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Refrigerated containers, superfreezers and insulated containers are special containers that are used for temperature-controlled transport and storage of sensitive goods. Whether it's food, pharmaceuticals or events — our refrigerated containers offer precise temperature control, maximum energy efficiency and flexible sizes. Buy the right refrigerated container now and have it delivered ready for use.

Refrigerated containers — as diverse as your industry

Product development, automotive and mechanical engineering
The components are subjected to various functional and load tests in the refrigerated container, where the effect of different temperatures on the components can be tested.
pharmaceutical and chemical industries
Research projects and long-term studies can be carried out at any location under ideal climatic conditions.
Refrigerated containers guarantee cool events and events
Refrigerate food and drinks in a refrigerated container at your next major event, festival or company party.
food industry
In refrigerated containers, the supply of fresh air, humidity and composition of the air can be controlled, for example, to control ripening processes. For this reason, refrigerated containers are used particularly frequently in fish, meat and wine production, as well as by bakers and dairies.
Refrigerated containers as a cool interim storage or warehouse extension
Refrigerated containers are used as cold and interim storage in wholesale markets, pharmaceutical companies, at folk festivals or on farms in order to be able to store crops or other foodstuffs flexibly and in a space-saving manner.
Rent or buy refrigerated and insulated containers
We are your partner for renting, selling, maintaining and repairing refrigerated and insulated containers.
Insulated containers only require a 400 V 32 A power connection. This is why reefers are ideal not only for transport, but also as a small cold storage facility.
20 foot Highcube refrigerated container
installation, ventilation, subsoil

Selecting a location for cold rooms

1. Keep your distance

  • At least 2.5 m distance to the next wall on the aggregate side
  • Enough space on the sides to open the doors and for maintenance access

2. Ensure good ventilation

  • outdoor installation: weatherproof but protect from direct sun
  • Indoor installation: Prevent heat accumulation — enable supply and exhaust air

3. Sturdy subsoil

  • Resilient up to 30 t at full load
  • Recommended: concrete, asphalt or fixed steel plates
  • Inappropriate: Soil, gravel or turf without substructure

4. Ensure horizontal orientation

  • Prevents compressor damage
  • Ensures correct condensate drain

5. Pay attention to weather extremes

  • summer: Cooling capacity can drop after 40 °C — shade makes sense
  • Winter: Remove snow/ice from intake openings, check the aggregate

Technical characteristics of a refrigerated container

temperature ranges Are at around -30 °C to +30 °C, depending on the unit and model. In this way, both frozen products (e.g. -18 °C) and chilled goods (e.g. +4 °C) can be kept reliably. refrigerated containers are mainly available in standard sizes of 20 feet and 40 feet (also high cube). The outer dimensions correspond to ISO sea containers (e.g. 20': approx. 6.06 × 2.44 × 2.59 m). Due to the insulation, the interior dimensions are slightly smaller — a 20′ refrigerated container offers ~28 m³ volume and space for approx. 10 euro pallets, a 40′ high cube ~67 m³ for up to 23 pallets. The empty weight is around 3—4.5 t, the payload around 25—29 t, similar to a standard container. The typical

Reefer-Container sind in den international etablierten Größen 20 Fuß und 40 Fuß / 40 Fuß High Cube verfügbar. Die Außenmaße entsprechen vollständig den ISO-Seecontainer-Standards – ein entscheidender Vorteil für Unternehmen, die Container per LKW, Bahn oder Schiff bewegen.

20′ Kühlcontainer

  • Außenmaße: ca. 6,06 × 2,44 × 2,59 m
  • Innenvolumen: ca. 28 m³
  • Kapazität: ca. 10 Euro-Paletten

40′ High Cube Kühlcontainer

  • Außenmaße: ca. 12.2 x 2.44 x 2.89 m
  • Innenvolumen: ca. 67 m³
  • Kapazität: bis zu 23 Euro-Paletten
Zubehör
20 foot Highcube refrigerated container

A refrigerated container cannot be operated on normal 230 V household electricity — a phase adapter is not permitted and would damage the unit.

