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Car Containers
Car containers are specialized shipping containers designed for the safe transport of vehicles by sea, rail, or road. They provide secure protection against weather, theft, and damage during transit.
Cargo Worthy
Cargo Worthy refers to a used container that has been inspected and certified as suitable for the safe transport of cargo.
Conair containers
Conair containers are specialized refrigerated shipping containers that rely on an external power source for cooling, typically from a vessel’s central refrigeration system or a terminal facility.
Containerbelüftung
Containerbelüftung kurz erklärt: Erfahren Sie, wie passive und aktive Lüftung funktionieren und wann sie Feuchtigkeit und Kondenswasser reduzieren.
Containerboden
Wie ist ein Containerboden aufgebaut? Erfahren Sie mehr über Materialien, Belastbarkeit, Punktlasten, Feuchtigkeit und den Austausch beschädigter Böden.
Containerbrücke
Eine Containerbrücke be- und entlädt Containerschiffe mit Laufkatze, Hubwerk und Spreader. Aufbau, Funktion und Unterschiede einfach erklärt.
Container Discharge
In shipping and port operations, discharging a container refers to the process of unloading it from a vessel, truck, or train. This is a standard term in maritime logistics, ensuring the cargo is safely removed and prepared for customs clearance, storage, or onward transport.
Containerplombe
Eine Containerplombe macht unbefugtes Öffnen erkennbar. Erfahren Sie, wie Plomben funktionieren, welche Arten es gibt und was die Plombennummer bedeutet.
Corner Castings / Eckbeschläge
Corner castings are standardized corner fittings used for lifting, stacking, and securing ISO containers. Here is a simple explanation of their design and function.
Cortenstahl
Cortenstahl ist ein wetterfester Baustahl, der häufig für Seecontainer verwendet wird. Erfahren Sie mehr über Patina, Korrosion und Reparaturen.
CSC Certificate
A CSC plate is an official safety approval plate required for all shipping containers used in international transport, as defined by the International Convention for Safe Containers (CSC).
dimensions
The dimensions of a container, which include length, width, and height.
Dry Bulk Containers
Dry bulk containers are specialized shipping containers designed for the transport of unpackaged dry goods, such as grains, powders, pellets, or other bulk commodities.
Flat Rack Containers
Flat rack containers are specialized shipping containers with collapsible or fixed end walls and no side walls, designed for transporting oversized or heavy cargo.
folding container
Foldable containers are innovative shipping containers designed to collapse into a compact form when empty, reducing storage space and transportation costs.
Full Side Access
Full side access containers are shipping containers designed with doors along the entire length of one side, allowing easy loading and unloading of oversized or palletized cargo.
Gooseneck-Tunnel
Was ist ein Gooseneck-Tunnel? Die Aussparung im Containerboden nimmt den Schwanenhals geeigneter Chassis auf und erleichtert den Straßentransport.
Hard Top Containers
Hard top containers are shipping containers with a removable steel roof, designed for cargo that requires top loading or extra height clearance.
Hazardous Goods Containers
Hazardous goods containers are specially designed shipping containers built to safely store and transport dangerous goods in compliance with international safety regulations.
High Cube Containers
High cube containers are shipping containers that are one foot taller than standard containers, providing extra vertical space for oversized cargo or improved storage capacity.
Horse box container
Horse box containers are specially designed modular units for the safe transport, housing, and care of horses.
IBC Container (Intermediate Bulk Container)
An IBC (Intermediate Bulk Container) is a standardized, pallet-sized bulk container for liquids and solids. It consists of an HDPE bladder, a galvanized steel grid frame, and an integrated pallet.
IICL standard
The IICL standard defines strict criteria for the inspection and repair of used containers. A brief explanation of its meaning and scope.
Insulated Containers
Insulated containers are designed to maintain stable internal temperatures, protecting goods from extreme heat, cold, and humidity.
Interim storage container
Containers for the short-term storage of goods and materials.
Intermodal Container
Intermodal containers are standardized freight containers designed for efficient transportation by ship, rail, and truck without unloading the cargo. Built according to ISO specifications, they ensure global handling compatibility, maximum durability, and secure cargo protection.
