Thursday 13 September 2012

Shipping Container Capacity/Weights

Shipping containers, no matter where you find them in the world, are designed and built to standard sizes. This makes packing them with goods, loading them on ships, and transporting them around the world incredible efficient. More specifically, container manufacturers adhere to ISO (International Standards Organization) regulations with respect to size, materials, and production processes. That being said, there are some variations that you’ll find in the market place.

When discussing shipping containers, the primary metric used is the length, specifically the external length. The primary sizes of containers used in shipping are either 20ft or 40ft long. Once the length is determined, the second metric is the height of the shipping container. Originally, containers were manufactured to be 8’ 6” tall. However, in recent years many shipping lines have opted to transport with taller containers called “high cubes”. High cubes are one foot taller, making them 9’ 6”. The width is the one measurement that remains relatively constant at 8ft. The only variation in width is with some European containers that are 2.5 meters wide.

Weight capacity of shipping containers is also standardized, while allowing variations related to the length.

Read more about shipping container weights and payloads.

Thursday 6 September 2012

Shipping and Storage Container Auctions in Memphis, Tennessee

ContainerAuction.com hosts online auctions for shipping and storage containers, and next week they have great offers starting on 20’ containers located in Memphis, Tennessee.

These containers are in great condition and can be used for shipping and transportation, storage, or a container home or other modification project.

They are all built to the following specifications:
  • 30 Ton tested
  • RAL 1015 (light ivory)
  • Plywood Floors,
  • Lock box and high locking gear
  • All units inspected on the line to ensure high quality units provided

 If you’re looking for winter storage, a modular housing conversion project, or adding additional square footage to your property that’s quick and affordable, cargo containers are a great option to consider. Cargo containers durable, cost effective, easy to purchase and install, and most importantly highly secure. Since they are designed for international shipping everything that goes into a container is designed with the intent of portability and security. Anything that you lock up inside will remain safe and secure from the weather, and any other creatures that may want to damage your belongings or make an unwelcome home in your unit.

More information regarding shipping container and storage unit auctions in Tennessee can found on the following page here.

If you have any additional questions you may contact the seller directly through the listing page. All questions will be answered within 24 hours.