What Industries Use Container Dome Shelters?

Container dome shelters are carefully engineered structures that Australian businesses across a range of different industries rely on every day. We’ve been building these structures since 2014, and we’ve seen just about every possible use you can imagine. From remote mining sites to busy ports on the coast, these shelters solve real problems for real businesses and their staff. Let’s explore exactly what industries use container dome shelters and why they’re choosing them over traditional structures.

Mining, Oil & Gas

Mining companies are some of our biggest customers, and for good reason. When you’re setting up operations in places like the Pilbara, where the nearest hardware store is 500 kilometres away, you need shelter solutions that reliably work from day one, long into the future. 

We’ve put up shelters for everything from storing large excavators worth millions to creating proper workshops where mechanics can service equipment without getting rained on.

One of our recent projects was for one of WA’s largest Lithium Sites to store their off-spec material. This custom-built, wide-span shelter – measuring 30 metres in width and 68 metres in length – provided the customer with a fully enclosed space for loading and unloading materials. The shelter was the perfect solution by offering critical protection from the intense heat and occasional dust storms common to the region.

Commercial & Industrial

Manufacturers and other commercial and industrial businesses choose container domes because they can expand their workspace without going through months of council approvals (in some cases, but not all – you must check your local council requirements for more information).

Recently, we worked with an agricultural machinery company in Queensland that needed extra assembly space during their busy season and additional storage space year-round. They got their shelter set up in two days, thanks in large part to our base rail system, which makes installation quicker and easier. Our system creates a proper watertight seal in shelters, so there’s never water damage to worry about, or the insurance claims that could come along with such damage.

Agriculture & Rural

Farmers have been some of our most creative and appreciative customers. We’ve built shelters for everything from protecting prize bulls to storing hay bales and housing expensive harvesters. Just last year, we helped a dairy farmer in Victoria who was losing thousands of dollars worth of feed to weather damage. We put up three interconnected shelters that now keep 500 tonnes of feed bone dry year-round. The farmer says the shelter paid for itself in the first wet season.

What agricultural and rural property owners really appreciate is how quickly they or we can get the shelters set up (we offer installation services, or you can DIY this part). Harvest season waits for no one, and if you need equipment protection, we know you need it immediately. Our installation crews work hard and fast during critical times because we understand what’s at stake.

Civil & Construction

Construction sites are tough environments. Contractors need storage solutions that can handle the constant movement of heavy equipment and withstand whatever conditions the weather brings. We’ve supplied shelters for major highway projects where the construction crews needed secure storage along with office space. On one job in New South Wales, our shelters housed it all from welding equipment to multiple site offices.

Our Twistlock mounting system is brilliant for construction sites because it means no welding permits, no paperwork, and no delays. Time is money in construction, and anything that saves time, saves money.

Ports & Logistics

Coastal environments are brutal on equipment because the salt spray rapidly deteriorates most materials. But our galvanised steel frames and industrial-grade covers are built to handle it. Port operators often use our shelters to protect cargo from weather and provide secure storage for valuable equipment. The modular design means they can reconfigure their storage as shipping patterns change over time, allowing portside businesses to adapt operations with agility. 

Defence

When defence organisations need shelter solutions, they need them to work perfectly every time. There’s no room for equipment failure. Our engineer-certified designs meet all the strict standards required for defence applications, and our rapid deployment capability fits perfectly with military operational requirements.

Waste Management & Environmental

Waste management operations need specialised solutions, and our design team works closely with these clients to create shelters that handle unique requirements like ventilation systems and chemical resistance, as well as spaces that can be effectively set up to protect workers from hazardous conditions.

Why We’re Different

After more than a decade in this business, we’ve learned that what matters most isn’t just building a shelter but understanding what our customers actually need and delivering it reliably every time. We’re a family business based on the Sunshine Coast, but we work Australia-wide. Our 10-year structural warranty and 20-year UV warranty give you rock solid peace of mind. They’re based on our confidence in our high calibre Australian manufacturing and engineering. We stand behind what we build because we know it’s built right.

Understanding what industries use container dome shelters helps you see the versatility of these structures. Whether you’re protecting million-dollar mining equipment or keeping livestock comfortable, the right shelter solution can make all the difference to your operation. Contact our experienced team today for help with solving your shelter needs with reliable, Australian-made solutions.