Multi store containers allow self storage operators to increase capacity, improve customer choice, and boost site profitability. By dividing one container into several smaller units, you can generate income from multiple customers simultaneously. This setup appeals to a wider audience, such as students, households, and small businesses, who often only need limited storage space. Offering a mix of unit sizes helps attract more customers and gives your site a competitive edge.

Multi store containers are increasingly popular among self storage operators across Great Britain, particularly in urban areas where space is limited and customer demand for smaller, affordable units is high. In major cities and towns, personal storage needs are greater due to limited home space, making multi store units an ideal way to meet this demand while maximising returns from a single container. You should consider multi store units if your site serves students, households, or small businesses that often need compact storage, or if you want to expand capacity without major investment. They’re also a smart choice for operators needing flexibility, especially when fitted with removable partitions, which make it easy to adapt unit sizes as customer demand changes.

A multi store container is typically divided into 2 to 8 individual storage units, depending on the container size and chosen layout. The most common options are 20ft and 40ft containers, which can be split into as few as 2 bays. Layouts can be fully customised to match your business model and demand for space, with even greater flexibility available through removable partitions that let you adjust unit sizes as needed. Our team can help you find the best configuration to maximise both capacity and revenue on your site.

Yes, multi store container units are designed to provide safe, secure storage for both personal and business use. Each unit is accessed via its own heavy-duty personnel door with a 10-point locking system, and the steel container structure itself adds another layer of protection. Both permanent and removable partitions (also known as bulkheads) are fully secure - removable partitions cannot be taken down by customers, as access from both sides of the partition is required to unscrew the joints.

Yes, you can replace personnel doors with cargo doors on a multi store container, and our experienced team can carry out this modification for you. It’s a great choice if you need full-length access for larger or bulkier items. However, keep in mind that cargo doors are heavier to operate, they cannot be closed from inside, and only the right-hand door provides a full weather seal. If you’re not sure which option best suits your storage needs, speak to our team today.

Yes, a multi store container can be placed on top of standard shipping containers. This is a practical way to expand a self storage site upwards when ground space is limited, giving you more units without needing extra land. We’ve supported operators such as Sterling Storage Solutions with this approach, where a multi store unit was installed across the top of a row of standard containers. This created additional, smaller compartments above the existing full-size units, helping to increase capacity and customer choice. When a multi store container is stacked on top of standard units, its corner castings don’t line up with those below. This prevents the use of twist locks, so a specially designed base or platform is needed to secure it safely. You can see this setup featured in our customer testimonial video. For tailored advice, speak to our team about stacked multi store containers or alternative expansion options like topper units.