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		<title>Self Storage &#8211; An Extension Of Your Home</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jul 2010 08:42:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jolina Ware</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Who needs more storage space? Cara and Jim did not think it was a necessity in their lives. After their wedding, nonetheless, they found out that several of their personal stuff take up too much space in their tiny starter home.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Who requires storage space? Jim and Cara considered it was not needed. But after their wedding, they learned that they both have personal possessions that would not fit inside their single-room starter house.</p>
<p>Cara possesses several antique pieces of furniture that she inherited from a great grandmother. She would not part with it because she viewed the furniture as a connection with her family. However, the tables and chairs would be too big to fit in their new house.</p>
<p>In the meantime, Jim works as an architect. His projects during college years were more than a dozen scale-model buildings that he designed and created himself. These scale models were his showcase displays in his former apartment. However, after Cara and he were wed and when the couple moved into their new home, the space was a bit cramped that the scale models cannot be exhibited as Jim would prefer.</p>
<p>So now, Jim and Cara face the hurdle of getting along with each other as husband and wife. Both refused to let go of their own belongings. Although the issue of their own stuff has not yet morphed into a full-blown power battle, it has begun to be the root of contention for the two of them.</p>
<p>The newlyweds wanted their marriage to work, and they both vigorously looked for a compromise. So, because they have personal belongings that they care so much about, they reached a compromise: they will rent a personal storage unit so that they could stock all the stuff that were important to them but would not fit in their small home.</p>
<p>Luckily for Cara and Jim, there was a self storage firm near their dwelling. Cara and Jim made their inquiries; they discovered that the rental terms for the self storage facility were very favorable for them. Moreover, the management provided them the most fitting space size that was suitable for their needs.</p>
<p>The newlywed couple was also reassured by what they saw in the storage warehouse complex, state-of-the-art security measures were in place all over the complex. Hence, they were able to sleep soundly, with the knowledge that their personal belongings are cared for by honest security personnel and are being looked over by CCTV cameras.</p>
<p>So, who needs storage? Couples such as Jim and Cara &#8211; two people who care about their personal belongings and about their marriage &#8211; and all other persons who need the extra space to keep their precious personal belongings that cannot fit into small houses certainly do.</p>
<p>A personal <a href="http://www.bigorange.com.sg">Warehouse</a> might be able to save your relationship. Drop by now and discover the advantages of <a href="http://www.bigorange.com.sg">self storage</a>.</p>
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		<title>Self-Storage Facilities: Keeping Your Personal Belongings In Good Condition</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Apr 2010 10:35:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Paul Avery</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Even if the planet was recently threatened with economic crisis, a lot of people (particularly of the younger generation) are holding good and stable jobs. Due to their secure employment, many are capable of buying material goods. So, it is not surprising that people's capacity to purchase so many things resulted in the accumulation of numerous things that people do not really need. However, the disadvantage of this rampant hoarding of material goods is that not many people are fortunate enough to be living in castles. Thus, storage space has become a big issue nowadays.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Even though the whole world just recently underwent a financial recession, it cannot be denied that a lot of people are still holding steady jobs. Because of their stable employment, a lot of people are capable of purchasing anything their hearts desire. So, it is not a surprise that people&#8217;s ability to buy so many things resulted in the hoarding of numerous things that people do not really need. Unfortunately, the disadvantage of this nonstop hoarding of material goods is that not many people are blessed to be living in mansions. Therefore, with all the personal stuff that people are unceasingly acquiring, their main problem this time is a storage space for all the accumulated goods.</p>
<p>Business-minded people are swift to detect the need of the buying masses and it was not long before they have created creative answers to the storage space issue of today&#8217;s generation. One of the solutions is the self storage facility, and it is the next best thing to having a private, personal space where one will be able to store personal possessions.</p>
<p>The people who rent out personal warehouse units can detect the needs of the tenants &#8211; particularly the need of a secure storage space, and the warehouse owners have already answered this need by employing modern security measures in their warehouse facilities. However, the responsibility of keeping the stuff inside the personal storage spaces themselves would be that of the unit&#8217;s tenants.</p>
<p>So, the storage facility tenants have to take it upon themselves to ensure that the items they are storing in their self-storage warehouses are in acceptable condition. Thus, they must use everything at their disposal to make sure that no insect or pest can gain access to their stored possessions. Further, they must adhere to the storage firm&#8217;s rules and must never store illegal, contraband and/or inherently dangerous items in their self storage units.</p>
