Container Covers

A Simple and Practical Roofing Solution

Please note we do not supply the containers

WHY CHOOSE STEEL FOR CONTAINER COVER SYSTEMS?

A container cover provides a simple and practical roofing solution for business and industrial use. Steel allows unused space between shipping containers to be transformed into functional covered areas such as storage zones or workspaces. Because the structure requires no interior beams or trusses, the result is a completely open span that can be configured to suit a wide range of operational needs.

HOW A CONTAINER COVER WORKS

A container cover is mounted to two shipping containers (customer supplied) using our mounting plates. The containers then act as the walls of the structure. This arched roofing system is able to provide coverage and protection for anything you choose to house underneath it. Often, people decide to convert their container covers into garages, storage buildings, workshops, and a variety of other commercial applications.

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If you require a more secure and closed space, optional end walls are available. This will create a more traditional metal structure. Additional accessories that can be added include skylights, man doors, shipping doors, ventilation, and insulation.

A How-To for Container Covers

Our straight-wall Container Covers are designed for fast, efficient installation. Each kit includes the engineered roofing structure and project-specific drawings. Because attachment requirements vary by site, container setup, and local code, the connection to containers or other supports must be designed by your local engineer or qualified professional. Mounting plates are not included unless specifically identified in the order documents.

The whole staff at Toro that I had occasion to work with were very conscientious in following up on the inevitable details in the design, ordering, shipping and delivery of the building. I am very satisfied with Toro as a company.

John Finch

Varying Sizes to
Accommodate Your Needs

Our container covers are available in a variety of widths. We have systems available in 20’, 25’, 30’, 35’, 40’, 45’, 50’, 55’, and 60’ widths, and they can be created to be any length. This ensures that no matter the scope of your project, you have the right size container cover for the job. An outside mount is an available option. You can also choose from an arch style or straight wall style container cover.

All of our roofing systems are coated with Galvalume PlusTM to provide you with excellent rust protection, and each system has been engineered to accommodate the weather, including heavy rains and snow loads.

If you are interested in purchasing a container cover, contact an expert at Toro Steel to discuss your needs and get a quote for your project.

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FAQs ABOUT STEEL CONTAINER COVERS

Can container covers be expanded or customized later?

Yes. Many container cover systems are modular, allowing you to expand the covered space or add optional features like insulation, end walls, skylights, or ventilation to meet evolving needs.

Do I need a special foundation for a container cover project?

The cover mounts primarily to your shipping containers, so the foundation mainly concerns how the containers themselves are supported. Containers should be level, square, and properly spaced for reliable assembly.

What are common uses for steel container covers?

Container covers provide versatile shelter for covered parking, equipment storage, shaded work areas, outdoor workshops, and other functional spaces between shipping containers.

What styles of container covers are available?

Toro Steel offers both arch-style and straight-wall container covers. Arch roofs are ideal for efficient load distribution, while straight-wall designs maximize usable vertical space between the containers.

Can I install a container cover myself?

Many customers choose to install their container covers themselves. These systems are designed with clear assembly instructions and pre-engineered components for straightforward installation. However, you can also work with a contractor if preferred.

Are container covers engineered for local building codes and loads?

Yes. Toro Steel Buildings container cover systems are engineered to accommodate local conditions, including snow loads and rain, providing structural integrity and reliability for the region where they’ll be installed.

Do Toro Steel Buildings container covers include the shipping containers?

No. Toro Steel container covers are sold as roofing systems only. Customers must supply their own shipping containers, which serve as the structural base for the cover.

What are steel container covers and how do they work?

Steel container covers are engineered roofing systems designed to mount on top of two existing shipping containers, with the containers acting as the support walls. The cover creates a sheltered, open space between them for storage, workshops, parking, and other uses.

Do the containers need to be on a concrete slab?

No, they don’t. But the containers need to be orientated so that they are level and square in relation to each other.

Are the container covers weather-resistant?

Yes. They are designed for outdoor use to help protect anything beneath the covers from the elements. Because they are built out of metal, they will withstand everything from snow and ice to wind and fire. We even offer a 40-year rust perforation warranty on our container covers.

Can I use multiple kits in a row to create a longer space?

Our container covers can be designed for whatever length you need. However, it is also possible to attach multiple kits. You can line up as many container cover kits in a row as you need, provided you have enough shipping containers to attach them to. You can then connect them end-to-end.

What sizes do the container covers come in?

Our container covers are designed to attach to two shipping containers and can be customized at any length. As for width, we offer a variety of options, including 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55 up to 60 feet.