications designed to fit your specific needs. With our commercial kitchens, you’ll have applications for beverage and warm service, drive-through, full-service restaurants, and concessions. You’ll also have access to turnkey appliances and more land availability, given the small footprint of the kitchen.

 

 

Utility and functionality

 

Our shipping container kitchens are purpose built with the exact utility and functionality your kitchen requires. Our kitchens are sprayed with closed cell spray foam insulation, equipped with electric heaters, water storage, commercial lighting, electrical and plumbing, and as well as custom upgrades. Our containers are also built to local and state regulations and health codes, and they’re also easily built for ADA compliance. Our purpose built design allows you can choose the energy source you’d like to use, whether it’s on generator, grid, or clean energy solar.

When you build with us, you’ll also get a container that’s weatherproof and built to prevent theft and vandalism. Ready to deploy at just a moment’s notice, our commercial kitchens can serve hundreds of people at a time and can be easily upgraded in the future.

 

 

A sleek, pleasing aesthetic

 

When you build a customized commercial kitchen with us, you’re not just getting functionality. You’re also getting a state-of-the-art, sleek unit that adds to the ambiance and experience of your guests. The exterior can look like a container or regular building, with metal framing throughout, and includes stainless steel wall coverings, exterior paint, and even sign mounts for easy branding

 

Why you need a shipping container Kitchen

 

So why do you need a shipping container kitchen, and why choose us? Our commercial kitchens are crafted with purpose-built design and are secure, durable, and mobile. With one of our kitchens, you’ll have a sleek, modern look that grabs attention and gets people talking – and you can take it anywhere. Our kitchens are also super efficient for setup or take-down, allowing you to be able to set up shop in just minutes.

Not only will you have a functional, easy-to-use commercial kitchen, but you’ll also provide a memorable experience for your customers that will keep them coming back. Additionally, shipping containers are an affordable option that will yield a great return for your business and are highly adaptable to a wide variety of uses. No matter what your needs, we will be able to meet and exceed your expectations.

 

 

 

 

The RoxBox Process

 

At RoxBox Containers, our top priority is getting to know you, who your customers are, and what needs you have. That’s why as we start the process of developing your customized kitchen, we’ll spend time getting to know you and your client base so we can deliver the product of your dreams.

We have a 4 phase approach where we’ll work closely with you so that your vision and ideas come to life. But it doesn’t stop there, throughout the build process you’ll be able to follow along through our interactive project management software. This way, you can monitor progress and communicate easily during the entire project timeline, which usually averages two months.

 

 

 

Start building today

 

At RoxBox Containers, we have sound knowledge of building regulations and a passion for bringing our clients’ dreams to life. You can be assured that we will provide expert guidance throughout the process and will take into account all your specifications and requirements.

Ready to get started on building your commercial kitchen? Contact us today for a quote for your new customized unit.

 

 

 

Is help on the way?

World health officials are increasingly optimistic that a usable vaccine is near to fight the novel coronavirus. Researchers linked to the Center for Global Development estimate with an 85% probability that a vaccine will be ready by 2021.  According to the World Health Organization 8 vaccine candidates in progress are near to achieving the final stage of testing, which will give the global economy a much-needed boost. While this news is some of the most positive we have seen in months regarding the coronavirus, the news does not come without major manufacturing challenges and issues of scale. Governments across the world are concentrated on the historic task of getting vaccines to their people effectively and quickly.

 

U.S Vaccine Distribution Scale

The U.S is currently planning the manufacture and delivery of more than 300 million safe and efficient vaccines. The two federal agencies tasked are the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Department of Defense (DoD). Their distribution strategy is called Operation Warp Speed. The goal of Operation warp speed is to

“produce and deliver 300 million doses of safe and effective vaccines with the initial doses available by January 2021, as part of a broader strategy to accelerate the development, manufacturing, and distribution of COVID-19 vaccines, therapeutics, and diagnostics (collectively known as countermeasures).”

HHS.gov

The supply, production, and distribution of the vaccine is an intra-governmental endeavor. According to recent news, distribution is one area where the project is falling behind. In a letter to governors, the Centers for Disease Controls director Dr. Robert Redfield explained distribution centers need to be up running by the first of November. With the tremendous amount of work that needs to be done, shipping container clinics are proving to be a viable solution and may help expedite the process of setting up the distribution centers.

Benefits of Shipping Container Vaccine Clinics

Storied History

There is a long global history with the use of shipping containers in; disasters, outbreaks, low patient density, severe climates, and conflict zones. Hospitals and doctors’ offices can focus on what they do best. Shipping container vaccine clinics reduce the traffic into the central facility and help maintain its space and employees from being overwhelmed.