<p>Aside from adhering to the regulations established by the warehouse firm, a tenant should also pack the items to be stored in a way that will keep the items safe. A practical manner of stowing items is that the heavier and bigger items should go in first so that smaller, lighter objects can go over them. As much as possible, flat objects have to be laid in on their sides to maximize the storage space. Adhering to these safety and preventative measures will ensure that the items being kept within the personal storage units will be safe and remain in good condition.</p>
<p>Learn more about the best <a href="http://www.bigorange.com.sg">warehouse</a> facilities and find a good <a href="http://www.bigorange.com.sg">storage</a> space where the security of your important items is guaranteed.</p>
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		<title>Calculating The Size Of Storage Unit You Need</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 09:27:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Rosalyn Taylor</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Storage units are essential for storing belongings if you relocate to a different home, downsize or plan to be on the road for an extended time. You need to figure out the amount of room you'll require.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Storage units are essential for storing belongings if you relocate to a different home, downsize or plan to be on the road for an extended time. You need to figure out the amount of room you&#8217;ll require.</p>
<p>In case the storage space is not big enough, you&#8217;ll need to move up to a larger one and waste time transferring your items. In case it&#8217;s too large you will be paying for room you don&#8217;t need. The following guidelines should help you figure out what size storage space you require.</p>
<p>- A 5 x 5 unit &#8211; 25 square feet</p>
<p>This unit is similar to a small walk in closet. Five feet is not much room at all and is sufficient for accommodating a minimal amount of things.</p>
<p>- 5&#8242; x 10&#8242; self storage unit &#8211; 50 square feet</p>
<p>This is relatively the same dimension as a big walk-in closet. This will accommodate a few big pieces like a sofa, chest and bed, along with plenty of packages and small things. You will get the most out of your storage area by using the room along the walls and ceiling to put in shelves.</p>
<p>- 5 by 15 foot self storage unit &#8211; 75 square feet</p>
<p>This is enough to accommodate belongings from a single bedroom apartment. This size should be sufficient for a single person or a couple, as long as they don&#8217;t have a lot of material possessions.</p>
<p>- a 10 by 10 foot self storage unit is equal to 100 square feet of space.</p>
<p>This is equivalent in size to a regular single vehicle garage. It will adequately accommodate the items from a two-bedroom apartment, the personal effects of two individuals or even a car or boat. If you are going to use it for this purpose, be certain to choose a storage unit that opens to the outside and not in a passageway.</p>
<p>- a 10 by 15 foot self storage unit is equal to 150 square feet of space.</p>
<p>This unit is larger than a one car garage and in it you can store all the contents of a three bedroom apartment or home, in addition to other things like motorcycles and exercise equipment.</p>
<p>- 10&#8242; x 20&#8242; self storage unit &#8211; 200 square feet</p>
<p>This size is nearly the same as a garage for two vehicles. It might be put to use storing an automobile, pickup, boat or motor home, along with furniture and crates. This storage unit can accommodate the contents of a medium-sized home or apartment with room to spare. This size is ideal for households with four or more members.</p>
<p>Learn more about the best <a href="http://www.bigorange.com.sg">Warehouse</a> facilities and find a good <a href="http://www.bigorange.com.sg">Storage</a> space where the security of your important items is guaranteed.</p>
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		<title>The Advantages Of Storing Your Belongings In A Warehouse</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 09:50:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Felicia Carter</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A warehouse offers storage solutions to all sorts of customers from every walk of human activity, varying from individual users to business ones. All of them need warehousing services for different reasons. A retailer would require a warehouse where he can pile up necessary items that he wants to place for sale in future, while a house owner can use it during a shift for storing furniture and other things till the moment he gets into his new abode. Thus, even the nature of things stored differs widely, ranging from raw materials and finished merchandise to domestic items.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Warehouses can be of immense service to people from different trades and occupations like retailers, manufacturers, and also to an average person. Warehousing services are required by us all for different reasons. For example, a person may need a warehouse when changing houses, while a retailer would require it for storage of the merchandise he has to stock for selling. Thus, even the type of goods stored differs widely, ranging from unprocessed materials and finished merchandise to household items.</p>
<p>Essentially, warehouses serve the aim of temporary storage of goods. When the existing space within factories or offices is too short to meet the storage needs of a company, warehouses come to the rescue and give secure and efficient storage solutions. With warehouse services, companies don&#8217;t need to invest capital or hire labour and try finding space within their premises to build on-site storage facilities, and thus much money, space and effort are saved.</p>
<p>Moreover, this need can be handled in a more professional and economical manner by a warehousing company that will have the right expertise and mechanisms in place to give you a hassle-free storage experience. Warehousing companies, depending on the kind of storage facilities they provide, optimize the space utilization in their locations and with use of advanced tracking and storage technology ensure safe and fast recovery of the stored goods. These facilities are specially customized to preserve the things in the best possible manner, for example, storage of perishable things like food products is done by making use of climate control technology. In addition to this, offloading this essential yet non-core business need allows a company to concentrate upon its core activities and perform well.</p>
