Tunnel Container Uses

The tunnel container is also called a double door shipping container. They are built with the same dimensions as the standard ISO containers, but they are opened at both ends. This allows access to cargo easily and is a useful feature if you are using the container for storage or conversion projects.

Transport

Tunnel containers can be used for a variety different reasons. The dual entry points permit easy access to equipment and materials at either end, making it easier for palletised goods to be moved by forklifts. It also helps in making the management of stock flow simpler. Tunnel containers are often used as temporary bridges on construction sites as well as ticket entrances at events like festivals.

They are also a great option for self-storage. By building a bulkhead made of steel that is 20 ft tunnel container feet long, a container can be divided into two 10ft units. This can maximize the return on investment. 40 ft tunnel container containers can be modified in many ways, such as adding lighting for the interior, and side windows - making them even more practical for businesses.

The double doors on both sides of the container also make it ideal for storing large or bulky items. This is particularly beneficial in warehouses, as it is difficult to get large machinery and vehicles inside standard shipping containers. It can save a huge amount of time as you don't have to continually reposition the container, allowing you to keep moving goods throughout the day.

Tunnel containers can be outfitted with cooling and heating units, allowing them to be used for temperature-controlled storage containers for items like pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and food items. They can also be fitted with ventilation systems to stop condensation.

As with standard shipping containers, tunnel containers are available in both 20ft and 40ft sizes. They meet ISO shipping standards as well as being CSC coated for international freight and can be weatherproofed with the addition of insulation.

They can be transported on flat-bed chassis or flat-bed trucks, or mounted on a truck frame or tracks. They are an excellent choice for military and law enforcement equipment because they can be transported between bases. This can also help hinder the identification of expensive equipment like command-and-control centres or mobile operating theaters. They can even be shipped with a range of weaponry including missile launchers. The Container City in Cholula, Mexico is an excellent example of how the old sea containers can be transformed into galleries, restaurants, workshops - and homes!

Storage

Double-end doors containers, also known as Tunnel Containers, allow access to the storage items at both sides of a container. This allows for simple loading and unloading as well making full use of the storage space. This makes these containers ideal as self storage facilities, offering access to both sides of the container, without having to unload items. This is especially beneficial for those who have to store bulky, large or awkward objects such as machinery and heavy equipment.

The tunnel container design also allows for these units to be easily transformed into offices or secure storage spaces. Tunnel containers, unlike open side shipping containers, can be opened from both ends with the doors locked again. This makes them ideal for creating on-site offices, or even housing for when needed.

These containers can be used to store specific items. For example military units could utilize containers to transport high-value systems to temporary locations such as command and control centres or mobile operating theatres making it unnecessary for these expensive systems to be transported by roads.

Similarly, specialised industrial equipment such as generators and turbines can be transported in this manner as well. This allows for the rapid deployment of critical infrastructure to areas where it is required in order to reduce the time and cost associated with installing fixed infrastructure.

These units are able to be fitted with the ability to control temperature and an insulation for thermal purposes if you are shipping a dangerous cargo, like biological or chemical materials. This allows the unit to maintain an extremely low temperature, which will prevent any loss or damage.

They can also be outfitted with a tarp cover that can be removed, providing extra flexibility for loading and unloading. This allows for tall or bulky cargo to be transported that might be too large to fit into conventional shipping containers, such as construction materials, timber, or large machinery. These containers can be fitted with lockboxes of high security that stop entry from above.

Stuffing & De Stuffing

When it comes to shipping and storage logistics professionals employ a variety of terms to describe the methods by which cargo is prepared for transportation and then moved through the supply chain. Container stuffing and destuffing are words that describe the process of loading or removing goods from a container. Understanding these concepts is crucial to the success of any company which uses shipping containers for storage or distribution.

Stuffing a tunnel container requires carefully placing cargo in order to maximize space and meet the specific requirements of logistics. Depending on the nature of the cargo specific packing and loading methods should be employed to prevent damage during transportation. This includes placing heaviest items on the bottom, stacking lighter ones on top and utilizing the appropriate securing measures to keep the cargo from moving during transit. Optimising the container load also aids in reducing shipping and handling costs, as well as labour costs per unit and ensures compliance with regulations to ensure safe transport.

Container de-stuffing, or unloading is a crucial step to ensure the effectiveness of your supply chain. This process removes any excess freight from a shipping container and involves careful inspection to identify any signs of water damage, or other physical damage that could threaten the integrity of the cargo. De-stuffing is only possible when the logistics company and shipper can communicate effectively and adhere to all applicable regulations.

For companies that require a safe and secure access point to their site using a refurbished tunnel container is an effective and cost-effective solution. These containers can be modified to serve as a turnstile or manual secure entry checkpoint that blocks access to restricted areas within the facility. These containers are popular for temporary bridges and also as ticket entrances for large events.

Although tunnel containers aren't the most commonly used type of shipping container however, they're becoming more popular in multimodal logistics applications. They're perfect for shipping and storing, as the doors are double-ended, allowing access from either end. They are frequently used for self storage by organisations who need dual access to their inventory. Portable Space can weld in steel bulkhead partitions that convert an 20ft tunnel container for sale container into two storage compartments that measure 10ft each, which is much cheaper than purchasing new storage containers.

Security

Tunneling is a way to establish a direct connection between two points of the network. It is a way to encapsulate packets that utilize one routing protocol inside other protocols, so routers at either end of the tunnel can then connect directly to one another.

This allows for different applications to use the same infrastructure. For example, a company can have tunnels for internal and public internet resources. This will allow them to maintain uniform security policies for their employees and customers. By using tunnels, companies can also shield sensitive information from being stolen on the public network.

Container cargo loads even though they're made of steel, remain vulnerable to theft. Thieves have become very sophisticated in their tactics and can take a container and break it into pieces by the removal of its hinges or doors. This is why it is essential for businesses to take measures to prevent their containers from being stolen.

The installation of a lockbox to the door is one method to accomplish this. They are welded steel shrouds that fit over the lug on the door which holds the padlock. They make it very difficult to access the padlock's area with bolt cutters. Companies can also add an alarm with high security that will notify the company if someone attempts to cut through the lockbox.

Installing the turnstile, or manual entry checkpoint with secure access, is another option to improve security. This is especially useful when there is a large number of people attending the event. This can be used to shield guests from the rain and wind, while allowing security to conduct security checks at the location.

Shipping containers come in different sizes and conditions which means that businesses can find the one that best suits their needs. Some are designed to accommodate large items like vehicles and other machinery. Some containers come with doors on both ends to allow loading and unloading to be made easier. There are even refrigerated container that can be used to transport fresh food items.

Our inventory includes both new tunnel containers for one-way trips as well as IICl5-certified used tunnel shipping container containers. We have a limited number of these containers available in Florida and Nashville, but we're constantly adding more to our inventory. If you're looking for a tunnel container for your company, get in touch with us now.