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Mads reinforces a 40-foot shipping container workshop by installing steel angle iron and spreader plates to support a CNC hoist.2:59 He uses a magnetic drill to bore holes for the steel components and a 3.25-inch forged eye bolt.3:10 To insulate the 16-foot office section, he applies spray foam to the walls and ceiling, followed by R15 rockwool batts.6:34 He chooses OSB over drywall for the interior ceiling and walls to prevent cracking during potential future transport of the container.11:38 A drywall lift assists in positioning the OSB sheets, which he secures with coarse-thread drywall screws.11:29 To manage condensation and future electrical modifications, he plans to run all wiring on the interior surface of the walls rather than behind the insulation.18:31 He defers floor insulation to mitigate potential damage from hurricane-related flooding.18:13 The project concludes with plans to frame a standard double-door opening and install unistrut for future utility mounting.19:28

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