<p>You can&#8217;t do without warehousing during times when you are shifting to a new home or office. It is usually quite hard to transport all the stuff at one go and hence the storage facilities come in to the picture. For this purpose, the alternatives of using both self storage and a full service warehouse are available. This removes any suspicion from your mind about the security and appropriate storage of your furniture or other objects of value.</p>
<p>Additional services like transferring your items from the source to your scheduled destination are also provided by storage companies. This transport service can save you all the hassle in finding out how to carry the goods to the final destination, which could be anything ranging from a factory to a new office or residence.</p>
<p>The advanced warehousing services are becoming essential in everyone&#8217;s life at one point or the other. They give efficient solutions so that you don&#8217;t need to hassle yourself for storage issues.</p>
<p>Learn more about the best <a href="http://www.bigorange.com.sg">Warehouse</a> facilities and find a good <a href="http://www.bigorange.com.sg">Storage</a> space where the security of your important items is guaranteed.</p>
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		<title>Different Storage Equipments Than Can Help You Save Dollars</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 Jan 2010 10:01:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Hannah Perkins</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The self storage concept entails leasing out segmented spaces of a huge warehouse to customers for any time period that suits them, no matter how short or long. With the growth of the industry, self storage companies have begun to offer a variety of services that provide better and more sophisticated storage solutions. Through greater use of technology, these companies have immensely increased the scope and efficacy of self storage. They have evolved so much that they can cater to all conceivable storage requirements not only efficiently but also without any hassle to you.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The self storage concept entails leasing out segmented spaces of a huge warehouse to customers for any time period that suits them, no matter how short or long. With the growth of the industry, self storage companies have begun to offer a variety of services that provide better and more sophisticated storage solutions. Through greater use of technology, these companies have immensely increased the scope and efficacy of self storage. They have evolved so much that they can cater to all conceivable storage requirements not only efficiently but also without any hassle to you.</p>
<p>Various types of equipments are being offered in self storage facilities, depending on your needs and budget. Because the price charged goes by the footage, you need to maximize the available room in your storage space, or you are just wasting money. The following are several basic storage components that you might utilize in your storage unit.</p>
<p>Horizontal shelves are great for accommodating an array of items, from components to tools, clothing or file boxes. In addition, this is ideal for storing a number of other items like archive documents or hanging clothing racks.</p>
<p>Carton Live Storage is an automated warehouse storage system in which cartons are kept on inclined roller beds. Gravity pushes them down the conveyor from the starting point to the ending point. This guarantees that stock is selected in the proper order, which maximizes efficiency and available space. The money you\&#8217;ll save in the process will more than make up for what you spend initially.</p>
<p>You can ask the warehouse storage professional whether they offer shelving or racks for rental. If you are wise, you will also find out if you can have this placed in your unit without paying for it or have your rent free sometime for using their company.</p>
<p>Learn more about the best <a href="http://www.bigorange.com.sg">warehouse</a> facilities and find a good <a href="http://www.bigorange.com.sg">storage</a> space where the security of your important items is guaranteed.</p>
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		<title>Things To Look For When Choosing A Self Storage Company</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 08 Jan 2010 08:10:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Rommel Rodriguez</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There is usually some concern that putting your personal possessions in a self storage warehouse makes it accessible to thieves. This is something that you shouldn't be concerned about because the self storage businesses are very secure.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There is usually some concern that putting your personal possessions in a self storage warehouse makes it accessible to thieves. This is something that you shouldn\&#8217;t be concerned about because the self storage businesses are very secure.</p>
<p>Prior to selecting a self-storage company, you should check out the following regarding security:</p>
<p>Alarm systems &#8211; find out if they have them and if they are monitored by on-site security guards and/or the police at all times. There should be an alarm on your unit as well as for the compound. With these systems in place, it is very difficult for thieves to move inside the premises.</p>
<p>Smoke Alarms &#8211; They are vital to self-storage units and can prevent unpredictable disasters. Almost all self-storage units prohibit smoking at their facility since it is a fire risk.</p>
<p>Access that is restricted with all visitors using a physical key pass, or the insistence of the signing in and out of all visitors prior to entering the storage facility.</p>
<p>Closed Circuit TV cameras that are normally watched all day and night. CCTV cameras are installed in all good storage facilities these days to ensure complete security. Continuous guarding of the interiors of a warehouse is possible through this system, which can efficiently avert any act of theft or burglary inside the premises. Door alarms are a regular feature as well and combined with electronic access to all doors it is quite easy now to find a breach.</p>