Constructibility

To date, shipping containers are used as the primary mode of transport in global commerce because they are portable, secure, and structurally strong enough to be stacked high on top of each other. They can also be manufactured quicker than other building methods. The lean manufacturing factory-built approach provides an efficient assembly line process within a controlled environment, which can provide greater quality in a shorter time.

Shipping Container Supply

The supply of shipping containers is a valuable building asset, more than 19,000 shipping containers enter the U.S every day. The domestic stock of containers allows for container vaccine clinics to be manufactured locally with a limited need for long-distance shipping.

Reuse & Repurpose

Shipping container clinics and shipping container hospitals can be long-term solutions for future pandemics, natural disaster response, or community-wide requirements. When the vaccine distribution is complete the containers can be repurposed into; triage rooms, exam rooms, infusion rooms, treatment rooms, testing facilities, laboratories, patient rooms, quarantine rooms, isolation rooms, or surge space for non-critical care. If the containers are not repurposed they can be used for U.S medical stock for the next 40+ years. If another pandemic happens the containers can be brought out of stock and fitted with current medical technology.

Design

The shipping container clinic modular design accommodates mobile site arrangements depending on population requirements. Shipping container vaccine clinics are designed to be hospital-grade; fitted with climate control, air quality, storage, electrical wiring, plumbing, doors, security, and furnishings.

Sustainability

Shipping container clinics can be designed with LEED green building concepts specifically for the healthcare field. Clean energy power can be generated through containerized deployable solar energy which can save money compared to diesel generators, while not releasing C02 emissions. HVAC can be run off of solar panels on the roof of the container hospital, which is one of the largest energy needs in buildings. RoxBox can provide solar-powered refrigeration and/or freezer containers to keep vaccines at the necessary temperature – allowing for remote vaccine distribution hubs.

The RoxBox Promise

RoxBox has teamed up with RK Mission Critical, TreanorHL, Martin/Martin Inc, and Cator Ruma & Associates to build Offsite-Manufactured Shipping Container Healthcare Facilities out of shipping containers. This multi-organizational endeavor extends assistance in building the infrastructure required to combat the COVID-19 Pandemic. Our crisis management team has specialized knowledge in the container construction and modular construction industry and we are willing to allocate our many resources to assist in this crisis!

 

RoxBox Containers introduces a new and innovative way to ensure restaurants and events can operate through the pandemic winter with shipping container outdoor patios. 

Based in Denver, CO, RoxBox’s Custom Shipping Container business has been creating beautiful and innovative spaces out of shipping containers for years. Having worked with numerous food and beverage concepts with our other containerized solutions for kitchens and bars, we wanted to help our restaurateur and event friends with a better solution than Chinese-made plastic tents.

Per a recent 9News article & video:

In July, the Colorado Restaurant Association (CRA) asked 170 restaurants if they think they will still be open in six months. 65% said they were not sure.

“We’re extremely worried about what winter looks like,” CRA’s President and CEO Sonia Riggs said. “Some restaurants are going to do whatever they can to take advantage of that outdoor seating as long as possible, and others just say they don’t know whether it’s worth it or not.”

Sonia Riggs

Let’s try and make sure more restaurant shutdowns don’t happen here in Colorado!

Introducing the PatioBox:

PatioBox is a customizable shipping container patio comes in 4 different models with numerous upgrade options like roof-top decks:

• X-Large  – 2×40’HC double-door containers modified & combined to create maximum space with multiple openings, lights + electrical, heaters, and 3 glass roll-up doors
• Large – 2×40’HC containers combined w/ openings, lights + electrical, and heaters
• Medium – 1×40’HC double-door container w/ lights + electrical and heaters
• Small – 1×20’HC container w/ two openings, lights + electrical and heaters

PatioBox allows for a heated and rad space with circulation to allow for continued revenue through the winter even with COVID-19 restrictions. By adhering to CDPHE guidelines, we’ve created multiple different temporary outdoor patio models with heaters that will fit in innumerable spaces and allow for continued operation through winter – plus they look way cooler than a tent. These structures can ultimately be integrated into a more long-term development plan and have optional roof-top decks.

We also have other Food & Beverage shipping container units to combat COVID-19 barriers:

• Bars
• Kitchens
• Pick-Up/Delivery Kiosks

Certain PatioBox models are available for rent/lease and we also offer financing for those interested in purchasing. For a limited time, we will be supporting local organizations by offering discounts/ lowering prices – the struggle is real and we’re trying to help.

There will only be a limited number of PatioBox units available. 

Winter is coming…

 

Meet The BeerCan Container Bar

RoxBox is reimagining the classic bar and beer garden to create an immersive drinking experience. Today’s crowd wants unique brews and they want their drinking experiences to be just that: experiences. How do you get the edge you need to pull in customers? How do you address COVID concerns and create an outdoor bar experience?

Sometimes the best way to think outside the box is to transform the box itself. That’s what BeerCan is all about: a pioneering shipping container bar that’s been refined over the past 3 years to create a badass and efficient bar.

