Shipping Containers Selection Short Guide

New and Used Shipping Containers

New and used storage shipping containers are a great option for anyone who needs plenty of storage room. These containers can be delivered to your home or business, providing you with more space to store things that may not fit in your indoor premises.

Whether you need to move or have a temporary project, take the time to explore your options for mobile storage units with our expert team. Aztec Container professionals will help you find the best portable container for your unique needs, so that you can store inside it when you want it, where you want it.

Aztec Container has a variety of shipping containers for sale or rent. We have 10 ft, 20 ft and 40 ft Shipping Containers, refrigerated and one-way boxes, as well as mobile offices that offer great value for money. Our company offers quality and professionalism in all the portable storage container services. Contact us now to find out more information about pricing, sizes, etc.

 

What You Need to Know Before Ordering a Shipping Container for Your Storage Needs

Shipping containers are becoming a popular means of storage for businesses and homeowners. It’s important to know what you should expect before ordering a container for your specific needs.

Aztec Container offers 20 ft and 40 ft size shipping containers for sale or rent at competitive prices, with delivery on a trailer (not forklift or crane). We go the extra mile by making sure that the delivery is made promptly at your site. We don’t bombard our customers with salespeople trying to sell other things – unlike many of our bigger competitors.

Used containers are a viable option when you want to save money on storage. These containers are durable, strong, and can even be resold or rented on a long-term basis to companies looking for commercial storage solutions at competitive prices.

All our shipping containers are priced quickly and efficiently, with no hidden fees to worry about!

 

Types Of Shipping Containers Used for Commercial Goods Storage

The type of container used depends on the goods being stored. There are different types of shipping containers to suit different purposes. The most common materials used are metal, wood, and plastic shipping containers.

There are dry goods and flat rack shipping containers.

Open-top shipping containers open from the top so that heavy materials can be lowered into them for shipping.

Open side shipping containers will render the most efficient help with easy loading and unloading your cargo.

Tunnel shipping containers are the most useful for faster loading and unloading.

Aztec also offers the climate-controlled containers, which means they’re staying cool and dry by day and warm and cozy by night. The storage container has a properly air-conditioned, or a refrigerated interior to keep your goods cold during the summer months, whether you need it for foodstuffs or construction materials.

Besides being highly durable, these containers can be used in all kinds of commercial settings, like warehouses, manufacturing facilities, distribution centers or retail stores, as well as for shipping goods.

 

Shipping Container Standard Dimensions

Shipping containers are held to very specific dimensional standards, which makes it easier for companies to transport their goods across different countries without having to worry about whether they will fit into the particular space available. Intermodal shipping containers must be able to stack perfectly on standard ships and rail cars. The international standard for shipping containers is a 20′ ft. container and it is the most common size in use today. Standard size of that container is 8′ wide and measured in TEU’s (twenty-foot equivalent units).

Aztec Container is a premium seller of the most popular 20-foot shipping containers. Such a container is 19’ 4” long x 7’ 9” wide x 7’ 10” high of interior space, making it perfect for most of your storage needs. These standard-sized boxes are available for purchase or rent at competitive prices, with delivery to your premise as quickly as we can.

There are many sizes of shipping containers that can be used for commercial goods storage. These include standard, extra tall, and small ones in lengths ranging from 9-10 feet. The 20-foot size is most common, but the other sizes have benefits as well, such as being more affordable or having a higher (or lower) capacity than others. 40 ft containers offer the best space for large shipments and are available available in exterior height of 8.5ft or 9.5ft which can make them perfect to be used as retail spaces like shops, warehouses, etc.

 

20′ and 40′ Shipping Containers Comparison

A 20’ shipping container is a small storage solution that offers a limited amount of space but offers the reliability and security necessary to meet the contractor’s needs. Our 20-foot containers are popular with customers who don’t need a lot of storage space. Some customers buying and renting our 20′ storage containers are automotive repair shops, restaurants, homeowners, schools, and general contractors. A 20’ shipping container can also be used for agricultural or industrial purposes.

20 ft open side containers are available in standard height and high cube configurations. They have cargo doors on one side which open the full width.

40′ Shipping Container is the only container that provides an easy means of entry into the building.

40′ High Cube Open Side Container has side-open doors on one end and is a very versatile option for construction sites and manufacturing facilities with a lot of equipment to move around.

