Perth Storage News

Guinness World Records Confirmed Smallest Caravan   There have been questions whether the QTvan owned by Yannick Reed is really the smallest caravan. Now, Guinness World Records has finally confirmed it! Manufactured by the Environmental Transport Association and measured in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, the QTvan measures 2.39 metres in length, 1.53 metres in height and 0.79 metres in width. Despite its size, the owner said the small caravan is surprisingly comfortable; he’s been towing it to parks and spending his mini-breaks in it. He said people are amused by seeing him do it and now plans to make other “smallest” related [...]

The Growth of the Self-Storage Industry in Australia Image Credit: Scott Meyers, CC BY 2.0 Caption: People in Australia are seeing self storage as a cost-effective and convenient solution to storing their belongings and valuables. Forty years ago, self storage was an alien concept in Australia, but since its introduction into the country in the 1970s, the industry has continued to develop and, from the early 1990s onwards, has continued to grow rapidly. The market is made up of smaller and larger operators, and the growth of the sector has seen a diverse range of options, including mobile self-storage options [...]

A Preview of an Impressive Line-Up at the Brisbane Boat Show   The addition of new model boats, including pedal-powered and inflatable fishing kayaks, locally built offshore aluminium boats and imported fibreglass centre console rigs from the largest names in the marine industry, will make this year’s Brisbane Boat Show even more diverse. The additions follow a flotilla of new models already foreshadowed for the show as well as new engines, fishing gear and electronics. The Manufacturers and Their Entries Stacer is set to display their Ocean Ranger 679 Hardtop for the first time at a show in south-east Queensland. [...]

5 New Self-Storage Automation Trends   Since recovering from the recession, self-storage companies have looked to expense management as a main driver of profitability. At the same time, finding ways to get occupancy rate and increasing market share have been a major industry challenge. As self-serve solutions have become increasingly effective, many operators have deployed automated tools to help cut operational costs, generate revenue and improve customer satisfaction. Here are 5 automation trends that are now helping self-storage operators attain success. The Convenience Craze Easing the way of doing business with self-storage facilities became an industry-wide objective in 2013. As [...]

Why keep your boat in a self-storage facility? The most obvious place to store a small yacht or dinghy when you are not using it is at the marina from where you usually set sail. However, the most obvious solution is not always the best one so read on to find out why a Perth boat storage facility on dry land could be a much better alternative than a harbour especially designed for the purpose. Cost – berth holder fees at popular marinas in desirable locations can be astronomical and even the most humble of harbours for leisure craft are [...]

How to Store Your Car While Overseas When travelling abroad for a few weeks or months, one of the biggest concerns is the safety of your vehicle. Seeing as you can’t just leave your automobile at home, seeking other alternatives comes highly recommended. Indoors vs. Outdoors If you don’t have a friend or family member’s home to leave your car at, one of the best solutions is renting some self-storage. This is because indoor environments are a lot more suitable for the task of keeping vehicles than outdoor ones primarily because they’re away from the elements. Indoor settings are also: [...]

3 Reasons to Use Remote Document Storage Facilities If your firm has to keep paperwork documenting its activity over a number of years for legal reasons, it is well worth thinking about sending older documents that are rarely accessed to a remote storage facility. There are several good reasons for doing so, 3 of the most important of which I have listed below for your consideration. More space in your offices – the cost of renting commercial properties is rocketing in many parts of Australia, especially in large cities, so the less room that is taken up with filing cabinets [...]