The Benefits of an Awesome Container Bar

No matter what event you have on the horizon – or if you’re looking for a turn-key beer garden solution for your brewery, bar, or restaurant – a great CONEX bar has everything you need to make it a success, starting with a few top benefits.

1. Options Galore

It doesn’t get much more customizable than the BeerCan. You can take the container bar anywhere. You can install it in almost any location. Its cooling system will work with either grid-connected power, solar power, or a generator.

From multiple serving windows, sinks, multiple containers for a custom layout, speakers, TVs, different bar tops and barbacks, and painted or branded to your preference  – there are numerous options that RoxBox can build to create your own custom shipping container bar or custom container kitchen.

No container bar is complete without the optional rooftop deck for a VIP area or to set up a socially distant DJ or band.

You can also easily add in the ability to serve liquor to create a full-service shipping container bar. And with multiple serving windows, this container bar creates efficiencies to allow you to serve hundreds of guests per hour.

2. Attention-Grabbing Designs

If you’re heading to a festival or another big event, chances are that you’ll be one of the dozens of beer options for customers to choose from. Gone are the days of warm beer with copious foam out of a jockey box. The BeerCan is the perfect way to stand out among all the lowly tents and coolers. Customers will happily pass up a foamy beer from a tub of ice for your tap-fresh brews.

3. Built-in Walk-in Cooler

If you’re selling beer out of a tent, ice is just about your only way to keep it cool. It’s heavy and messy and it takes up way too much space.

BeerCan’s proprietary self-cooling capabilities let you skip all that hassle. No more ice or jockey boxes. Just perfectly chilled beer on tap in your own shipping container taproom w/ your preferred size walk-in cooler keeping your beer and booze at whatever temperature you desire.

Combine the sustainable methodology of the upcycled shipping container with our patent-pending solar-powered refrigeration system to create an off-grid and fully sustainable bar like no one has ever seen or experienced.

4. Proven ROI

With enough thirsty patrons, the BeerCan generates sales within days that cover the cost of the unit. Social distancing orders have forced many to reimagine the guest experience and move them outside so take advantage of this change and create significant revenue in your parking lot, unused land, or backlot.

An experience in and of itself, this shipping container bar creates engaged guests that will make your brand the talk of the town (and social media). Set up Beer Pong on your roof-top deck and watch as guests create viral content around your custom shipping container bar.

Case Study

Joyride Brewing Company was able to sell through over 60 kegs for a whopping $55,000 worth of beer in only 6 hours with nearly zero waste using the extremely efficient BeerCan container bar. They paid for the cost of their bar with one event!

Taking the Container Bar Trend to Your Customers

If you’re looking for a new way to make your next event easier and more successful, it doesn’t get better than the BeerCan container bar. For breweries, bars, and restaurants looking at establishing an outdoor drinking area or beer garden, there’s no better solution than an innovative and sustainable shipping container bar from RoxBox Containers. To get the details for yourself, get a free quote for a BeerCan of your own or check out our rental options.

We hope the BeerCan can help you move more booze and make you more revenue in these tough times.

Searching for office space can be disheartening due to high rents, poor availability and the typical hassle that goes with trying to find a place where you can get your work done. But when you choose a shipping container office from RoxBox, you avoid all the headaches that usually come with acquiring excellent office space. Plus, shipping containers are an environmentally sound choice because they’re recycled, durable and part of a sustainable ecosystem.

Multiple Benefits

Two of the key benefits of a container office are price and mobility. With the commercial real estate market in the midst of yet another series of price rises, shipping containers are the ideal alternative when it comes to price and many other important factors, like durability, safety, efficiency, and adaptability.

That’s right, unlike a traditional office space, a shipping container office is fully customizable from the start. Later, you can add to space and enhance it as you wish with extras like additional doors or windows, HVAC systems, unique lighting and more.

RoxBox containers are the most price-efficient way to take ownership of your office. Of course, the search isn’t only about price. There’s also safety, convenience, asthetics, functionality, comfort and much more. Here’s a brief listing of the multiple advantages you get when you choose a RoxBox shipping container office:

 

 

