Different Classifications Of Container Houses

With the continuous development of container transportation, different types of containers have emerged to meet the needs of different types of goods.

Classification by materials used
According to the materials used in the main components of the box (side walls, end walls, roof, etc.), it is called a container made of materials. Containers can be divided into three categories based on the classification of materials used:
(1) Aluminum alloy containers have the advantages of lightweight, beautiful appearance, corrosion resistance, good elasticity, easy processing, low processing and repair costs, and long service life; the disadvantages are high cost and poor welding performance;
(2) Steel containers have the advantages of high strength, firm structure, high weldability, good water tightness, and low price; the disadvantages are heavy weight and poor anti-corrosion properties;
(3) FRP containers have the advantages of high strength, good stiffness, large internal volume, heat insulation, anti-corrosion, good chemical resistance, easy cleaning, and simple maintenance; the disadvantages are heavyweight, easy aging, and reduced bolt strength.

Classified by structure
Containers can be divided into three categories according to structure:
(1) Inner-pillar and outer-pillar containers mainly refer to aluminum alloy containers. Inner-pillar containers refer to side pillars (or end pillars) located in the inverted wall or end wall; outer-pillar containers refer to side pillars (or end pillars) located in the inverted wall. outside the wall or end wall;
(2) Foldable container means that the main components of the container (side walls, end walls, roof) can be easily folded or disassembled, and can be easily assembled when used again;
(3) Thin-shell containers are composed of all components in a steel body. Its advantage is that it is light in weight and can adapt to the torsion that occurs without causing deformation.

Classification by purpose of use
1. Ordinary container
General containers, also known as dry cargo containers, are mainly used to transport cultural supplies, daily necessities, medicines, textiles, handicrafts, chemical products, Wujinjiaodian, electronic machinery, instruments machine parts, etc. Containers account for 70~80% of the total number of containers. In addition to frozen goods, live animals, and plants, dry cargo containers can be used for goods that are suitable for container transportation in terms of size and weight.
2. Refrigerated container
Refrigerated containers are divided into two types: external and internal. The temperature can be adjusted between -60℃~+30℃. The built-in container can start the refrigerator at will during transportation to keep the container at the specified temperature; the external type must rely on the refrigerators on container-specific vehicles, ships, and special yards and stations for refrigeration. This box is suitable for transporting butter, chocolate, frozen fish, condensed milk, margarine, and other items in summer.
3. Open the top container
Open-top container, also known as open-top container, open-top container, this kind of container has no roof but has a roof made of canvas, plastic sheet, or plastic sheet supported by foldable roof beams. The crane can load and unload cargo from the top of the container, and the top of the container can be opened or the container does not have a fixed top. When shipped, the top is covered with a tarp, which has the same watertight requirements as a dry cargo box. Suitable for loading heavy goods such as glass plates, steel products, machinery, etc.
4. Frame container
Frame containers have no roof or sides, and are characterized by loading and unloading from the sides of the container. Mainly carrying overweight cargo, it is also convenient for loading livestock, as well as bare cargo such as steel that can be loaded without external packaging. It is also very convenient to lift large, ultra-wide, and ultra-high cargo.
5. Livestock Containers
The side of the livestock container is made of metal mesh, which provides good ventilation and convenient feeding. This is a special container designed to transport live animals such as cattle and horses.
6. Tank container
Tank containers are also called liquid containers. It is a special container used to transport liquid goods such as food, medicine, chemicals, etc. Its structure consists of a liquid tank fixed within a metal frame. The standard tank is a stainless steel pressure vessel mounted in a fastened external frame. The inner tank of the tank is mostly made of 316 stainless steel. Most tanks have steam or electric heating, inert gas protection, pressure relief, and other optional equipment required for fluid transportation and handling.
7. Platform container
The shape of the platform container railway flat car is similar to that of the railway flat car. It is a container with a high carrying capacity and no superstructure. Suitable for loading overweight and long cargo, the length can reach more than 6 meters, the width can reach more than 4 meters, the height is about 4.5 meters, and the weight can reach 40 metric tons. Moreover, two platform containers can be connected to load 80 metric tons of cargo. It is very convenient to load trucks with this kind of box.
8. Ventilated Containers
There are 4-6 ventilation holes on the wall of the ventilated container, and the inner wall is coated with a plastic layer. It is suitable for storing fresh vegetables, fruits, and other items that are afraid of heat and stuffiness.
9. Insulated container
There is a heat insulation layer inside the insulated container, and there are air inlets and outlets on the top of the box, and the angle can be adjusted. The temperature inside the box can be adjusted by the outside air and wind direction, and it can be unaffected by the outside temperature for a certain period of time when closed. Suitable for shipping goods that are sensitive to temperature and humidity.
10. Bulk containers
Bulk containers are generally equipped with 2 to 3 small hatches on the top to facilitate loading. There is a lifting frame at the bottom, which can be raised to a 40° tilt angle for easy unloading. This kind of box is suitable for storing bulk goods such as grain and cement. If plant quarantine is required, it can also be steamed and washed in the fumigation cabin.
11. Bulk powder cargo container
Bulk powder containers are basically the same as bulk containers, but use nozzles and suction pipes for loading and unloading.
12. Hanging container
Hanging containers are suitable for shipping clothing products. With the development of trade, the commodity structure continues to change, and various types of special or multi-purpose containers will appear in the future.