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In 1956, Malcolm McLean revolutionized the global shipping industry with his invention of the shipping container. By standardizing the size of these containers and enabling them to be used interchangeably with ships, chassis, and handling equipment, the time and cost of shipping drastically decreased. According to the Economist magazine, “the shipping container has been more of a driver of globalization than all trade agreements in the past 50 years together.”
Today there are various types of standard shipping containers available on the market. The original 20’ and 40’ shipping container dry vans remain two of the most widely used types for carrying dry freight worldwide. In fact, it is estimated that more than 80% of traded goods worldwide are shipped by sea in these containers.
Today there are various types of standard shipping containers available on the market. The original 20’ and 40’ shipping container dry vans remain two of the most widely used types for carrying dry freight worldwide. In fact, it is estimated that more than 80% of traded goods worldwide are shipped by sea in these containers.
When choosing which type of container is best for your requirements it is important to understand each type’s benefits and limitations. Knowing this information will help ensure you make an informed decision about which container is right for you.
Dry van shipping containers are the most commonly seen type of shipping container and are used to transport all sorts of goods from one location to another. They come in different lengths, heights, and door configurations, allowing for maximum versatility when it comes to various applications.
Dry storage containers offer an efficient way of transporting cargo. They range from double doors at one or both ends. This guarantees safe and secure transport.
These are standard shipping containers that often feature two doors that can be securely closed. These containers are the go-to choice for goods transportation via sea, land, or rail. They can also serve as great storage solutions.
For quick loading and unloading, you might consider a dry van shipping container with double doors on each end – otherwise known as a tunnel container. This type of container is much like the standard shipping container except for having double doors on both ends which makes it incredibly useful.
Many standard shipping containers can also be made into High cubes. These containers are 9 feet 6 inches high, a full foot higher than the standard 8 feet 6 inches. The additional vertical space and less confined feeling make them ideal for modifications and building.
Reefers, also known as refrigerated ISO shipping containers, are insulated shipping containers that are used to transport temperature-sensitive cargo. Featuring a refrigeration system built into the bulkhead wall and with temperature control, these units make it easy to keep your cargo at its desired temperature.
Reefers come in two variations: non-working and working.
Working refrigerated shipping containers are specially designed to keep food and other goods at the ideal temperature for transport. These insulated containers are made to maintain temperatures
between -15°F and 60°F, making them useful for both frozen goods or products that need to stay chilled. They can be used as extra cold
storage or attached to a chassis to facilitate easy transportation.
Insulated non-working refrigerated shipping containers are refrigerated containers that no longer have a working refrigeration unit. These are usually used to store goods that do not require a cooling unit. These containers feature double doors on one end, providing easy access to the stored materials inside. They are also referred to as insulated containers or non-operating reefer containers (NOR).
Specialty shipping containers are designed to carry cargo that is of an unusual size or form, such as oversized machinery or liquids. These customized container solutions provide a solution for any specialized shipping requirement.
Flat Rack shipping containers (collapsible and non-collapsible) offer versatile transportation solutions for bulky or heavy cargo. They are typically made with a wall at the front and back that is fixed or collapsible but can also be acquired without walls and these are sometimes called platform containers. Flat rack shipping containers are perfect for oversized loads that do not fit in conventional dry van containers.
A side-access container has two bi-fold doors or additional double doors on one side of the unit instead of a solid wall. This allows for quick and easy access to whatever is stored inside. Open-side containers can be opened in sections or fully opened, making them the perfect choice for those looking for flexible storage solutions. The open-side container is also known as a full-side access container or a side-opening storage container.
Open-top shipping containers are ideal for storing or transporting unusually large or tall cargo that would be difficult to put inside a standard steel container. They have an overhead tarpaulin roof cover and removable roof bows to the tarp in place. The open top makes it easier to load and unload goods with the help of a crane, making it more efficient than your typical dry van.
A 20’ Duo-Con shipping container is designed to be split in half to create two 10-foot containers. The container is built with 8 additional corner castings welded in the middle of the container. Once the container is cut in half the 2 supplied metal end wall panels are welded to each container to seal up the two 10’ containers. By shipping the 10’ containers as 20’ containers we can load them with cargo in Asia for shipping to North America, which offsets the repositioning costs.
Tank containers, also referred to as intermodal ISO tanks, are special stainless steel shipping containers that can be used for the transport of liquids, gases, or powders. They can accommodate hazardous and non-hazardous products due to the anti-corrosive properties of the stainless steel tanks. The tanks are mounted in a steel frame that meets ISO dimensions for a 20’ shipping container.
Shipping container chassis are trailers specially designed to transport shipping containers. They vary in length and number of axles. The most common size is a 40’ chassis. It can carry a 40’ or 40’ high cube shipping container as well as 20’ shipping containers. Other lengths include 40’ extendable chassis, 45’ chassis, and 53’ chassis.
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On-Site Storage Solutions offers a wide range of quality containers, from dry vans to refrigerated and specialized containers. We have the perfect option for you, no matter the size or purpose – and at unbeatable prices! So, whether you need it for transporting cargo, storing goods, or another project – our selection is sure to have what you need.
On-Site Storage Solutions provides rental shipping containers at the lowest rates, starting from only $99 a month. We also offer a rent-to-own option in partnership with My Container Rental, with flexible payment plans available for up to 24 months.
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