• Simple, fast transportation: After your container arrives, you can move it easily to wherever you want. Plus, the smaller units don’t take up more than a standard parking space, so there’s never any worry about finding enough room to put down your new container office. Even the larger containers are simple to move to whatever location you prefer.
• Spacious interiors: People are routinely shocked when they see how spacious container offices are. If you have ever shopped for traditional office space and walked through some of the “slivers” on the market today, you’ll be pleasantly surprised when you view a customized container from the inside out. They’re roomy enough to accommodate any kind of work team.
• The choice of temporary or permanent office space: One of the unique advantages of repurposed shipping containers is versatility. You can make them into permanent, semi-permanent or on-the-fly offices based on your changing needs, marketing strategies and customer preferences.
• 100 percent customization before and after purchase: You make the space you want. Are you a “window person,” who prefers abundant sunlight and an open-air feel? Add as many windows and sky-lights as you desire. Likewise, if security and safety is your topmost concern, opt for a single door and no windows at all. The point is that you call the shots when it comes to design features. After all, it’s your office.
• Environmental responsibility: Containers are the quintessential recycled items. There’s no better way to up-cycle a shipping container than to make it into an office. When you select a RoxBox container and create your own workspace with it, you put zero stress on the environment and make a clear statement about your overall business model with a sleek, eye-catching, customized container as your new office.
• Low-cost options for new or small businesses: For budget-conscious entrepreneurs or micro-size firms who just need a space to get their company off the ground, recycled containers are the smart way to go. You’ll be surprised at how much you can save compared to traditional offices. Compare prices in your area and see why so many people are turning to containerized solutions for their companies’ space needs.
• An attractive place to get your work done: The entire atmosphere is different in an office like this. The size and general design offer your clients and your team an attractive, efficient-looking structure that speaks volumes about the “no waste” philosophy. Customized containers are true works of art and can be as unique or conventional as you want them to be. Remember, you might be starting with a standard shipping container but you create your ideal office from the original unit. The possibilities are infinite.

Making the Decision

When you decide to move into your perfect office space, check out all the options available at RoxBox. We offer the industry’s only “no leak” guarantee on every container we sell, and units come in several sizes based on your needs: 20-by-8 and 40-by-8, both with 8.5-foot ceilings, and 40-by-8 units with a spacious 9.5-foot ceiling for a whopping 3,040 cubic feet of interior space.

Feel free to contact us at any time. You can email us or call us directly at 720-735-8402. Our team is always happy to answer any questions you have about your office space challenges.

 

People who need commercial kitchen space often seek out price-friendly, environmentally sustainable and convenient options. The traditional choices just don’t meet those criteria, but shipping container kitchens do. When you choose a portable commercial kitchen built from a recycled, or in this case “up-cycled,” shipping container, there are multiple advantages.

Price and mobility are the primary benefits when you choose to buy a shipping container kitchen. It’s important to get a competitive price at the outset, but in the long run, quality and durability are key considerations. And when you want to move the kitchen from place to place, it’s wise to opt for a shipping container that allows for easy transport. Additionally, commercial food preparers need to be comfortable while doing their jobs, so containers have to allow for natural airflow and HVAC add-ons that keep interior temperatures in a defined range.

So, obviously, it’s not just about the price, even though shipping containers are the lowest-cost way to own a kitchen. It’s also about convenience, safety, environmental responsibility and much more. RoxBox can customize any of our shipping containers to help you get the exact kind of kitchen you need.

Here’s a shortlist of the advantages you get when you purchase a RoxBox shipping container kitchen:

RoxBox shipping container kitchens are:

• Fully customizable so you can design your perfect kitchen
• Completely hygienic space that’s simple to clean and keep clean
• Weatherproof year-round and durable enough to prevent theft and vandalism as well
• Able to go up quickly without the need for special construction equipment or skills
• Easy to add to existing kitchen facilities or put up as a stand-alone unit
• Very low-priced compared to traditional kitchen facilities
• Simple to move in order to serve the needs of mobile food services in rural or urban settings
• A great way to use an environmentally sound method for building a kitchen
• 100 percent “field-ready” food units that can serve up to 200 people at a time
• Able to meet all local and state health regulations for catering businesses and restaurants
• Customizable with air-conditioning and heating units that you wish to add for interior comfort of food-prep staff
• Fully insulated to keep inclement weather where it belongs, on the outside of the unit
• Equipped with commercial lighting, plumbing, and electrical infrastructure
• Designed to be upgraded with virtually any customization you need, like added doors, extra windows, more infrastructure and seating
• Designed to work as permanent or temporary kitchens for all sorts of purposes
• Disaster-ready because they can be relocated on a moment’s notice, out of harm’s way
• A perfect way to add an aesthetic appeal to a temporary structure’s overall look

When you’re ready to select your ideal shipping container kitchen, check out what the RoxBox team has to offer. Not only do you get the only “no-leak” guarantee in the industry, but our shipping containers also come in multiple sizes depending on your commercial kitchen needs. Both the 20 by 8 and 40 by 8 flooring options come with full 8’6″ ceilings. If you want an additional 12 inches of headroom, opt for our 9’8″ high container that boasts an 8 by 40 floor for a massive 3,040 cubic feet of total interior space.

We’re always happy to discuss your kitchen and shipping container needs, so feel free to give us a call. Or, email us at info@roxboxcontainers.com. Let the ROXBOX team make your dream kitchen a reality!