<p>You will be the only one with the key code, swipe card or key to get into your unit. You would have to give permission before anyone could gain access. Such foolproof systems are ideal for storing items that are very precious or confidential.</p>
<p>Is there a guard on duty 24 hours a day?</p>
<p>Reinforced units that provide extra security against theft.</p>
<p>Besides these, there are a number of other technologies with attractive aspects that are more and more being used by storage firms. This has guaranteed a highly safe preservation of your goods at costs that perfectly fit your budget.</p>
<p>Find out more about the best <a href="http://www.bigorange.com.sg">warehouse</a> facilities and find a good <a href="http://www.bigorange.com.sg">storage</a> space where the security of your important items is guaranteed.</p>
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		<title>Latest Technologies Applied In Self Storage</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 01 Jan 2010 08:20:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Edward Spencer</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Self storage is a facility where a large warehouse is divided into smaller spaces, which are then hired by customers for both short term and long term use. Clients are enjoying better facilities provided by storage companies, as the companies compete with each other to satisfy the fast increasing demand in the industry. These companies have achieved radical improvement in self storage through the use of advanced technology.</p>
<p>The requirement for technology was felt by self storage firms basically in order to ensure better security of the goods and to protect the items from degradation due to the conditions inside the storage. Not long after, technology started to be utilized for the purposes of storage and recovery also, much to the clients\&#8217; convenience.</p>
<p>You will find closed circuit cameras in any reputed self storage unit which ensures a safe storage of valuables. This system enables the storage managers and guards to continuously monitor what is happening inside the warehouse and foil any attempts of theft at the onset itself. Door alarms and electronic door entry systems are also installed which makes it very difficult for thieves to move inside the warehouse.</p>
<p>For each individual storage unit, the customers are now provided with an access card rather than a mechanical lock and key system. In fact, some facilities even provide a biometric access system, which makes use of a hand scanner to access the storage. Such security systems are most appropriate for the safekeeping of classified or highly precious items.</p>
<p>Identification and tracking making use of radio waves is the latest innovation in security systems, and some firms have already made use of them in their facilities. In this sophisticated system, an almost invisible RFID tag is put on each item kept inside the storage. These tags are found by scanners stuck to the doors, and if there is suspicious movement of your goods, the scanners trigger an alarm.</p>
<p>People also often keep wooden furniture, artifacts, or paper articles for storage. Such valuable items have high chances of getting damaged in unfavourable weather conditions. Likewise, technological goods and medicinal drugs may get damaged due to exposure to excessive heat. Climate control technology is a perfect answer to this problem, and any good warehouse will have this technology installed to keep temperature and moisture levels within reasonable limits for long term storage of your valuables.</p>
<p>Besides these, there are a host of other technologies with attractive aspects that are increasingly being used by storage firms. This has guaranteed a very secure preservation of your goods at costs that perfectly suit your pocket.</p>
<p>Find out more about the best <a href="http://www.bigorange.com.sg">warehouse</a> facilities and find a good <a href="http://www.bigorange.com.sg">storage</a> space where the security of your important items is guaranteed.</p>
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		<title>Self Storage Warehousing &#8211; A Concise Guide</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 01 Jan 2010 08:07:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ricky Taylor</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Whether it is storing items for days or months at a stretch, self storage warehousing comes to great use for both individuals and businesses.</p>
<p>Inexpensiveness, flexibility, high safety levels and a host of other benefits &#8211; all aligned towards customer satisfaction, give it an advantage over other types of commercial warehousing services. But before selecting the self-storage company, one needs to do some planning and concentrate on some vital considerations to get a pleasant warehousing experience.</p>
<p>Your task of selecting the right company should start with guessing the precise size of space needed and doing a fast survey of rates charged by different firms in the self storage market. Additional services like weather-control facilities to regulate the temperature and moisture level inside the unit for preservation of electronic products, fragile paintings etc can sometimes be critical for your valuable items.</p>
<p>Safety from fire or from criminal acts of stealing and robbery must also be offered by any good self storage company. You cannot afford to blindly trust anyone with safety of your items, because there are several untrustworthy companies in the market. Therefore, you need to personally ensure that the firm lays adequate emphasis on these issues.</p>
<p>As far as your involvement in the whole process is concerned, here are some recommendations that you can benefit from. Methodical packing with a ready list of things is a good beginning to an effective self-storage exercise. Extra care taken for cumbersome items, brittle objects, and electronic products would fulfill half your objective. A self-storage unit is no place for storing perishable or dangerous things so never place them with your other stuff. Most importantly, do not forget to get yourself an insurance cover for the valuables placed in the self-storage facility.</p>
