What is a container?
Containers are the most integral part of the transportation industry; Because they move various types of goods that need to be sent from one point to another through container ships. These tanks are made of shuttered galvanized sheets and colored sheets in standard dimensions and sizes. The price of the sheet has a great impact on the finished price of the container. Note that if a high-quality and high-priced steel sheet is used to make these products, they will have higher quality and durability. The container is impervious to water and has a large capacity for carrying various goods due to its strong space. Depending on the type of products that are transported or the special services required, container units may differ in terms of dimensions, structure, construction materials, etc.
The most important features of a good container
One of the most important features of a good container is the following:
It should have high strength and security for transport channels.
It has a large capacity and provides the possibility of loading a large volume of goods at the same time.
It should be designed in such a way that the operation of carrying, loading and unloading the cargo can be carried out quickly.
It should be produced according to the position, need and type of goods.
In a suitable container, it is possible to create coordination between the capacity of the container and the amount of cargo.
Types of containers
All containers must be made according to international construction principles, such as size, weight bearing capacity, production method, type of alloys used, etc. Various containers are designed in different shapes and dimensions, each of which is used to carry a specific type of goods.
An open container
This container has no roof. This product is used for products that have a high height. After placing the goods in the open container, they cover it with a tarpaulin and secure it.
Refrigerated container
The refrigerated container is equipped with a strong cooling system, which is used for edible and perishable goods such as chicken, meat, vegetables, fruits, and the like. The cooling system of this product changes according to the loaded product.
2 feet container
One of the types of containers is the 20-foot type, which is also known as a shanty. This product is used as a residential house or even a store because of its construction. A 20-foot container is usually not useful for transporting goods.
Container 2 feet
The 40-foot container has a high capacity, and its use allows transportation workers to have integrated loading. The use of this product is cost-effective for businessmen and besides, the loading speed increases with its help. This type of product is used in all sea, air and land transportation methods.
Insulated container
An insulated container is used to transport some goods from one country to another. These products with moisture or thermal insulation have special resistance and are usually used in sea transportation. Various goods, especially electronic goods, stored in these containers are protected from moisture and water.
Cuban containers
Cube shipping containers are similar in structure to general containers, but they are taller. These products are available in sizes of 40 and sometimes 45 inches and are used in cases where a high capacity is required.
Two -door container
This type of container with Double doors are also known as "tunnel containers". Double-door containers are very useful for quick loading and unloading of goods and provide more space for goods such as steel and iron. Both the doors of these containers are very resistant to weather penetration and protect the cargo from environmental elements.
Special container
The special container can be made in almost any shape or size. Most shipping companies do not use these special containers as much as possible; because their construction and transportation is costly; But nevertheless, they are necessary to carry certain loads.
ISO tanks
ISO tanks are storage containers designed to hold liquids. They are usually made of anti-corrosion materials. These tanks may also be used to store dry goods such as sugar; But most of them are used to move liquids.
Semi -gain containers
Half-height shipping containers are suitable for transporting heavy and dense cargo such as coal and stone, and therefore are considered the best option for use in the mining industry.
These products have a low center of gravity, so they can withstand heavy loads better than longer containers and are strong enough to withstand industrial environments and high temperatures.
What are the benefits of using a container?
Cargo transportation using containers has significant advantages over other means of cargo transportation. The most important advantages of using this product are:
Protecting the product from breakage or theft
The low cost of this method compared to other methods of transportation
High speed of loading and unloading
Integration of the loading process by containers
The large capacity of containers
The possibility of insuring the transported goods
Updating procedures and replacing new methods instead of traditional methods
Reducing costs related to loading, unloading and packing goods
Going through the process of ordering and delivering to the customer without the intervention of an intermediary
Container construction steps
The container is made of galvanized steel sheets. The sole of this product is made of strong and durable steel sheet; Because it must have high durability and strength and be impervious to water.
First, steel sheets should be cut into standard sizes and then pressed in special press machines to reach the desired shape.
The sheets should be formed in the form of shutters so that their resistance and strength can be multiplied several times.
After that, they should build the container skeleton stage according to the plan and weld the rest of the galvanized steel sheets to the main skeleton. The alloys used in making this product are stainless and suitable for sea transportation.
At this stage, the places of welds and joints are painted with anti-rust coating.
Finally, the containers made for different purposes are sold.
What is the difference between the container and the container?
In terms of appearance, these two products are similar, but the container is used to carry different goods and is designed from a layer of colored galvanized sheet; While condos are mostly usable for humans. Condos have windows, ventilation system, entrance door, bathroom, bedroom and kitchen. They can be produced in different dimensions, but the containers are made according to global standards.
