What Are Shipping Containers?
The shipping containers we supply were originally developed for marine
use. They are manufactured to a very high specification out
of high tensile steel, as such they are not only strong and
very secure, but also capable of surviving in extreme conditions.
These design qualities ensure our shipping containers are ideal for use
for storage. |
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How heavy are shipping containers?
Empty Tare Weight
20 foot container 2.25 ton or 2200kg
40 foot container 4 ton or 3950kg |
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How is a container constructed?
Standard ISO freight shipping containers are designed to withstand the
rigours of marine transportation and are constructed with a
high tensile steel rigid framework, with corrugated steel walls
and doors. Internal floors are treated timber, 27mm thick, mounted
on steel cross members. Double doors are fitted to one end,
retained by 4 full height locking bars all fitted with lockable
handles. |
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How secure are the shipping containers?
Shipping Containers are very secure and vandal proof. As standard, there
is provision for the fitment of padlocks to the door handles.
For extra security we recommend a steel "Lock
Box" to be fitted to the container doors. Our 'Lock Box'
is designed to accept a high security padlock, and protect the
lock from being tampered with it costs an additional $110 plus
gst but is well worth it , please mention when ordering.
The padlocks we supply fit into our lock boxes with ease. They
are supplied with 2 keys.    |
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Can you put a container anywhere?
Within reason we can get a container almost anywhere. All our
shipping containers have specially designed corner castings for lifting
and positioning. We mainly use a tilt tray truck for delivery
but can also use special 'Hi ab' trucks fitted with their own
crane to deliver the shipping containers , click
here to see Transport Options.
If you are not sure about your site, then simply send us a drawing
with dimensions and we will check that the delivery is feasible
email it to phill@containersales.com.au
or Fax to 02 85804677. |
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What should I put underneath
the container?
Shipping Containers should be placed on level ground, if not you may
find it difficult to open and shut the container doors. It is
the buyers responsibility to ensure the ground is adequately
prepared and that you have the materials to make the container
sit level. Examples of suitable materials are treated pine railways
sleepers underneath the container one on each end is sufficient. |
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If we purchase shipping containers, will
you buy them back at a later date?
Yes, the price will be subject to the market value at the time
and transport costs to collect the shipping containers. |
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Can shipping containers be selected,
so we know exactly what we are buying?
Yes, you are welcome to come to our depot, these days a lot
of people order off our internet site, you may wish to click
here and print our order form. Simply give us 24-48 hours notice
in order to make the arrangements. |
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How and when do we pay? Payment
methods
You can pay by a variety of methods including cash/company cheque/credit
card (Visa/master)/debit card.
Hire--First payment required is the first 4 weeks rental, padlock
rental and the delivery and collection charges. These must be
received prior to release of container(s). Thereafter, a standing
order payment will be set up. |
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Do the shipping containers have a problem
with condensation?
As with any enclosed space condensation can be an issue. To
combat this the majority of our shipping containers are fitted with ventilators.
However if you are using the container to store sensitive goods
we recommend that you open the doors on a regular basis to enable
the container to breath. This is more important during periods
of extreme cold or hot weather. It is also a good idea not to
lean or stack sensitive goods directly against the walls. |
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What maintenance do I need to
carry out?
Shipping Containers are very robust and require little or no maintenance
but it is a good idea to ensure the doors are kept in good working
order. Therefore we recommend that you grease the door hinges
and locking rods at regular intervals. |
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What do I need to know about
refrigerated shipping containers?
Specs 20’ long x 8’ wide x 8’6” high
Empty Weight 3500 kgs,
Temperature Range -25 degrees Celcius to+25 degrees Celcius.
Internal Dimensions 5550 long x 2285 wide x 2230 high .
Voltage 3 phase 415 v
Partlow Mechanism records temperature even in a blackout.
Automatic Defrost.
Digital Diagnostic controller on more current models
5 HP compressor.
All State of the art components with parts available in Australia. |
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