Common types of containers today

Types of containers play an important role in the multimodal transport system, helping to transport goods safely and efficiently worldwide. From general purpose containers to refrigerated containers, each type meets specific needs in the logistics supply chain. Naltako, specializing in providing forklift ramps, brings optimal lifting solutions for container loading and unloading. The article below will analyze in detail the types of containers and how Naltako supports operations at ports and warehouses.

What are the common types of containers today?

A container is a rectangular steel box, standardized according to ISO 668:1995, used to transport goods. Common types of containers include:

• General purpose container (dry container): Transports dry goods such as clothing, electronics, size 20 feet (6.06m long) or 40 feet (12.19m long).
• Refrigerated container (reefer): Preserves frozen goods such as food, pharmaceuticals.
• Open top container: Carries bulky goods such as machinery, with a removable tarpaulin roof.
• Flat rack container: Carries oversized goods such as steel coils, with collapsible walls.
• Tank container: Transports liquids such as oil, chemicals.

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What is a refrigerated container (reefer) used for?

Refrigerated containers (reefer containers) are equipped with a cooling system, maintaining temperatures from +25°C to -25°C, suitable for goods such as fresh food, frozen food, or pharmaceuticals. Features:

• Preserve quality: Maintain a stable temperature during container cargo transportation.
• Sealing system: Ensure safety for sensitive goods.
• Wide application: From meat and fish to vaccines.

How to distinguish between closed and open top containers?

Closed containers and open top containers differ in structure and use:

• Closed container: Has a closed roof and walls, protecting goods from the weather, suitable for dry goods like electronics, clothing.
• Open top container: Has a removable tarpaulin roof, ideal for bulky goods like machinery, large timber, easy to load and unload from above.

What are the standard dimensions of a container?

Container dimensions are standardized according to ISO 668:1995:

• 20-foot container: 6.06m long, 2.44m wide, 2.59m high, holding about 33m³.
• 40-foot container: 12.19m long, 2.44m wide, 2.59m high, holding about 67m³.
• 40-foot high cube container: 2.89m high, holding about 76m³, suitable for bulky goods.

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What is a flat rack container used to transport?

Flat rack containers have a super durable steel floor base and collapsible walls, used to carry oversized or bulky goods such as machinery, steel coils, and trucks. Features:

• Large load capacity: Can bear loads up to 45 tons, depending on the type.
• Flexible: Collapsible walls create a flat surface, easy to load and unload.
• Application: Transporting construction goods, heavy equipment.

Naltako supports handling goods from flat rack containers using scissor lifts, ensuring safety in the cargo transportation system. For example, a construction site in Da Nang uses Naltako’s mini crane to load steel coils. We encourage you to contact 0981.977.898 to cooperate with Naltako on equipment for flat rack containers!