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It may be the most addictive substance on earth but it’s all perfectly legal and extremely useful. We’re talking about bubble wrap, the sheets of plastic packaging which contain tiny air cushions that prevent your belongings from breaking while they’re in transit and in storage. It’s also an iconic product, known for the pleasure people take in popping it after they finish cushioning their belongings. We’re all about storage at A.B. Richards. We’re experts and we can rent you the portable storage units you need for just about any purpose. We’d like to share some of our knowledge about bubble wrap, because, let’s face it, you’ve probably always wondered how this unique product came into being. So we’re going to provide you with the history of bubble wrap as a public service to plastic poppers everywhere!

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We live in a world that’s become mostly computerized, but there are still very important reasons to hold onto important documents. It could be personal papers, business records or even old letters or historical documents that you want to keep. Whatever it is, you want to make sure you’re storing them properly.  At A.B. Richards, we’re experts in storage. Our expert sales staff will help you choose the right portable storage containers for your needs and we’ll deliver it to you and pick it up. We know that these documents can be some of your most important possessions, so we want to offer you some tips on storing them.

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There are few things that can cause more packing and storage worries than furniture. Your home or workplace furnishings can be some of your most valuable possessions and they can also have the greatest sentimental value – so you want them protected. Damaging furniture during packing and storing can be costly if items have to be replaced, or can make areas of your home or office look shabby once items are unpacked. A.B. Richards knows how important your furniture is to you – that’s why to have portable storage containers for rent that are durable. They’re made of 14-gauge steel, which can support a maximum gross weight of 44,800 pounds. They’re also weather proof and secured by a high-quality lock. We’re committed to providing safe storage for your belongings, so we want to give you some tips on packing and storing your furniture right.

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Every year it happens way too fast. Summer is suddenly ending, September is upon us and it is time to get ready for fall and winter. In addition to the logistical headaches that always come from back-to-school and returning to work from vacation, swapping out you and your family’s summer clothing for fall and winter clothing is always a big project. It’s not something you should do without planning. Your summer clothes may be in storage for at least six months and you want to make sure that they’re in excellent condition when they come out of winter storage. At A.B. Richards, we know how difficult storage can be and we can make it easier with our portable storage containers. We also want to give you some ideas about how to store your seasonal clothes to make the process easier when it’s time to unpack them.

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Your kids may not want to hear this and some adults might groan as well, but it’s back-to-school time. Starting a school year is no small undertaking. There are logistical problems to work out like finding out what time the big yellow bus will arrive. You want to make sure the family has school-appropriate clothes. Lunches must be made or you’ll need to buy them. And of course, you’re going to need all sorts of supplies. That also means they have to be stored somewhere. Storage is key to getting a handle returning to school and A.B. Richards can help. We want to tell you how our portable storage containers can help you get organized for the school year. After all, it’s a long way until June.

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President Calvin Coolidge once famously said, “The chief business of the American people is business.” And he wasn’t kidding. There are more than 28 million businesses in America, according to the Small Business Administration and with that much competition, you want to make sure things are running smoothly. That means keeping your office organized. But as your business grows, you may not always have the space to do that properly. A.B. Richards is committed to helping you organize an office. We can rent you portable storage containers that will help you with all of your storage needs and we will deliver them straight to your business. We also want you to know how to keep your office organized using our portable storage units.

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Americans like to pick sides in arguments. Whether you’re talking about choosing between chocolate, vanilla or strawberry ice cream or arguing who’d win a battle between Batman, Superman or Spider-Man, we all have an opinion. One area where you could run into a variety of opinions is the disagreement over packing boxes for storage. There are several popular methods people use for packing. Three choices are bubble wrap, packing peanuts or newspaper. A.B. Richards isn’t going to tell you what to choose, but we’re going to let you know the pros and cons of each of these methods. There may be disagreement about how to pack boxes, but we’re the clear choice when it comes to storage. Our portable storage containers can help you get organized whether you need it for home or a business.

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At A.B. Richards, we’re all about keeping you organized. We’ll help you find the portable storage containers that are right for you for no matter what you want to pack. We have the products you need and we’ll deliver them when you need them and pick them up when you’re done. What you put inside your storage units is up to you. But we want to let you know that while our containers will help you eliminate clutter and bring more order to your home or business, it’s just as important to organize what you put inside our containers. That means labeling boxes that you store. Here are a few tips about the importance of labeling boxes so you can stay on top of everything you store.

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If you own a hotel, you know your business is more than just a place to get a good night’s sleep. Hotels are often a venue for all types of events, from weddings to trade shows to corporate meetings. In order to run a successful hotel, you often have to be all things to all people. That can make your operations tricky, particularly in the area of storage. One day you may be setting up tables for a formal reception, the next day you may need an overhead screen and a podium for a business presentation. You need to stay organized and have easy access to furniture and other accessories that you need for any type of office event. I any event you need a storage container rental company to help. A. B. Richards has portable storage units you need to be able to set up whatever your guests require. [Read more…] about Using Storage Containers to House Hotel Event Furniture

We’re at the height of summer. It’s the time of year where everyone is either looking for a place to cool down or planning activities that involve fun in the sun. One type of business that does both is a beachfront hotel. If you own one of these hotels, you depend on seasonal business and know that this is the most critical time of the year. It’s possible you might not even be open during the winter. You need to be ready and that means you need to be organized. Your business has to store all of the beach equipment you need that makes your hotel unique plus all of the items you need to make it run smoothly. A.B. Richards can help make this happen. We have portable storage containers that will give you easy access to what you need inside and outside of your hotel.

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