<p>Thus, making the right choice of a self storage unit and thereafter following these basic guidelines to store your valuables can solve most of your storage issues and ensure total protection of your valuables.</p>
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		<title>Self Storage &#8211; Key Questions To Ask A Service Provider Before You Take Services From Them</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 31 Dec 2009 08:31:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Alexander Bell</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The advantages of self-storage are numerous. This essential service is offered by any good warehouse company and has gained favour among both businesses and individuals. It is very useful when you have some renovation or interior decoration to do or if you have a lot of stuff being made use of rarely but it is cluttering your living space. There could be a lot of other uses of self storage, but when you make use of these services you should know a few things about the service provider.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Self-storage serves a lot of purposes. This essential service is offered by any good warehouse firm and has caught the fancy of both businesses and individuals. It comes to excellent help before restoration is carried out, or for storing items that are rarely made use of and need to be cast aside for the time being. The reasons could be several but before deciding upon a self storage service there are a lot of questions that you ought to ask the service provider.</p>
<p>Most pertinently, you ought to know how secure your belongings will be with the self storage company. Before entrusting your items to the care of the self-storage service provider, you must confirm if it has modern security systems installed.</p>
<p>You should also perform a background check of the firm, which can tell you a lot about its past performance and image in the market. The security system of any good self storage company should have fire alarms, CCTV cameras, police monitored alarms and electronically monitored door access system.</p>
<p>The second most critical question to ask a self storage firm is whether they have climate regulated facilities or not. Climatic conditions can adversely affect the colour and polish of articles like paintings and wooden furniture. Such delicate assets should be saved from exposure to excessive heat and humidity.</p>
<p>Last but not the least, is the price, which must be negotiated with the self storage service provider depending on the services given to you. The expense will depend on three major factors &#8211; the size of the space you plan to rent, if the service provider provides weather proof facilities and the period of use. The price charged for such facilities in the market has to be researched first, and if you have several items to store, you can ask for concessions which in this competitive market situation might be simple to get.</p>
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		<title>Pointers In Choosing A Warehouse</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 31 Dec 2009 08:17:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jomelyn Davies</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[With the massive growth in urban population, living space of city apartments and residences is reducing at a very high pace. However, we have been increasingly purchasing new household goods under the influence of consumerism and availability of easy cash. These contrary factors have caused a dearth of space needed to store household and office items, and this scenario has set the cash registers ringing for the storage industry.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>With the enormous growth in urban population, living space of city apartments and residences is decreasing drastically. On the other hand, with greater buying power and growing consumerism, we all want to buy new articles for our home. These two contrary changes have resulted in an enormous shortage of space for keeping their items, and this explains why storage companies are doing good business.</p>
<p>If you are looking for a warehouse to store your things you have to use some caution. There are many kinds of storage companies out there, and you must go for the one that has the proper facilities in place to make sure that your important items will be cared for properly. Here are some necessary considerations that you must take into account while selecting a warehouse.</p>
<p>The most fundamental aspect of a good warehouse is security. The facility must have modern systems which can ensure that your items are not prone to burglary. A fully secure warehouse would normally be installed with electronic locks, door alarms, and closed circuit cameras.</p>
<p>Your goods need to be secured not only from burglars but also from fire. Warehouses are at risk of catching fires and so it is crucial that the facility is equipped with all essential measures for fire protection to protect your valuables. Advanced fire alarms must be installed in the warehouse, and the whole structure should be constructed of fire proof materials as far as possible.</p>
<p>Your items should also be safeguarded from the fluctuations of weather. Weather conditions, particularly humidity, can damage delicate articles having great aesthetic and historical worth, like paintings and antique furniture. If you have pharmaceuticals or hi tech appliances to store, then they must be shielded from extremes of temperature as well. The warehouse must be equipped with climate control technology to keep the atmospheric conditions at a desired level that is conducive to protection of your articles.</p>
<p>Your valuables also need to be protected from all kinds of pests. Pests are almost invisible and can cause irreversible harm to things like wooden furniture in a very short period. Hence pest control operations should be carried out regularly inside the warehouse by using pesticides and spraying disinfectants.</p>
