How are shipping containers made?

Shipping containers may seem like simple devices, but in reality, they are far from simple — some of them have additional functions (for example, a unit that maintains the required temperature during the transportation of temperature-sensitive cargo). In addition, containers differ in size — which means different amounts of materials and labor required for their production.

How are these containers manufactured, what kind of steel are shipping containers made from, and where can you order them?

The manufacturing process of a container is complex and consists of several stages:

designing and drafting the future container;
frame production;
door manufacturing — they are produced separately;
sheathing the frame with corrugated metal sheets;
anti-corrosion treatment.

The last step is extremely important — these containers are often reusable and rented out, so durability is essential. Moreover, airtightness is crucial for cargo transported by sea, and corrosion can compromise this property.

Containers can be purchased directly from manufacturers or through intermediaries. Global Container Service offers to buy a shipping container at an affordable price.

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What metal are shipping containers made of?

Corrugated aluminum is typically used. This metal offers the optimal balance of strength and relatively low weight. Aluminum is widely used in the manufacture of vehicles, window components, and furniture — areas where both weight and resistance to external factors are important.

Aluminum itself is far less susceptible to corrosion than other metals. Additionally, it is coated with special varnishes that reduce the likelihood of corrosion to zero. Using such a container ensures complete airtightness.

Some containers are made of stainless steel.

Paint for shipping containers

Now let’s talk about what kind of paint is used for shipping containers — like the varnish applied during production, it must reliably protect the container from rust. This paint must have the following properties:

resistance to harmful environmental factors;
good resistance to fuels, oils, and other chemicals;
strong adhesion to the surface (the material being painted);
wear resistance;
multiple application methods;
durability.

Company Global Container Service uses only paints that meet the highest quality standards. Container branding is also possible — applying your company logo (if you operate in transport or ship large batches of goods).

The application method and number of layers may depend on the type of metal used in the container of the selected model.

Container sizes and configurations

Much also depends on the size of the containers — they range from very small to quite large. To choose the right one, consider the dimensions of your cargo, how much you need to transport, its weight, and the preferred loading/unloading method.

As for container configuration, you can choose one with doors located on the side or one where the doors are on the top. Some cargo is more conveniently loaded from above, some from the right or left; accordingly, they are unloaded in the same way.

Global Container Service offers shipping containers of various volumes (40ft, 20ft) and configurations. Whatever you need to transport, you will find a suitable container here.