20 foot Highcube refrigerated container

material, insulation, dimensions, floor, door

Floor structure: Refrigerated containers are typically equipped with a T-floor made of T-shaped aluminum profiles installed lengthwise. The spaces between these profiles create channels that allow uniform air circulation beneath the cargo. Cold air is blown down from the refrigeration unit into the T-floor, flows to the rear, rises, and is then drawn back in at the top — ensuring even cooling throughout the entire interior.

Important: Cargo must not exceed the marked stacking height (approximately 10–15 cm below the ceiling) to ensure proper airflow above the load and prevent blockage.

Konstruktion und Isoliertechnik

Der Aufbau ist speziell auf hohe Lebensdauer und konstante Kühlleistung ausgelegt.

Rahmen & Außenstruktur

  • Gefertigt aus witterungsbeständigem Corten-Stahl
  • Geeignet für Außenaufstellung und Transport unter Vollbelastung
  • ISO-konform, stapelbar, kran- und gabelstaplerfähig

Innenraum

Unsere Kühlcontainer erfüllen alle relevanten EU-Vorgaben für Hygiene und Lebensmittelsicherheit und sind vollständig HACCP-konform. Die glatten Edelstahloberflächen verhindern die Ansammlung von Keimen, unterstützen einen sicheren Betrieb nach Lebensmittelstandards und lassen sich schnell und gründlich reinigen.

  • Auskleidung aus Edelstahl oder Aluminium
  • Hygienisch, rostbeständig, leicht zu reinigen
  • Ideal für Lebensmittel-, Pharma- und Produktionsumgebungen

Isolierung

  • PU-Schaum 100–120 mm, je nach Modell
  • Optimiert für Energieeffizienz und geringe Wärmeverluste
  • Relevanter Kostenfaktor im Dauerbetrieb

Diese Bauweise ermöglicht energieeffiziente Kühlung selbst bei hohen Außentemperaturen oder intensiver Nutzung.

Türmechanik

Türmechanik: Kühlcontainer haben an der Stirnseite (hinten) zweiflügelige isolierte Containertüren aus Stahl mit Gummidichtungen, ähnlich wie Standard-Seecontainer. Die Türflügel werden über senkrechte Verschlussstangen und Hebel gesichert. Im geschlossenen Zustand dichten sie hermetisch ab, um Kälteverlust zu verhindern.

Moderne Kühlcontainer-Türen verfügen meist über eine Notentriegelung von innen, damit eingeschlossene Personen sich befreien können – ein wichtiges Sicherheitsmerkmal. Zudem ist oft ein Überdruckventil eingebaut, um ein Vakuum beim Abkühlen auszugleichen und das Öffnen der Tür zu erleichtern. Für häufiges Be- und Entladen kann ein Streifenvorhang aus Kunststofflamellen hinter der Tür installiert sein. Dieser minimiert den Kälteverlust, wenn die Tür offen steht (die kalte Luft bleibt besser im Container).

Power connection and electrical requirements of a frozen container

An actively cooling container requires a suitable power supply. are with operated. 400 V/50 Hz are common in Europe, for example 440 V/60 Hz on ships — most units automatically support both frequencies. Power is supplied via a for sea use and 4-pin for land use. The container is usually delivered with a suitable plug and connection cable (usually 10-15 m), which is connected to an appropriate CEE socket. should an electrician provide a dedicated three-phase circuit, protected with 32 A inputs (or C/K characteristic, due to starting current). An FI circuit breaker (RCD) is also recommended, as the container is often outdoors.

Standard-Kühlcontainer werden mit betrieben.

40 foot refrigerated container front side with door

Aktive Kühler

Ein aktiv kühlender Container benötigt eine geeignete Stromversorgung.

