Refurbishment at HCM: a second life for old containers
At Hacon Container Modifications, we believe in craftsmanship, sustainability, and making the most of existing materials. Our refurbishment program is a perfect example of this. We started out refurbishing standard containers and small tanks, but now we also work on generators, flat racks, ISO tanks, cabinets, and even complete living containers. In short: if we can give it a new lease of life, we will.
What does refurbishment entail at HCM?
At HCM, refurbishment means that we turn old, used containers into neat and fully functional products. This extends the service life of these containers by often as much as 5 to 10 years. It is a sustainable solution that is not only good for the environment, but also for our customers' wallets. Containers do not have to be destroyed or replaced, but are made as good as new.
From repair to complete upgrade
The requests we receive vary greatly: from replacing a bar hatch to completely refurbishing a living container. Sometimes it's just a matter of spraying a container, sometimes it's the whole package. Refurbishment therefore encompasses a wide range of activities for us: welding, electrical engineering, interior work, woodworking, and, of course, preservation. We do this with a team of around 20 specialists, each with their own area of expertise: welders, sprayers, electricians, interior workers, and more. A real club of handymen.
De kracht van samenwerking
Een refurbishmentproject begint altijd met een grondige inspectie: wat is de staat van de container, wat zijn de wensen van de klant en wat is er technisch en esthetisch nodig om het product weer helemaal in orde te maken? We communiceren hier transparant over en stemmen alles vooraf af, inclusief foto's en prijsindicaties. Zodra alles duidelijk is, plannen we de werkzaamheden in en zorgen we ervoor dat alles soepel verloopt.
The spray shed as the final piece
Although refurbishment at HCM involves much more than just spray painting, the spray booth often plays an important role in the end result. Here, parts and entire containers are given a new coat of paint. This can be standard colors, but also specific company colors when, for example, an entire container fleet changes its corporate identity. Thanks to good preparation and an efficient working method, we can work quickly and neatly. And that is reflected in the result.
Practical examples
We are particularly proud of our larger projects, such as refurbishing entire living containers that are used worldwide as canteens, kitchens, changing rooms, or warehouses for groups of people. These projects bring together all of our areas of expertise: from construction and interior design to electrical work and finishing touches. We also provide added value for container fleets. While we spray them in a new color, we immediately carry out the necessary maintenance and make upgrades where possible.
Sustainable into the future
Refurbishment and sustainability in general are really important to us. By giving used containers a second life, we are actively contributing to a circular economy. We are therefore constantly looking at ways to make our processes more sustainable and improve them. This ensures that we can continue to refurbish containers in the future in a way that is consistent with the quality and responsibility we stand for.
Would you like to know more about what refurbishment can do for your container? Feel free to contact Youri 't Mannetje, our Refurbishment Coordinator, or one of our other specialists at HCM.
