SICBS is raising $2M in equity (and up to $1M via debt) as our business explodes—$240M pipeline and several key projects closing—for salespeople, equipment, production space, and operating cash.

Rory Rubin is interviewed on the CEO BROS.

Rory Rubin was interviewed by Dave Cooper Live 11.12.25

When most people think about removing an old home or structure, demolition comes to mind—big machines, dust, and debris heading straight to the landfill. But there’s a better way to do it: deconstruction.

Rory Rubin, the CEO of S.I. Container Builds, was interviewed by HBR

Rory Rubin, a Crain’s notable leader in sustainability two years in a row—2024 & 2025.

SICBS’ First Halloween Kickoff Party Was a Spooky Success.

The facility will meet the additional goal of environmental sustainability — it will be constructed out of shipping containers, courtesy of the Buffalo Grove-based S.I. Container Builds Inc.

Rory Rubin, CEO of SI Container Builds, breaks down how steel-framed, factory-built homes and multifamily can be ~50% faster to deliver and ~10% less expensive than traditional site-built.

WGN recent visit to SI Container Builds, who are doing remarkable things with used containers (40’x8′) and turning them into affordable housing.

Shipping containers aren’t just for global trade anymore — they’ve become one of the most stylish and sustainable ways to create functional spaces right in your backyard.

In this Investor Fuel podcast episode, Rory Rubin discusses the challenges and opportunities in the real estate and construction industry, particularly focusing on affordable housing solutions using shipping containers.

On September 25, 2025, Chicago officially passed the ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) bill — and it’s a game changer.

Out of 315 nominees, S.I. Container Builds of Buffalo Grove, IL has been selected as one of the Top 100 Finalists still in the running for the 24th annual Chicago Innovation Awards.

Shipping container homes are a powerful example of resilient, sustainable design. SICBS’ steel structures make them naturally fire-resistant, and with proper insulation and thoughtful siting, they are incredibly durable against weather extremes—from heavy storms to heatwaves.

We invite you to visit our warehouse for a tour. See firsthand how SICBS can help you build faster, stronger, greener—and most importantly—more profitably.

Across the United States, a quiet revolution is happening in housing policy. From rural towns to urban centers, communities are rewriting zoning codes to allow for smaller homes, “missing middle” and modular housing, and the elimination of parking mandates. The goal? To create housing that is more affordable, more sustainable, and better for human well-being.

Boaters from Chicago and around the Great Lakes now have a modern mooring facility in the heart of Chicago.

Shipping container homes have become a popular housing alternative thanks to their durability, modern design potential, and eco-conscious appeal. But before you start dreaming about open floor plans and rooftop patios, there’s one crucial element to understand first: the foundation.

In a metropolitan area like Chicago, construction generates significant emissions. Shipping container homes reuse existing materials, reducing the carbon footprint of new build.