What are the application scenarios of Open Top Container?

When standard containers aren't up to the task, open-top containers are the shipping option of choice. If you need to transport heavy machinery, oversized construction materials, or equipment too tall for traditional containers, open-top containers are a must-see. But what are the practical applications of open-top containers? Let's explore them with the Container Family.

Basic Structural Features

Removable Roof: The hallmark of an open-top container is its removable roof structure, consisting of steel beams and a sturdy waterproof tarpaulin secured by lashings. This allows for full access from above.

Reinforced Corner Posts: Reinforced to withstand the lifting forces and potential cargo stresses of top loading.

High-Quality Tarpaulin: Typically made of durable PVC, it's resistant to UV radiation, tearing, and harsh weather conditions.

Heavy-Duty Flooring: Steel or laminate flooring, capable of withstanding concentrated heavy loads.

Forklift Port: Standard on most open-top containers for ground handling.

Main Applications

Heavy Machinery and Industrial Equipment

Applications: Transporting factory machinery, presses, generators, boilers, turbines, large pumps, and small excavators or skid-steer loaders that exceed the height of a standard container or require overhead lifting.

Open Top Container Advantages: Direct loading and unloading via the top by crane. The reinforced structure can withstand significant point loads. Securing machinery to the lashing rings is simple.

Heavy and Bulky Construction Materials

Applications: Transporting large pipes, steel beams, precast concrete elements, structural components, large bags of minerals or sand, and other materials that are too long, tall, or irregularly shaped to fit through standard doors.

Open Top Container Advantages: Vertical loading accommodates items that cannot be loaded tilted or horizontally. The open top design allows cargo to protrude, and a tarpaulin protects cargo from damage.

Energy and Infrastructure Projects

Applications: Supporting large construction projects such as power plants, refineries, mines, and large-scale infrastructure developments. This includes transformers, reactor components, large valves, heat exchangers, and various parts of process plants. 

Open Top Container Advantages: Essential for transporting mission-critical, unique components that often require special handling. A weatherproof cover protects sensitive components during transport and on-site storage.

Transport Vehicles and Rolling Stock

Applications: Transporting heavy machinery such as bulldozers, excavators, large tractors, combine harvesters, or buses, whose height would not fit in standard containers or flat racks. Open Top Containers are also suitable for ships and yachts.

Open Top Container Advantages: Can be driven in or craned in. It is easier to secure wheeled cargo inside than with flat racks. The fully enclosed design provides effective protection against weather and potential theft.

Forestry and Logging Products

Applications: Transporting large-diameter logs, beams, or specialized sawn timber that exceeds the height of a standard container.

Open Top Container Advantages: Efficient loading, with cargo loaded directly into the container using a crane. The top opening allows for securement with chains or strapping.

Key Parameters of Open Top Containers