Introduction to a used 20ft shipping container
Summary
TLDRIn this informative video, Chris from Budget Shipping Containers introduces viewers to a used 20-foot shipping container, highlighting its main features. He discusses the container's original markings, dents, and forklift pockets, emphasizing its durability after 15 years of use. The video covers essential aspects such as the vent system with bug mesh, the container number, and the ISO code. Chris also explains the locking mechanism, door seals, and the importance of the CSC data plate for export. Inside, he points out the treated plywood floor, cargo lashing rings, and the higher internal floor line. The video concludes with a promise of quality assurance, mentioning that all containers are checked and repaired, ensuring they are wind and watertight with a solid floor, and come with a 12-month warranty.
Takeaways
- π’ **Used Container Features**: The video showcases a used 20-foot shipping container and its main construction features.
- π·οΈ **Original Markings**: Original owner's markings and logos are present on the container, with some dings and dents from 15 years of use.
- π© **Forklift Pockets**: There are forklift pockets at the bottom, common on 20-foot containers but less so on other sizes.
- π¨ **Ventilation**: Small vents with bug mesh are present to allow airflow while keeping insects out.
- π’ **Container Information**: The container's number, ISO code, cubic capacity, tare weight, payload, and gross weight are displayed.
- π **CSC Plate**: A metal CSC data plate contains technical factory information, important for exporting the container.
- πͺ **Door Seals**: Heavy-duty rubber door seals are designed to keep the contents dry during sea transit.
- π **Door Operation**: The right-hand door opens first, with an inner and outer locking rod mechanism.
- π οΈ **Floor and Lashing Rings**: A 28 mill treated plywood floor and cargo lashing rings are included for securing cargo.
- π **Quality Assurance**: Budget Shipping Containers ensures that each container is wind and watertight with good doors and seals, and offers a 12-month warranty.
- π **Website and Products**: The company's website offers a wide range of shipping containers, flat pack sheds, and accessories.
Q & A
What is the primary purpose of the video?
-The primary purpose of the video is to showcase a used 20-foot shipping container and explain its main construction features, which can be useful for potential buyers considering it for storage or export.
What are the common signs of wear on a used shipping container?
-Common signs of wear on a used shipping container include original owner's markings, dings, and dents along the sides, indicating it has been in use for about 15 years.
What are forklift pockets and why are they significant?
-Forklift pockets are recessed areas at the bottom of the container designed for forklifts to lift the container. They are significant as they are common on 20-foot containers and are often no longer used on other sizes, indicating the type and handling method of the container.
What is the purpose of the small vents on the container?
-The small vents, which are circular and about an inch square, are equipped with bug mesh to allow airflow while preventing insects from entering the container.
Where can the container number and ISO code typically be found?
-The container number and ISO code can typically be found on the side of the container, often repeated on the back, and provide essential identification and standardization information.
What information is included on the CSC data plate?
-The CSC data plate includes technical factory information about the container. It is important for export as shipping lines may require the data from this plate.
Why is it recommended to take a high-quality photo of the CSC data plate?
-It is recommended to take a high-quality photo of the CSC data plate because it contains important technical information that may be required by shipping lines for export purposes.
How do the heavy-duty rubber door seals benefit the container?
-Heavy-duty rubber door seals help keep the container's contents dry by sealing the doors tightly, which is crucial during sea transport, especially in stormy conditions.
How does one open the doors of the shipping container?
-To open the doors, one must first use the inner locking rod to do most of the work, then the outer one for extra leverage. The right-hand door typically opens first.
What is the purpose of the internal floor line being higher than the external floor line?
-The internal floor line is higher than the external floor line by four to five inches to provide a slight elevation which can be useful for loading heavy machinery and to prevent water from entering the container.
What type of floor does the container have and what is its purpose?
-The container has a 28-millimeter treated plywood floor which provides a sturdy base for storing items and helps protect the contents from moisture.
What is the significance of the cargo lashing rings inside the container?
-Cargo lashing rings are used to secure the contents of the container during transit, preventing movement and potential damage. They are located along the top and bottom rails and at the front corner post.
What assurance does Budget Shipping Containers provide with their used containers?
-Budget Shipping Containers ensures that all used containers are checked and repaired in their UK yards before being sold, guaranteeing they are wind and watertight with good doors and seals. They also offer a 12-month warranty on their containers.
Outlines
π¦ Introduction to Used 20 Foot Shipping Container
Chris from Budget Shipping, Containers introduces a used 20-foot shipping container, highlighting its suitability for storage or export. The video showcases the container's main construction features, such as original owner markings, dings and dents, forklift pockets, vents with bug mesh, and the container's identification number. The importance of the CSC data plate for exporting is emphasized, as shipping lines may require its information.