<p>Lastly, the staff of the warehouse should be friendly and helpful. The staff will be chiefly responsible for loading-unloading and freighting of your goods, so if your goods are not taken care of properly in the transit and get damaged, then all the benefits provided by the storage lose their significance. Thus, the workers should be skilled in goods handling and should really care for your valuables.</p>
<p>Learn more about the best <a href="http://www.bigorange.com.sg">warehouse</a> facilities and find a good <a href="http://www.bigorange.com.sg">storage</a> space where the security of your important items is guaranteed.</p>
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		<title>Self Storage &#8211; How To Maximize Its Use</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Dec 2009 09:19:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Grace Wallas</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you are changing house or just want to clear the mess in your home, you can take help from a self-storage service to store away your articles conveniently and securely. But some factors have to be taken care of in order to make sure that everything works out well. Taking these considerations into account will ensure that you do not face any avoidable problem.</p>
<p>The first thing to consider before picking a self storage warehousing facility is its location. You have to see how well the location fits in your plans and far-flung locations should be ignored. The size of the area to rent is another aspect that requires deliberation as renting too much space will prove expensive and going with a cramped space might damage your articles.</p>
<p>Proper packaging of you items is another important consideration. Different items need different kinds of packaging as per their size, shape and fragility. Therefore, due care must be taken to handle all items according to their nature and avoid mixing of different types of goods.</p>
<p>The next aspect is related to the sensitivity of the items to the climate. In case your items require added care and protection from weather conditions like extremities in temperature and humidity, then one must go for self storage warehousing companies having climate control systems inside their units. They will cost more than the normal ones, but will ensure good care of your items.</p>
<p>The next thing to consider is the way you stack your boxes in the leased storage space. The articles that would be required frequently should be placed in the front, while cartons with glassware or porcelain inside them must be put at the top to avoid any breaking due to load.</p>
<p>The last thing to make sure so that the storing experience is comfortable and without any hiccups is to never store anything hazardous or even remotely flammable. The entire site of the self storage facility faces the risk of an accident from such materials; therefore self storage organizations disallow their storage.</p>
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		<title>The Requirements And Benefits Of Self Storage</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 19 Dec 2009 09:18:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Hillary Boyd</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>By making use of the novel self-storage concept, the problem of dearth of space inside one&#8217;s premises for storing necessary items is solved quite conveniently. This important service is provided by any good warehouse firm and has gained favour among both businesses and individuals.</p>
<p>Self storage can be of valuable help in several situations when you are in dire need of storage space. It is most required when you are shifting places, be it a home or an office. In the transition span, more often than not, a short-term safe storage is needed to hold your articles as you slowly make the shift and settle in your new address. It is in such situations that self storage comes to your rescue by providing space for temporary storage, much to your advantage.</p>
<p>Self-storage also caters to your temporary alternate storage requirements at the time of renovation of a place, i.e., when you have to temporarily store away your furniture for a short period till your place has been fully renovated and is ready to be used again.</p>
<p>You can also avail the self-storage facility to store items for a longer duration as well, and this could be when there are articles that may come to your use at a later time or which have great sentimental worth to you, but are taking much space in your home or office. A self storage warehouse near the house or office premises can be made use of in such cases to store your valuables. Thus you can keep your precious space inside your residence or office for other uses, while you can easily pull out the goods from the warehouse when you need them.</p>
<p>Self storage facilities secure their premises to avert any trespassing, and this ensures total safety of your possessions. Additionally, weather sensitive objects can be stored under temperature and moisture controlled environment offered by some self storage companies, to shield them from the damaging effects of extreme weather conditions inside the warehouse.</p>
<p>Self storage companies offer you the facility of easy storage and recovery of your goods. This gives you a lot of freedom and allows you to retrieve these items any time you want with no trouble.</p>
<p>You can use the self storage service by taking spaces on rent for any period of time and at rates that are quite reasonable. Such services are also a cost saving option as you can avoid buying larger offices or residences.</p>
<p>A self storage alternative is quite flexible and it can cater to a wide range of customers. These services therefore specialize in meeting your varied storage needs at inexpensive prices without you having to bother about anything in this regard.</p>
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		<dc:creator>Bella Madison</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Current warehousing facilities have become a very important part of both professional and personal lives of people. They have evolved so much that they can cater to all conceivable storage requirements not only effectively but also without any trouble to you.</p>
<p>No matter what your need is, there is a shape and size of self storage available for you. You won&#8217;t have to wait, and it is possible to upgrade your available space easily.</p>
