If you are not too familiar with a side door container, you must be aware of one of Tradecorp’s best-selling container products, the side-opening container.
A side door container, which is the same as a side-opening container, offers all the strength and security of a standard shipping container, plus additional access, flexibility, and efficiency. For many industries, it is one of the most practical and user-friendly storage solutions available.
This unit gives you all the benefits of a standard container plus unmatched access and efficiency, making it ideal for anyone who frequently loads, unloads, or organizes materials.
To learn more about the use of a side door container for storage, find out in this article!
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The Benefits of Using a Side Door Container for Storage
1. Full Side Access for Easy Loading
Side door containers feature wide-opening side panels, usually bi-fold or full swing doors. This is what makes it possible to load large, awkward, or long items that can’t fit through standard end doors.
When using this container to store palletized goods, construction materials, machinery, and oversized equipment, you will not need to rearrange items inside, as the access is simple and direct.
2. Faster Loading and Unloading
With the entire side open, forklifts and pallet jacks can move freely, reducing handling time and improving workflow.
This feature is especially beneficial for warehouses, logistics companies, and job sites with high turnover of stored items. This will result in more efficient operations and reduced labor hours.
3. Improved Organization and Accessibility
Side door access allows easier placement and retrieval of items without having to unload the entire container. This is ideal when items are frequently rotated or when multiple product types are stored.
With this, you will have better inventory visibility, safer access for teams, and more efficient use of space.
4. Versatility for Many Industries
Side door containers are used for storage across a wide range of sectors. This Includes:
- Construction (tools, materials, equipment)
- Retail (seasonal inventory, palletized stock)
- Events (staging materials, gear, temporary storage)
- Manufacturing (raw materials and finished goods)
5. Option for Full-Length Opening
Depending on the model, the side doors can cover a partial section of the container or the entire length of the unit. This enables loading via crane, forklift, or manual labor with minimal obstruction.
6. Strong, Secure, and Weather-Resistant
Like all steel containers, side door units offer heavy-duty corten steel construction, lockable side and end doors, weatherproof design, and protection against harsh environments. This means that you will get added access without sacrificing durability.
Side Door Container Recommendations
19′ Side Opening Mini Containers
Compared to its regular counterparts, this 19′ Side Opening Mini Container‘s dimensions are almost identical to those of a standard 20’ shipping container, making it easier to load cargo.
Their four side doors, which may be opened fully or partially to create an aperture as wide as the container’s length, are the primary characteristic of 19′ Side aperture Mini Containers. Additionally, customers can load these side-opening containers into cube containers that are 20’ high due to their 19’ size.
Since these shipping containers are ISO-compliant, you don’t have to be concerned about how well they will safeguard your delicate items. The plywood flooring in the containers can keep the interior dry and clean, preventing damage from water.
20′ Side Opening Dry Containers
The 20’ side opening container or also known as an open side, is a practical container that differs from a standard container, for it has side doors on one side of the container. This container is spacious enough to store a wide range of cargo while remaining compact to fit in most locations.
The side doors are normally two-wing doors that open in two sections, one to the left and one to the right. Our container is ISO-compliant, which is capable of storing or even transporting a range of essential features which including air vents, lashing rings, locking bars, lockbox, corner castings, and forklift pockets.
20′ High Cube Side Opening Container
Tradecorp’s 20′ high cube side opening container offers great flexibility for those who need extra space and easier access for loading and unloading goods. This container’s fully-opening side door and double-end doors provide easy access for loading and unloading.
The side doors are especially useful for accommodating heavy or oversized items that require a forklift or crane. With its dimensions of L 20’ x W 8’ x H 9’6”, this container provides ample space for your cargo while also accommodating taller items that wouldn’t fit in a standard container.
It also comes equipped with air vents that provide optimal ventilation and prevent moisture buildup inside the container. This is particularly important to reduce the risk of damage to your cargo during transport. Tradecorp’s containers come equipped with locking bars and a lock box to ensure the security of your cargo during transport. This feature is especially useful when storing valuable or sensitive items, protecting them from theft and unauthorized access.
20′ High Cube Side Open Dangerous Goods Shipping Container
The 20′ High Cube Side Open Dangerous Goods Shipping Container is suitable for the safe and secure transport of hazardous materials. This container features a side-opening mechanism, allowing easy loading and unloading of hazardous materials that may be too large or heavy to load through standard end doors.
The unit comes equipped with a range of essential features, such as a bunded flooring system, a drainage valve, side-opening doors, an emergency exit, locking bars, forklift pockets, and corner castings. It complies with ISO 16106:2020, the standard for ISO compliance.
Our container is designed in accordance with international regulations for the transport of dangerous goods. It also has ventilation systems to prevent any build-up of fumes that potentially may be dangerous during transportation. This container is suitable for industries that handle hazardous materials, such as oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, and chemical manufacturing.
Moreover, the unit has a bunded flooring system that is crucial to prevent any spills or leaks from hazardous materials from escaping the container and contaminating the surrounding environment.
32′ Reefer High Cube Container
Tradecorp’s recent introduction of the 32′ Reefer High Cube (RH) Container shows that, as part of their continuous diversification of container goods for sale or rental, they provide containers in various sizes that preserve the performance and functionality of their 20′ and 40′ counterparts.
This 32′ RH container’s six cargo doors on one side make loading easier, which is one of its notable features. Despite the fact that the container still includes regular cargo doors, the installation of cargo doors enables users to enter the box from its longer side during certain times.
Furthermore, Thermo King’s Magnum Plus reefer equipment is the refrigerator in the container. The cargo’s capacity to be frozen in temperatures ranging from -40°F to 104°F eliminates the concern for businesses that often deal with temperature-sensitive items, such as sashimi-grade fish and vegetables, about keeping them frozen and safe for consumption.
40′ High Cube Side Open Double Door Container
Our black 40’ high cube side opening double door container is suitable for businesses dealing with large-volume cargo. Measuring 40’ long, 8’ wide, and 9’6” tall, this container provides plenty of room to store your items. The standout feature of this container is its side-opening doors, which provide exceptional accessibility to your goods.
Made from sturdy Corten steel, this container guarantees excellent protection for your goods against external elements and potential damage. This container is made to endure extreme weather conditions, protecting your cargo from the elements.
The side doors can be easily opened and closed with just one person. The rubber sealing ensures a tight and secure closure, guaranteeing the safety of your items during storage and transportation. For added security, our container features a lockbox where you can add a padlock to further protect your valuable cargo.
Conclusion
A side door container that opens along the entire long side provides enhanced access, flexibility, and design possibilities.
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