Trachte History - 1970s

Trachte enters the self-storage industry by pioneering one of the first all-steel mini-warehouses in the country. The first mini storage building sold is located in Green Bay, WI. The structure is composed of angle iron framing.

Trachte Metal Buildings Company changes its name to Trachte Building Systems, Inc.

Trachte sells its first mini storage building outside the United States. The facility is located in Edmonton, Canada.

Robert Trachte retires as President. As son of founder Arthur Trachte, he is the last Trachte family member to be involved in the company's operation.

The company sells its first two-story mini storage building. The facility is located in Glendale, California.