ISO 1161
ISO 1161 kurz erklärt: Die Norm regelt Maße und Anforderungen an Corner Castings, über die Container gehoben, gestapelt und gesichert werden.
ISO 668
ISO 668 kurz erklärt: Die Norm klassifiziert ISO-Container und definiert Außenmaße, zulässige Gesamtmassen und ausgewählte Mindestmaße.
ISO container
ISO containers are standardized shipping containers built to meet the specifications set by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
Low Cube Container
Low Cube Container kurz erklärt: Der 20-Fuß-Container bietet die gewohnte Grundfläche bei nur 2,44 Metern Außenhöhe. Maße und Einsatzbereiche.
module containers
Modular containers are flexible container units that can be combined or adapted to create customized spaces for offices, accommodation, storage, or special applications.
office container
Office containers are modular container units designed to provide functional and comfortable workspace solutions. They can be used as temporary or permanent offices, meeting rooms, or site cabins on construction sites and events.
Offshore-Container
Offshore-Container sind für Transporte zu Offshore-Anlagen konstruiert. Erfahren Sie mehr über ISO 10855, DNV-ST-E271 und die besonderen Prüfungen.
Open Top Containers
Open top containers are shipping containers with a removable roof, allowing for easy loading and unloading of oversized or bulky cargo. Ideal for goods that cannot be loaded through standard container doors, such as machinery, timber, or scrap materials, open top containers are available in 20ft and 40ft ISO sizes. They offer flexibility for crane loading and secure tarpaulin covering for transport.
Pallet Wide Container
Pallet Wide Container sind für Europaletten optimiert. Erfahren Sie mehr über Innenbreite, Palettenkapazität und Unterschiede zum Standardcontainer.
pallet wide containers
Pallet wide containers are specially designed shipping containers with extra internal width to accommodate more or wider pallets, maximizing cargo capacity.
Plant Containers
Plant containers are specially designed modular units that house technical equipment, machinery, or complete industrial systems.
Plattformcontainer
Plattformcontainer eignen sich für schwere oder übergroße Ladung. Aufbau, Unterschiede, Einsatz und Ladungssicherung erklärt.
Podcast container
Specially equipped containers for podcast production.
Reachstacker
Ein Reachstacker hebt und stapelt ISO-Container mit Teleskopausleger und Spreader. Funktion, Einsatz und Unterschiede zum Containerstapler erklärt.
Reefer container
A refrigerated container that is used to maintain certain temperatures for perishable goods.
Refrigerated container
Containers with cooling and ventilation systems to regulate the temperature for food and goods.
Side Door Container (Open Side Container)
Container with side door for easy loading and unloading.
swap bodies
The term “swap body” refers to a flexible load carrier for trucks and trailers, also known as a swap case, swap platform, or swap container, which can be detached from the transport vehicle.
Swap Body Containers
Swap body containers are freight units designed for intermodal transport, primarily used in road and rail logistics. They feature foldable support legs, allowing them to be swapped between vehicles without the need for a crane.
tank container
Tank containers are specialized ISO containers designed for the safe transport and storage of liquids, gases, and powders.
Tara, Nutzlast, Gesamtgewicht
Tara, Nutzlast und Gesamtgewicht kurz erklärt: Erfahren Sie, wie sich Containergewichte berechnen und welche Angaben für Transport und Beladung gelten.
TEU und FEU
TEU und FEU kurz erklärt: Erfahren Sie, wie die Einheiten für 20- und 40-Fuß-Container berechnet und in der Logistik verwendet werden.
TIR-Zulassung bei Containern
Was bedeutet die TIR-Zulassung bei Containern? Anforderungen, Verschlussanerkenntnis und Unterschied zur CSC-Zulassung verständlich erklärt.
Tunnel container
Containers with open ends that are connected together to transport long items.
Twistlock
A twistlock securely connects containers to ships, trains, trucks, or foundations. A concise guide to their function, types, and applications.
Ventilated containers
Ventilated containers are specially designed shipping containers equipped with ventilation openings to allow constant airflow.
water treatment plant
Containers for drinking water treatment.
Wind and Watertight (WWT)
Wind and Watertight refers to a used container that is closed and protected against wind and penetrating rainwater.

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