ISO Containers - Insights

Strangely, I would say that most manufacturing designs, especially items of voluminous production, would design around the module of the standard 20', 40' and perhaps the 45 footer. There are already millions of containers in such modules circulated via the various main lines as well as regional carriers. If at all, the technology must creep in to design containers which can be electronically tracked, wherever they may be. On the other hand, technology must develop containers for "multi-purpose" use, to reduce redundancy during the "lull" shipping period.

Use of interconnecting and stand-alone ISO containers for work spaces in an expeditionary environment throughout the world.

Computer engineering automated calculations, thinner longer cheaper steel reinforcement.

I cannot say for certain as container manufacturer & design innovation must be an ongoing process and someone, somewhere might just spring up with another innovation. We had seen from the standard DRY VANs to Reefer Containers, Tank Containers, Accommodation Units ( some have even come up "push button" HOUSE ) - so, for now I would say CONEX CONNECTION is an innovative container company. INTERMODAL Innovation is yet another creative company.

I work for Echelon and we have partnered with scmci so am partial to ours. I have seen a lot of different finished boxes and did not like the quality of workmanship. We have been told we are too picky on our quality compared to most companies.

We (Northern Tanker Company) are building a LNG container based on a new type of insulation system.

Starting with a 20 foot ISO container, we modified it and added to it to make an Expandable Shelter System. We have also used them to make evidence lockers and we get the kits for bicons,quadcons and tricons and weld them together. We have also used them to make portable shelters.

I used ISO containers in transporting my container chassis that we manufactured from our plant to our clients across Canada and the US. We also have built a new vehicle that can drop a 20' ISO container unto the ground horizontally and pick it up as well.

ISO Containers - besides the trading aspect, these are being used as local storage & transfer of cargoes/goods. Used as temporary storage and these containers can be modified as cabin to be used at work-site.

For housing in remote locations, putting up "foundation" can be a challenge, so, a damaged ISO container but with the four corners and floor board intact, can readily serve as a base to construct a home, shed or temporary storage. As security, for the purpose of putting up a "fence", these containers lined-up in a row can serve as a good "block" or "great wall" for defense.

Well, as mentioned, emergency shelter, modular building design, including residential and retail, etc. there is a wonderful book titled Cargo Architecture that explores world wide alternate architectural utilization of containers.

Our new container chassis that can drop the container on the ground horizontally by itself. ISO containers used as homes, offices, bathroom, toilets, army uses, restaurants etc.

A) Improper loading of a container - uneven spread of weight. B) When a container is used for loading a flexitank, these containers should be with twin locking bars as otherwise, it would not have the strength to hold back the bulkhead when flexitank is laden.

I have seen a few and read a lot on "undeclared" Dangerous Goods containers, especially from China. Tough legal action should be taken on these culprits.

Rusting of the containers and corrosion of the rubber door gaskets due to improper closing, failure to close container doors and lack of maintenance.

I wish that containers can come with easily replaceable walls & roof panels as M&R can become increasing expensive. And that with standard replaceable/removable fittings, it can also be converted for use as an office / accommodation unit / portable home.

More interest by container designers and manufacturers in the alternate uses. Modular "de-construction," such that containers can either be dismantled for storage and component utilization, insulation alternatives, etc.

A better quality insulation to extend holding time. More rigid Isotanks. Currently, the cabinets usually give way.

Thoroughly know what the use of the container will be, including all possible additional uses and environments that the container will be used in.

Advice would largely depend on the purpose for which the container is acquired. Golden rule being, get the RIGHT container for the job.

Container certification in respect of the container safety convention should not be taken for granted.

For users of cryogenic liquid Isotanks, they should choose ones with the best holding time.

Corten steel is the best value. I wish the old aluminums were still in production.

I would have to understand the intended application first.

Make sure containers are CSC plated.

Make sure you inspect each one.

We also design press containers

See load/construction details

Point of use moveability

Think about all costs

Selecting a low pressure Isotank without a pump, when in fact, they need it for unloading to higher pressure vessels. Therefore choosing the right Isotank in terms of pressure and with or without pump is very vital.

Proper care needs to be taken when stuffing and stripping cargoes so as to enhance the life span of containers. Use of paper lining and/or blister wraps should be tremendously encouraged.

It's a bit like buying a second hand car, if there is damage to the chassis, it weakens the whole structure.

If you see damage don't accept it unless it is an easy fix.

That maximum load is only on the pockets.

Maintain the containers properly!

Check maximum allowable payload.

Cost of transportation

Cut less by used