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Keywords
π‘Shipping Container
π‘Construction Features
π‘Forklift Pockets
π‘Vents
π‘Container Number
π‘ISO Code
π‘Cubic Capacity
π‘Tare Weight
π‘Payload
π‘Gross Weight
π‘CSC Plate
π‘Door Seals
π‘Internal Floor Line
π‘Cargo Lashing Rings
π‘Warranty
Highlights
Introduction to a used 20-foot shipping container
Main construction features for storage or export grade containers
Presence of original owner's markings and logos
Common dings and dents from 15 years of use
Forklift pockets at the bottom of 20-foot containers
Small vents with bug mesh to prevent insect entry
Container number and ISO code displayed on the side
Information on cubic capacity, tare weight, and payload
Four vertical metal locking rods for secure doors
CSC data plate with technical factory information
Importance of a high-quality photo of the CSC plate for export
Heavy-duty rubber door seals for weatherproofing
Instructions on how to open the container doors
Internal floor line is higher than the external floor line
28 mill treated plywood floor throughout the container
Cargo lashing rings for securing items inside the container
Container number visible on the inside wall
Vents on the inside of the container
Assurance of a wind and watertight container with good doors and seals
12-month warranty on all containers sold by Budget Shipping Containers
Website and online range of shipping containers for sale
Range of flat pack sheds and storage containers available
Transcripts
hi i'm chris from budget shipping
containers and in this video we're
showing you a used 20 foot shipping
container and we're showing you some of
the main construction features on it if
you want to buy this for a storage or
for an export grade container may be
handy to know as you can see coming
along the sides firstly you will nearly
always get the original owners markings
on all logos there will be some dings
and dents along the side of the
container because it has been used for
about 15 years you'll see there's
forklift pockets at the bottom these are
commonplace on 20-foot containers but
often they are no longer used on any
other size of shipping container around
tours back up here we've got small vents
there's a small circular inch square
vents with bug mesh on and stop any
insects getting in you've also got the
container number coming down the side
and you've also got the containers oso
coated as well and moving around to the
back of the container as you can see
firstly we've got the four vertical
metal locking rods these holds our doors
in place and keep them tight and keep
your container secure whilst it's in
transit over on the right hand side here
you've got your container number again
and your iso code as well as some of the
basic information about your container
the cubic capacity the tare weight or as
weight when it's empty the maximum cargo
weight or payload and the maximum gross
weight of your container
plus any payload that you're putting
inside over on the left hand side here
you'll see there's a little metal CSC
data plate this can appear anywhere on
the doors of your container but it is
here on this one and this has a lot of
the technical factory information on if
you're going to export this container
the very good chance that your shipping
lines going to want the data from this
plate so getting a high-quality photo of
that plate before it leaves your site is
a very good idea
around the doors we've got some very
heavy-duty rubber door seals these are
great for keeping your doors in place if
your containers on the sea in a storm
it's gonna keep your stuff nice and dry
inside throw through the doors very
straightforward but it's always worth
showing you ones how it's done it's the
right-hand door that always opens first
so we've got these two locking rods we
want to use the inner one first to do
most of the work
then open the outer one let's try and
get the extra leverage to walk around so
twisty captures open all your door
handles out do most of the work with the
inner one and then the outer one else
you finish it off then you can open the
door left-hand door is exactly the same
it's always a Center one Center locking
rod that you open first and that does
most of the work then you know to wander
will help you get the rest of the way
inside the container the first thing to
mention is the internal floor line
you'll see that the internal floors four
to five inches higher than the external
floor line so if you're going to store
any sit on mowers heavy machinery and
the thing like that you might like to
consider a ramp or something similar
also going inside we've got a 28 mill
treated plywood floor throughout the
base of your container at the same time
you'll also see we've got cargo lashing
rings going down on top rails down the
bottom rails and also right at the far
end of the container on the front corner
post as well
you've also got the container number on
the right hand side wall as you look
inside your container 230 finally you'll
also see the inside of any vents as a
very final thought we'd like to add if
you buy a container from budget shipping
containers everything is checked and
repaired in our UK yards before it goes
out to you this gives you the assurance
that your container is guaranteed Windom
watertight it's got good doors good door
seals and good solid floor we do also
offer a 12 month warranty with
everything that we sell so if your
container springs a natural leak or
other defect in its first 12 months with
us give us a call and we'll come and fix
it free of charge for you of course do
check out the website budget shipping
containers cote UK as well as the
largest online range of shipping
containers for sale anywhere that we
know of we also have a fantastic range
of flat pack sheds flat pack storage
containers and accessories for use with
your containers
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