If transporting goods is a crucial factor in your business growth, you are already aware of the delicate balance it involves between time and cost-effectiveness. To that end, you need to carefully select the shipping methods, the best possible route, and the right shipping container.<\/p>\n

CONSIDERING FREQUENCY, DEADLINES, AND OPTIMIZATION<\/b><\/h2>\n
Let\u2019s say you\u2019re importing tools from China. If you are a retailer, you keep a close check on your inventory rotation. Does it make better economic sense to ship often in smaller batches, or wait long enough that you can order a full container? For that matter, should you fill a 20\u2019 container, or a 40\u2019? Buying more products will offer scalability and potentially higher discounts from the vendor.<\/p>\n
In any case, when you are shipping in a commercial capacity, always break down the costs for each type of goods. In some cases, a less than full 40\u2019 is more cost-effective than a full twenty-footer.<\/p>\n
COMMON CONTAINER SIZES AND VOLUME LOAD<\/b><\/h2>\n
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In multimodal business transport, shipping lines, ground trucking companies and docks are equipped to handle a variety of containers. Standard sizes mean no need for special lifting crane, modified truck beds, and specially trained handlers.<\/p>\n
Specialty containers will obviously add to the shipping and handling costs, be it moisture control, refrigeration, EMI (electromagnetic interference) shield, etc\u2026<\/p>\n
When selecting a commercial container type, always make sure your freight forwarder provides equipment that obeys\u00a0 international standards<\/a>.<\/p>\n
20\u2019 STANDARD CONTAINERS<\/b><\/h2>\n
These general purpose containers will accommodate a maximum cargo weight of 28.2 tons or a volume of 33m3, whichever is reached first.<\/p>\n
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Inside length: 5.900 m<\/li>\n
Inside width: 2.352 m<\/li>\n
Inside height: 2.392 m<\/li>\n
Door width: 2.340 m<\/li>\n
Door height: 2.292 m<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
40\u2019 STANDARD CONTAINERS<\/b><\/h2>\n
A 40\u2019 container is appropriate if you are shipping lighter but more voluminous cargo. Since the maximum weight takes the tare into account, longer containers \u201close\u201d in weight capacity but make up for it in terms of cubic load. While topping max cargo weight at 26.2 tons, you can transport as much as 67.5m3 in a 40\u2019TC<\/p>\n
Inside length: 12.034 m<\/p>\n
Inside width: 2.352 m<\/p>\n
Inside height: 2.392 m<\/p>\n
Door width: 2.340 m<\/p>\n
Door height: 2.292 m<\/p>\n
40\u2019 HIGH CUBE (HC)<\/b><\/h2>\n
If your cargo combines the attributes of being light, voluminous, and generally high, HC containers are a good option to consider. With about 30cm more height, HCs give you an additional 6m3 of volume (73.5m3 total), for a maximum weight (cargo only) of 26.5 tons.<\/p>\n
Inside length: 12.034 m<\/p>\n
Inside width: 2.352 m<\/p>\n
Inside height: 2.7 m<\/p>\n
Door width: 2.340 m<\/p>\n
Door height: 2.597 m<\/p>\n
There are many different containers suitable for commercial transport. We\u2019ll reiterate the fact that to be the most efficient and profitable, your selection must factor in the type of goods, the velocity of your supply chain, as well as shipping lines options. Your freight forwarder is the best partner to help you determine the best solution for your business shipping and logistics needs.<\/p>\n
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