Used high 45-foot container
The need to transport significant volumes of goods with relatively small mass, had led to the emergence of containers with significantly increased capacity on the market. Containers of 45 feet with increased height allow carrying 30% more cargo than in 40DC. Its use can increase the economic efficiency of multimodal transportations significantly.
For what purposes used 45-foot containers are bought
It is possible to buy used 45-foot containers cheaply and in good condition from the container terminals and container ports. They are most often bought for the following purposes:
- • For use in road and railway transportations. If a container doesn't meet the requirements for sea transportations for any reason, it can be further operated by railway or by truck for long;
- • It is very profitable to buy a used 45-foot container for storage. The buyer receives a modular construction from high quality steel, originally designed to ensure maximum safety of the cargo. There is no need to build a foundation to use it as a warehouse. Just install it on flat area.
- • Significant internal volume allows placing a massive power plant, pump, compressor or valuable technological equipment inside. As a result you get a highly mobile module, well protected from the intervention;
- • These containers can be installed in several tiers, that makes possible construction of multi-storey dormitories for workers or builders at remote sites. If necessary, the entire structure can be easily dismantled and moved quickly to another object;
- • To buy a used sea container of 45 feet is possible for conversion into a mobile shopping pavilion. Minimum modifications allow the buyer to get a durable mobile building; • Country house made from used 45-foot container becomes almost eternal. Thus, its price is significantly lower than built from scratch.
What you should pay attention buying used 45-foot container
- • Sale of used 45HC containers is carried out at prices corresponding to their technical condition. When choosing a container, it is desirable to inspect it before purchasing, paying attention to very important details:
- • Signs of repair or straightening;
- • If there is the original protective layer;
- • If wooden floor is not rotten.
If the container is purchased as a metal design, it is possible to reduce the cost significantly by choosing the container with lesions non-critical for further use.