Tunnel Container Uses
The tunnel container is also known as a double door shipping container. They are built with the same dimensions of standard ISO containers, but they are opened at both ends. This allows access to cargo quickly and is a valuable feature if you are using the container to store or convert projects.
Transport
Tunnel containers are great for a variety of uses. The dual entry points permit easy access to equipment and other materials from either end, making it easier for palletised items to be moved by forklifts, and makes the management of stock flow simpler. Tunnel containers are often used as temporary bridges at construction sites, or as ticket entry points for festivals and other events.
They also make an excellent solution for self-storage. With the erection of a steel bulkhead partition the 20ft tunnel container could be converted into two 10ft units, maximising ROI. Tunnel containers can be modified in a variety of ways, to include internal lighting, and side windows - making them even more convenient for companies.
Double doors at both ends of the container are ideal for storage of large or bulky items. This is particularly beneficial for warehouses, where it is difficult to access large machines and vehicles in standard shipping containers. You can save lots of time by not having to continuously move the container.
Tunnel containers can be equipped with cooling and heating systems, enabling them to be used for temperature controlled storage of products such as food, chemicals, pharmaceuticals and electronics. They can also be equipped with ventilation to prevent condensation.
Like standard shipping containers tunnel containers are also available in both 20ft and 40ft sizes. They comply with ISO shipping standards, are CSC plated for international freight usage and can be made weatherproof with the addition of insulation.
They can be mounted on truck frames or tracks or transported via flat-bed or chassis trucks. They are a great choice for law enforcement and military equipment as they can easily be moved between bases. This may also stop the unintentional identification of expensive equipment, such as command and control centers or mobile operating theaters. They can even be shipped with a range of weapons including missile launchers. The Container City in Cholula, Mexico is an excellent illustration of how old sea containers can be converted into restaurants, galleries and workshops - and even homes!
Storage
Double end door containers or Tunnel Containers as they are generally referred to, allow access to stored items from both sides of the container. This allows for easy loading and unloading, as making full use of the storage space. This makes these units ideal as self-storage facilities, providing access to both sides of the container, without having to unload items. This is especially useful for those who need to store large, bulky or awkward objects such as machinery and heavy equipment.
Additionally, the tunnel container design allows them to be easily converted into offices or other secure storage spaces. Tunnel containers unlike open side shipping containers can be opened from either side and locked at the other end. This makes them ideal for creating on-site offices or even housing if required.
These containers can be used to store specialised items. Military units can use containers to transport expensive equipment to temporary locations, such as command and control centers or mobile operating theaters which eliminates the necessity to transport these systems via road.
Additionally, industrial equipment such as generators and turbines can be shipped in this way as well. This enables the rapid deployment of critical infrastructure to areas where it is required, reducing time and costs associated with the installation of fixed infrastructure.
For those who want to transport an item that is more risky, such as chemical or biological materials, these units can be equipped with specially designed thermal insulation and a regulated temperature control system. This allows the unit to maintain a low temperature, preventing any spoilage.
These units are able to be fitted with tarp covers that are removable which offer greater flexibility when loading and unloading. This allows large or heavy items that aren't able to fit into the standard shipping containers to be transported, including large machinery wood, construction materials or other large items. These units can be fitted with high security lockboxes that block access from the top.
Stuffing & De Stuffing
When it is about storage and shipping logistics professionals use a variety of terms to describe how cargo is readied to be transported and moved through the supply chain. These terms include container stuffing and de-stuffing, which refer to the process through which goods are placed into or removed from a shipping container. Understanding these concepts is important to the success of any company that utilizes shipping containers for storage or distribution.
Stuffing a container tunnel involves strategically placing freight in order to maximize space and meet specific logistical requirements. To prevent damage in transit, packing and loading techniques that are specifically for the cargo are required. It is crucial to place the heaviest cargo on the bottom, and stack lighter items above. Additionally container tunnel ventilation is essential to use appropriate security measures to stop the cargo from shifting in transit. Optimizing the load of the container also helps reduce shipping, handling, and labour costs per unit and ensures that the container is in compliance with regulations to ensure safe transport.
Upon arrival at the destination the process of unloading or de-stuffing the container is an essential step in maintaining supply chain efficiency. This process involves removing any excess freight from a container and requires a careful examination for any indications of physical or water damage that could affect the integrity of the cargo. Regulatory compliance and effective communication between the logistics service provider and the shipper are crucial to a successful de-stuffing process.
Refurbished tunnel containers are a cost-effective solution for businesses that require a safe and secure access point to their site. These containers can be converted to a turnstile or an entry point that can be manually controlled to restrict access to areas within the facility. These containers are popular for temporary bridges as well as ticket entry points for large events.
Tunnel containers aren't the most popular type of shipping container, but they're gaining in popularity for multimodal logistics. Their double end doors make them ideal for shipping and storage because they are accessible from both ends. They are frequently used for self storage by organisations that require two access points to their inventory. Portable Space can weld steel bulkhead partitions to a 20ft container to create two separate 10ft storage compartments. This is much cheaper than buying new storage containers.
Security
Tunneling is a method to set up a direct point-to-point connection across networks. It encapsulates the packets using a single routing protocol within other protocols so that routers at either end of a tunnel can connect directly to one another.
This allows for different applications to share the same infrastructure. A company, for instance can create tunnels to connect its internal resources with the public internet. This can help them maintain uniform security policies for all employees and customers. The company can also protect sensitive data from being intercepted through tunnels.
Despite being constructed of steel, containers are still vulnerable to theft. The methods used by thieves have evolved and they're now able to break into a steel container by taking the hinges or doors off. It is therefore essential that businesses take measures to ensure that their containers are not taken.
The installation of a lockbox to the door is one method to achieve this. These are steel shrouds that are able to fit around the lug that secures the padlock on the container doors, and they make it extremely difficult to get into the padlock area with bolt cutters. Companies can also add an alarm with high security that will alert the company if someone tries to cut through the lockbox.
Another method of increasing the security of tunnel containers is to install an automated or manual entry checkpoint. This is especially useful when there is a large number of people attending the event. This can be used to shield guests from rain and wind while allowing security to conduct checks at the venue.
Shipping containers are available in various sizes and specifications. This allows businesses to select the one that best suits their requirements. For instance, some are made for heavy items, such as vehicles and machinery. Others are fitted with doors on both sides making them easier to load and unload. And, there are even refrigerated containers that can be used to transport fresh food.
All of these options can be found in our inventory, which includes new one-trip and tunnel containers that have been certified by the iicl5. We have a few of these containers in Florida and Nashville but we are constantly adding to our inventory. Contact us if your company requires a container for your business.