<p>Quite a few self-storage units have the ability to provide storage on pallets, and can provide industrial roller shutter doors, internal units with access by two doors, and wide corridors. This would enable a forklift to be able to move and store large plant items.</p>
<p>With regards to security, any standard self storage facility would now certainly have CCTV camera. Managers and security guards can keep a check on the interiors of the warehouse through these cameras and can detect any movement of burglars trying to get in. Door alarms and electronic door access systems are also put in place which makes it very difficult for thieves to move inside the warehouse.</p>
<p>Save money by renting for a longer period of time. Always remember to negotiate and if they are unable to provide a discount on the price of a rental unit, try to obtain some extras. Perhaps they can offer free moving of your contents in the event that you have to upgrade to a larger unit; maybe they can throw in some storage shelves; or maybe they can offer a reduced rental rate or rental free periods. You can save lots of money by thinking and negotiating first. Get your negotiated deal in writing.</p>
<p>Searching online is a great way to locate current information on self storage warehouse space that is available where you live. Enter the keywords &#8220;self storage&#8221; on Google and the top ten businesses will be listed first.</p>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2009 07:32:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Carol Harris</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[People who are renovating their houses or moving out can use the self storage service. You can also avail the facility of self storage to ensure protection of your valuables before you go on a foreign trip. You have the alternative of selling off your items and purchasing new ones when you return from your long trip, but that is mostly an expensive proposition.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>People who are repairing their houses or moving out can make use of the self storage service. Before going on a foreign trip too you can keep your items safely in a self-storage unit. Selling your belongings off before the trip and buying new ones after returning would be a needless waste of money.</p>
<p>Furthermore, there are items like garden furniture that are seasonal and for a significant portion of the year they just take up a lot of space without fulfilling any purpose at all. You have two alternatives &#8211; either rent such items from the market for a short duration or buy them and store them in a self storage. The second option ends up being cheaper of the two.</p>
<p>Restoration of a house is required before any attempts are made to put it on the market, because a well maintained house develops a favourable impression in the minds of potential buyers. Higher bidding for your house is only achievable when it looks attractive to buyers because of a thorough renovation, and this is possible only when furniture that prevents it is placed in self storage.</p>
<p>Self storage also makes the move to a different house much easier as all that a family has to do is to unpack its belongings as they would already be kept packed at the self storage unit. The self storage option is far cheaper than the one where you dispose off old items of your house before leaving and purchase new items after settling in the new place.</p>
<p>Size of the items is not an issue when it comes to self storage and this is one of its most important advantages. Storage units come in various sizes to meet the customers&#8217; need, and anything from small mementoes to furniture can find its own place. With state of the art security equipments that go off at the slightest suspicious movement, the security of your valuables inside a self storage unit is also promised.</p>
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		<title>For What Reason Do Businesses Need Self Storage?</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2009 11:38:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Laura Lopez</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[All types of commercial enterprises can use self-storage for any number of reasons. They vary from providing a central location for territory distribution for a sales team to providing storage for warehousing store supplies and equipment. Let's look at the primary advantages and factors for commercial use of self-storage facilities.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style='font-style:italic' class='byline'>by Laura Lopez</div>
<p>All types of commercial enterprises can use self-storage for any number of reasons. They vary from providing a central location for territory distribution for a sales team to providing storage for warehousing store supplies and equipment. Let&#8217;s look at the primary advantages and factors for commercial use of self-storage facilities.</p>
<p>The advantages of Self Storage for Business:</p>
<p>Cost</p>
<p>1. Rental is on a monthly basis without an annual commitment required.</p>
<p>2. You don&#8217;t have to put up a big down payment or bond for storage facility rental.</p>
<p>3. The rental fees for self storage are similar to the price of office space.</p>
<p>4. It is better to use your office space to increase your income instead of for storage.</p>
<p>5. Shelving can be provided (at cost) to allow you to use your storage space more efficiently.</p>
<p>Security</p>
<p>1. Your mind will be put at ease thanks to the 24 hour security.</p>
<p>2. Your important papers are protected from fire at a storage site separate from the business.</p>
<p>3. You rent an individual unit and you have the keys.</p>
<p>Convenience:</p>
<p>1. Week-long extended hours availability so your storage is very convenient.</p>
<p>2. Storage is easier and faster due to the drive up roller door spaces.</p>
<p>3. Pallet deliveries can be received easily when you have a forklift on site.</p>
<p>4. To move your product around with ease, use a pallet jack or trolley.</p>
<p>Flexibility:</p>
<p>1. Every month you can store your items without the need for a lengthy notice of leave.</p>
<p>2. As your company evolves, it is possible to change your storage square footage to suit your needs.</p>