Standard-Kühlcontainer werden mit Drehstrom 380–460 V, 50/60 Hz und 32 A betrieben.

In Europa sind 400 V/50 Hz üblich, auf Schiffen z.B. 440 V/60 Hz – die meisten Aggregate unterstützen beide Frequenzen automatisch.

Die Stromzufuhr erfolgt über einen 5-poligen CEE-Industriestecker (32A, rot) für Seenutzung und 4-polig bei Landnutzung. Der Container wird i.d.R. mit einem passenden Stecker und Anschlusskabel (meist 10–15 m) ausgeliefert, den man an eine entsprechende CEE-Dose anschließt. An Land sollte ein Elektriker einen dedizierten Drehstrom-Kreis bereitstellen, abgesichert mit 32 A-Träge (oder C/K Charakteristik, wegen Anlaufstrom). Ein FI-Schutzschalter (RCD) ist ebenfalls empfehlenswert, da der Container oft im Freien steht.

Energieeffiziente, moderne Reefer-Technologie für einen umweltfreundlichen und wirtschaftlichen Betrieb

Moderne Reefer-Aggregate sind energieeffizienter und verbrauchen in der Regel 50% weniger Strom als alte Reefer. Den durchschnittlichen Verbrauch beeinflussen Außentemperatur, Soll-Ist-Differenz, Beladungsmenge und Türöffnungen. Beispielsweise kann ein 20′Kühlcontainer bei +2 °C Innentemperatur an einem warmen Tag grob 15–30 kWh pro 24h verbrauchen; bei Tiefkühlbetrieb oder Hitze entsprechend mehr. Planen Sie also pro Container einen separaten Stromkreis ein, um Lastspitzen abzufangen, und vermeiden Sie Verlängerungskabel, die nicht für 32A ausgelegt sind.

Optionally also as an insulated container without an active cooling unit

All our refrigerated container models can also be purchased as insulated containers without an active unit. This means that you can use the same first-class insulation to protect your goods from changes in temperature. Refrigerated containers are specially designed to actively control temperatures and can both cool and heat. They are ideal for storing sensitive goods that require specific temperature ranges. Insulated containers, on the other hand, are mainly used to keep the temperature within a stable range without actively cooling or heating. They provide effective insulation to minimize the ambient temperature from outside and are good for storing goods that need to be protected from extreme temperatures.

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Cooling with system

Cooling systems offer reliable cooling, flexible applications and maximum energy efficiency. Choose between classic cooling systems, powerful superfreezers for low temperatures down to -60 °C or efficient insulated containers for passive protection.

Cooling, freezing, storage — our systems at a glance

  • Cooling container (“Reefer”): Standard temperature from -25 °C to +25 °C, with integrated unit and insulated walls.
  • Superfreezer: Suitable for frozen chains down to -60 °C. Ideal for pharmaceuticals, research, high-quality meat.
  • insulated container: Passive insulation without aggregate. Protection against heat and cold for sensitive goods.

Benefits of our containers:

  • Plug & Play connection (400 V/CEE 32 A/5-pin)
  • Hygienic inner lining, stainless steel floor with groove profile for air circulation
  • Regularly testable refrigeration units (certifiable every 3 months)
  • Flexible installation both indoors and outdoors, with a wall distance of at least 50 cm
  • Optional ramp, heavy-duty shelves and temperature monitoring via app
20-foot refrigerated container interior view
20 foot Highcube refrigerated container

Can a refrigerated container also heat?

Yes Refrigerated containers are able to fill the interior via to maintain the ambient temperature, as they are equipped with heating rods or heat pump functions. For example, a reefer can easily keep +5 °C inside in winter at -10 °C outside temperature. Most can be adjusted to an internal temperature of around +30 °C. They are not designed for higher temperatures (then it would be a heat chamber container). In practice, the heating function is used to protect goods from frost or to keep products stored in cold stores below their target value.

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