Whether for safe storage or efficient transportation — the choice of the right container depends on the external and internal dimensions as well as the space capacities on site. But don't worry, we've got the hang of it!
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Whether you are looking for a container to safely store your goods or as a means of transport for exporting a machine, the decision to buy ultimately depends on the outer and inner dimensions of the container and your local space capacities.
Our offer includes a wide range of container sizes, which are tailored to different requirements. Each size is described with detailed specifications to ensure that you find the right container for your project. Whether for storage, transportation or special applications, our containers offer the flexibility and quality you need.
The abbreviation TEU stands for Twentyfoot Equivalent Unit in German Twentyfoot Standard Container and is an internationally standardized unit in order to:
There is also the abbreviation FEU = Fortyfoot Equivalent Unit:
As regards the load, 2 TEU therefore require the same amount of space as 1 FEU.
Due to the standardized container dimensions, a 20-foot container has an actual length of only 19 feet 10½ inches (6.058 meters) and not 20 feet, as might be expected, as two 20-foot containers in a row must not be longer than a 40-foot container. The 40-foot container is exactly 40 feet long (12.192 meters).
In the following two tables, you will find an overview of all dimensions as well as the volume of the respective container model.
Should you have any questions or find it difficult to choose the appropriate shipping container, we will be happy to help you at any time.
The CSC plate (Convention for Safe Containers) is the international safety certificate for shipping containers. It confirms that a container is approved for worldwide transport by ship, truck, and rail. The plate is permanently attached to the container and must be clearly visible at all times.
A valid CSC approval is a prerequisite for international maritime transport and an important quality indicator when purchasing used shipping containers.
CSC plate inspection intervals:
Important for use as a storage container:
The CSC plate shows at a glance whether a container has been certified as seaworthy or is being used as a storage container and is a decisive criterion when evaluating a container's safety, quality, and intended use.
Sea freight containers are standardized large-capacity containers made of steel. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has defined in ISO standard 668 how high, wide and resilient steel containers must be. The standardized container size makes it easy to load and unload, stack and transport containers by freight trains, ships or trucks.ISO-Norm 668 festgelegt, wie hoch, breit und belastbar Stahlcontainer sein müssen. Das standardisierte Containermaß ermöglicht das unkomplizierte Be- und Entladen, Stapeln sowie das Befördern von Containern durch Güterzüge, Schiffe oder LKWs.
Regardless of whether you need a shipping container, a refrigerated container for the safe storage of temperature-sensitive goods, a material container for the storage of building materials or an office container for temporary or permanent office solutions — we have the right solution for you. You can choose between buying and renting and benefit from fair prices and our comprehensive range of services.