<p>3. Self Storage makes it easy to increase or decrease the size of your business.</p>
<p>How would a business use self storage?</p>
<p>1. Archival storage purposes</p>
<p>2. Storage for samples and products</p>
<p>3. Storage for sales equipment</p>
<p>4. Furniture and relocation storage</p>
<p>5. Storage for trade business, for example plumbers, builders, plasters</p>
<p>6. Storage for imports and exports</p>
<p>7. Storing stock overflow</p>
<p>8. Holiday and seasonal storage</p>
<p>All kinds of businesses, both large and small can benefit from the use of Self Storage. Business can have their storage needs met using Self Storage for a place that is secure, flexible, and convenient.</p>
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		<title>Securing Your Business With Self Storage</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2009 10:24:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Merryl Collins</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[People are often faced with cases where they want to purchase new things but have no room in their houses. They may even want to clear some items out of their homes just to make it more empty but are reluctant to sell those things. Such situations can be effectively handled by using the self storage service.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style='font-style:italic' class='byline'>by Merryl Collins</div>
<p>A wish to buy new items for the house without having ample empty space in the house to keep them is a scenario that most people encounter. They may even want to clear some things out of their homes just to make it more spacious but are disinclined to sell those things. Self storage is the solution for all these troubles.</p>
<p>In the self storage service, customers rent some storage space for a temporary period of time to keep essential items they do not want to get rid of permanently.</p>
<p>Many personal items have some emotional associations attached to them and so these items can&#8217;t be just disposed off to make space. Then there are items that might be useless in the present but which you might be frantically searching for in the future. You are thus stuck in a situation where your desire to purchase new items is thwarted by the existence of old items that take up much of your home space. Self storage companies are doing excellent business because of these everyday problems.</p>
<p>Latest self storage units are provided with state of the art security for the customers&#8217; assets. Technological surveillance systems like door alarms and security cameras make sure that you don&#8217;t have to spend sleepless nights thinking over the protection of your valuables.</p>
<p>Things like artwork, paintings etc need more than just security to survive the ravages of time. They require appropriate conditioning and safety from the climate. That is why most self storage facilities also have weather proof technology to protect your items. Even wooden items and fabrics of all kinds and makes can be safely stored inside these units. In fact, they are also regularly treated with pesticides to ensure protection from bugs and termites.</p>
<p>With self-storage services by your side, you can be certain that your items are tucked away safely and in excellent condition so that they stay perfectly usable even after years of storage.</p>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2009 09:06:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Randy Griffin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The warehouse is the most important part of the distribution system. The warehouse is the most important storage facility because this is where the products are brought, stored, packaged and then shipped out from to the various clients you distribute too. Keep your business running at its best, by carefully tracking your constantly changing inventory. You do not want to create a nightmare for yourself financially or in customer services, so it is important to cut down on the number of mistakes made in the management of your warehouse.]]></description>
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<p>The warehouse is the most important part of the distribution system. The warehouse is the most important storage facility because this is where the products are brought, stored, packaged and then shipped out from to the various clients you distribute too. Keep your business running at its best, by carefully tracking your constantly changing inventory. You do not want to create a nightmare for yourself financially or in customer services, so it is important to cut down on the number of mistakes made in the management of your warehouse.</p>
<p>To maximize your warehouse efficiency, you should use operational techniques capable of optimizing your inventory and shipping operations while keeping your productivity high.</p>
<p>As your business matures, you have to make sure that you don&#8217;t fall into a routine that becomes ineffective and outdated. It should be a priority to perform a regular review of your operational practices and to make adjustments as necessary. You should primarily focus on high productivity with no delays, preventing backup in the warehouse. Be sure that any potential problems that may cause processing to take longer are resolved. In this way you will maximize space within the warehouse, reduce the cost of operations, and improve the quality of service.</p>
<p>Employees must be trained to provide a specific level of productivity that delivers consistent, positive results and improves the quality of service.</p>
<p>Allowing some flexibility in your warehouse standards is a good idea because they can change as the demands of the business and the functions of the employees change. Allowing your standards to change as your demands change makes your business run more effectively, rather just adhering to standards that are written down on a piece of paper. You can get a lot of ideas for how to better your operation procedures in the future if you can encourage feedback from and between your workers.</p>
<p>It is essential to review productivity reports to determine how effective your warehouse system is. These reports will give you an idea of the strengths and weaknesses of your warehouse operation.</p>
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