Shipping Containers for Temporary Storage of Your Goods

Posted by clevelandcontainers on October 8th, 2014

Shipping containers are any number of storage containers that are made from hard, high-grade steel materials that are built, designed, and shaped for use as shipping and storage units for a wide range of products and goods. They are available in a wide variety of configurations, including those that offer refrigeration, along with various size and weight categories. Different types of goods and items naturally require a different type of storage and shipping container, which is why there is such a great number of types and designs of storage containers available in the market. Storage containers are very useful not only for transport, but also for storage. They are designed to be secure and watertight, so they protect their contents from damage.

There are many things that you should know when trying to find shipping containers for temporary storage. One of the first things to consider is where to buy or rent your container from.

A lot of storage container manufacturers offer brand new units that naturally cost more than used ones. If your purpose for buying is 'temporary' storage, then buying may not be the way to go. It makes more sense to find a supplier that offers good-quality used containers that you can rent. Renting is more practical when you don't think you will ever be needing the container again in the future. However, if you have plans to  use the container again—perhaps as permanent storage or even as a converted field office—then you should consider buying.

Here are two other factors you need to consider before you make your final decision in terms of the type of storage or shipping container to buy or rent:

• Container rating – The container rating basically indicates the maximum allowable weight that the container can handle. While this holds more significance during shipping, it is still important to know this detail when purchasing or renting a container for storage.
  
  
• Container classification –There are 2 major classifications for shipping containers—general purpose and dry cargo containers. The second is what the industry uses the most. Dry cargo containers are waterproof and they can carry all kinds of dry goods in bulk. General cargo containers, on the other hand can carry two types of load, including liquid load (fertilizers, fuels, chemicals, etc.) and thermal loads (as in perishable goods that require controlled temperature). Depending on the type of goods you want to store, consider what kind of storage container will be more appropriate for your items to ensure their safety.

About the Author:

This article is written by Karen Wentworth, consultant for Cleveland Containers, who specialize in offering shipping containers in UK. Cleveland Containers is one-stop shop for your entire container related needs whether buying or hiring is the right solution for your storage requirement. They also give their buyer a facility of providing a bespoke size container tailored to your specific requirements and can normally be delivered in 7 working days.