10 ft’ shipping container is a smaller option for transport. Compared to other units, these containers are generally easier to use and can be used in many applications.

At Aztec Container we offer competitive prices on new and  pre-owned ones that have been refurbished with all the necessary updates needed for transport purposes. We do regularly carry chassis for most of our containers, as well.

 

20 ft Storage Container Specifications

20 ft Storage Container Specifications are the size, type of material, and other specifications for a storage container. The minimum dimensions are 20 feet long x 8 feet wide x 8 feet high. It is lockable and we can add vents in it on a custom order for more ventilation. These units can be used in multiple ways, including storage, manufacturing, and even living quarters.

 

40 ft Standard Container Specifications

The standard container dimensions are 40 ft long, 8 ft wide, and 8.6 ft tall. The average weight of the standard storage container is  approximately 8000lbs,. It’s also reasonably priced and can be used for a variety of storage or office space purposes.

 

40 ft High Cube Storage Container Specifications

40 ft. high cube storage container is a standard storage unit that is used in warehouses, schools, and other places. It has an overall exterior height of 9.5 ft, length of 40 ft, width of 8 ft.

These containers are made with premium materials and have we can install a secured lockbox for added security It’s also reasonably priced and can be used for a variety of purposes, such as storage or office space.

 

Custom Storage Containers

Custom Storage Containers are available in 10ft, 20ft, 40ft and 45ft sizes. Aztec offers double door containers with open sides or industrial man doors, roll up doors and windows. Also, we offer custom mobile storage solutions that can be used for any specific purpose, including warehouse or construction site storage, shipping container homes and offices and more.

 

Container Mobile Offices

Aztec has a variety of shipping containers for sale or rent. The 20 ft containers are constructed from durable and high-quality Corten steel, which creates an office that is easy to take with you on the go. Multiple floor plans include 10′ guard shack, 20′ open bay, 20′ half office/ half storage, 40′ open bay and 40′ half office/ half storage. Each unit is equipped with features such as ground level access, full insulation, electrical package including air conditioning and plumbing.

These self-contained units have marine plywood flooring that can be used as a work area and to protect against rust, making them perfect for construction sites, home offices, or even mobile businesses. Our mobile office containers will provide convenience when working on site or offsite where there is no designated workspace set up yet.

Furthermore, the mobile container offices can be used for temporary use in case of disaster. These containers are not only durable but also allow you to save time and money by renting a mobile unit that can be installed quickly on your premise.

With many shipping containers for sale or rent, and a wide range of styles to choose from, Aztec Container is the best-in-industry customer service. Our team will help you find the right container home that suits your needs at competitive prices!

 

What is a mobile medical clinic made of a customized container office?

A mobile medical clinic is a container office that has been customized with the necessary supplies and equipment to provide healthcare services in an urban or rural area.

A mobile medical clinic container can be customized to meet the needs of many different patients and health services. Its main features include ground level access, full insulation, air conditioning and electrical power supply. Mobile medical clinic is made of an office container that can be customized to meet the specific needs of your health business. These containers come with multiple floor plans, which include 10′ guard shack, 20′ open bay and 40′.

Aztec Container provides customers with low-cost solutions for personal or commercial use at competitive prices without compromising quality standards. All these features make this mobile clinic unit competitively priced depending on what size & optional add-ons you choose.

 

Shipping Container Specifications

A shipping container is a portable, transportable steel box that can store goods, with two doors on one side of the container. To ensure that equipment can be safely handled anywhere in the world, shipping containers are held to very specific specifications and dimensions.

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) sets the standards for shipping container dimensions. Shipping container specification is a document that contains the required dimensions and specifications of a standard shipping container. This specification is also used to help determine which type of container will be most efficient for specific applications..

Intermodal containers must be able to stack on both chassis’ trailers and rail cars. These containers can be handled at any port in the world by following standardized information on their doors.

 

Buy or Rent Shipping Containers at Aztec Container Today

Aztec Container is proud to help many customers across North America by providing them quality containers with up-front and transparent pricing.

Aztec Container provides the unmatched level of quality assurance to all its existing and new customers. Not only do we offer premium mobile storage solutions for sale at very competitive prices, – our containers are also available on monthly rentals as well!

Aztec Container has an array of options that can meet your needs while giving you competitive prices with no hidden fees and hassle-free local service.  Aztec has been delivering custom storage solutions since 1969.