When you’re deciding what type of portable shelter is right for you, it’s important to anticipate things that might present a challenge depending on where your shelter is. At this time of year, we’re busy doing estimates for insurance companies to replace damaged and collapsed shelters that couldn’t withstand the winter weather, so we thought […]
Farmers and gardening enthusiasts who live in the Pacific Northwest no doubt already know some of the benefits of using a poly greenhouse compared to traditional farming, but there may be some advantages you’re not aware of. Find out the top five reasons why you should consider growing in a poly greenhouse and what makes […]
As winter approaches, you may be getting ready for the more challenging weather conditions it brings. Depending on where you are in Canada, that may mean a lot of snow and ice! Whether you’ve got a Slip Tube custom shelter or some other type of commercial shelter or shed, there are a few important things […]
At this time of year when the weather turns wet and cold and construction and roadwork winds down, Slip Tube gets calls from companies that need to store large, heavy trucks and equipment. Also, trucking companies with a fleet of concrete trucks or semi-trailers look for convenient ways to park them in inclement weather in […]
There are always good reasons why some products reach the apex of popularity among buyers. Like the three most sought after Slip Tube products we sell; they are reliable, affordable and adaptable to a wide range of uses for all types of buyers. A Shelter, a Shed, a Structure or a Building? Customers have […]
You are probably too busy enjoying the summer on the boat or on the road with your RV to think how you will put it away for the season. But don’t forget that fall and winter elements will soon be sneaking up on your cherished boats, RVs., cars, trucks and trailers. Water Whether it seeps […]
At Slip Tube we design and build our shelters with a harsh North American climate in mind. We use strong domestic steel, and manufacture our sheds, shelters, and greenhouses with the right engineering specs to stand up to tough weather conditions. We do all this because we know how devastating it can be when a […]
Searching for a 14 x 20 shed, or something a little more substantial? Looking to set up a shelter on a small lot and concerned about size? Need extra width to accommodate specialized equipment or vehicles? Slip Tube has you covered. Slip Tube’s in-house custom manufacturing process allows us to build sheds, shelters and greenhouses […]
When you buy a Slip Tube custom shelter, you’re getting a structure that’s up to national building standards. We have many competitors and imitators, but buyer beware: what may look like a good deal on paper can be a recipe for disaster, especially when you’re installing your portable shelter in an extreme climate, like those […]
Greenhouses are an important tool for many growers, from hobby gardeners to larger farming operations. While traditional gardening can be great for backyards and certain hardy crops, greenhouses provide numerous advantages over traditional farming and gardening. These advantages are largely the result of greenhouses enabling growers to create an enclosed micro-climate for their plants, and […]
Temporary greenhouse structures and portable sheds and shelters are convenient and cost-effective for a variety of commercial, agricultural, and personal uses. But out-of-the-box, prefabricated structures can only go so far — for some purposes, customization is preferable, or even required. At Slip Tube, we build all of our structures in-house, to exactly meet our customers’ […]
In comparing custom built sheds made from local building materials to those produced overseas, price is often the main issue that gets brought up. It’s often true that building materials such as steel and polyvinyl are cheaper when purchased from offshore manufacturers, but as the saying goes, you get what you pay for. At Slip […]