Tunnel Container Uses

Tunnel containers are also known as double door shipping containers. They have the same dimensions as the standard ISO container but the difference is that they open at both ends. This permits access to cargo easily and is a useful feature when you use the container to store or convert projects.

Transport

Tunnel containers can be used for a variety of different uses. The dual entry points provide easy access to equipment and materials from either end making it much easier for palletised items to be moved using a forklift, and also helps in making the management of stock flow easier. Tunnel containers are often used as temporary bridges on construction sites and also as ticket entrances for events like festivals.

They are also an excellent solution for self-storage. By building a steel bulkhead, a 20ft container can be divided into two 10ft units. This can maximize the return on investment. Tunnel containers can be modified in many ways. They can have internal lighting and side windows, making them more convenient for business.

Double doors at both ends of the container make it ideal for the storage of large or bulky items. This is particularly useful in warehouses where it may be difficult to fit large machinery or vehicles into standard shipping containers. You can save a lot of time by not having to continually move the container.

Tunnel containers can be fitted with heating and cooling systems, allowing them to be used for temperature controlled storage of goods such as food, chemicals, pharmaceuticals and electronics. They can also be equipped with ventilation systems to avoid condensation of the merchandise.

Like standard shipping containers 40 ft tunnel container containers are available in both 20ft and 40ft sizes. They are ISO shipping standards and CSC coated to be used for international freight. They can also be made weatherproof by adding insulation.

They can be transported on flat-bed trucks or chassis or mounted on a truck frame or tracks. They are an excellent choice for military and law enforcement equipment as they can easily be transported between bases. This could also help to prevent unwanted identification of expensive equipment such as command-and-control centres or mobile operating theaters. They can also be transported with a range of weaponry including missile launchers. Container City in Cholula is a fantastic illustration of how an old sea containers can be turned into workshops, restaurants, galleries, and even homes!

Storage

Double-end doors containers, also referred to as Tunnel Containers, allow access to the stored items on both sides of the container. This allows for easy loading and unloading, as as 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 take items off. This is particularly beneficial for those who have to store large, bulky or awkward objects like machinery and heavy equipment.

In addition the tunnel container design allows these units to be easily converted into offices or other safe storage spaces. In contrast to open-sided shipping containers that must be completely unloaded to gain access to the contents, tunnel containers can simply be opened from either side and closed again. This is why they are ideal for creating on-site offices, or even housing for when needed.

The containers can also be used to store special equipment. For example military units can make use of them to transport high value systems to temporary sites like command and control centres or mobile operating theatres making it unnecessary for these expensive systems to be moved by road.

This method can be used to transport specialised industrial equipment such as generators or turbines. This enables rapid deployment of critical infrastructure in areas where it is needed, greatly reducing the time and cost involved with installing fixed infrastructure.

For those who want to transport something more hazardous such as biological or chemical materials, these units can be fitted with a specialized thermal insulation and a controlled temperature control system. This allows them to keep an unalterable temperature and prevents any spoilage during transport.

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 cargo that would not fit into standard shipping containers to be transported, including huge machinery, timber, construction materials or other heavy items. For added security, these containers may also be fitted with a lockbox of high security that blocks access from the top of the container.

Stuffing & De Stuffing

When it is about storage and shipping container tunnel logistics professionals employ 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. These terms refer to the process through which goods are taken out of or loaded into a shipping container. Understanding these concepts is crucial to the success of any business that utilizes shipping containers to store or distribute goods.

Stuffing a tunnel container involves carefully placing cargo in order to maximize space and meet the specific requirements of logistics. Based on the nature of the cargo, specific packing techniques and loading methods are required to avoid damage during transportation. It is important to put the largest cargo on the bottom and place lighter items on top. Additionally, it is important to use the appropriate security measures to stop the cargo from shifting during transport. Optimizing the load in the container helps reduce shipping, handling, and labour costs per unit and ensures that the container is in compliance with regulations for safe transport.

When the container arrives at its destination, container de-stuffing or unloading is an essential step in maintaining supply chain efficiency. This process eliminates any excess freight from a container for shipping, and requires careful inspection to identify any indications of water damage or other physical damage that could compromise the integrity of the cargo. Regulatory compliance and effective communication between the logistics provider and the shipper are crucial to a successful de-stuffing procedure.

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

Although tunnel containers aren't the most common type of shipping container but they're becoming increasingly sought-after in multimodal logistics applications. The double doors make them ideal for shipping and storage, as they can be opened from both ends. They're often utilised for self storage by organisations that require two access points to their stock. Portable Space can weld in steel bulkhead partitions that convert the tunnel container of 20 feet into two separate 10ft storage compartments, which is much cheaper than buying new storage containers.

Security

Tunneling is a method to establish an immediate connection between two points on a network. It encapsulates packets using one routing protocol within other protocols, which means that routers at either end of the tunnel are able to connect directly to each other.

This permits different applications to share an infrastructure. A company, for instance, can create tunnels to connect its internal resources to the public internet. This will allow them to have the same security standards for all employees and customers. Using tunnels, the company can also safeguard sensitive information from being stolen by the public network.

Despite being made of steel, containers are still vulnerable to theft. The methods of thieves have changed and they're capable of breaking into a steel container by removing the doors or hinges. For this reason, it's important for companies to implement security measures to stop the theft of their containers.

One method to accomplish this is to put a lockbox on the doors. These are welded steel shrouds that are able to fit around the lug that holds the padlock to the doors of the container, and they make it extremely difficult to get into the padlock with bolt cutters. Companies can also add a high security alarm that will notify the company if someone tries to cut through the lockbox.

Another method of increasing the security of tunnel containers is to put in a turnstile or manual secure entry checkpoint. This is particularly beneficial for events with large crowds. This can be used to shield guests from rain and wind and allow security personnel to conduct checks at the location.

Shipping containers are available in various sizes and conditions. This lets businesses find the right one to meet their needs. For instance, some containers are designed for bulky items like vehicles and machinery. Some containers come with doors on both ends to facilitate loading and unloading. There are refrigerated containers that can be used to transport fresh food items.

All of these options are available in our inventory, which includes new one-trip and tunnel containers that have been certified by the iicl5. We have a small number of these containers in Florida and Nashville and we're always adding more to our inventory. Contact us if you require an office container.