We have 20ft – Standard, 20ft High Cube, 40ft Standard and 40ft High Cube.

Difference between a standard and high cube shipping container is the height where a standard shipping container is 8’6” in Height and High Cube is 9’6” in Height.

During the purchasing process on our website, you can select the dates you don’t want us to deliver your container, and we will try to get your container delivered for the very next date of your unavailable date.

Delivery of shipping containers are 3-5 working days from confirmation of order subject to availability.

Shipping containers are categorized as temporary relocatable buildings and for many applications they do not need planning permission. However, if they are to be placed in a sensitive area or are to be in location long-term then planning permission may be required. Planning authorities always say that it is best to enquire if permission is required.

When ordering a shipping container, we will ask if there are any restrictions on site that may hinder the delivery of the container. For example, if there are any obstructions regarding access of the HIAB / Tilt and Load Trailer, and if there are any overhead cables. The location of the site for the container, delivery cannot be over grass, unless it is agreed prior. In special cases we can arrange for the haulier to do a site visit (subject to cost), you can also send us some photos of the access that we can forward onto the haulier to check over.

Yes, you can arrange to collect your shipping container. When enquiring specify that you can collect, and we will arrange with the depot for you to collect the container.

Currently we don’t offer modifications of the containers.

No, we don’t buy back containers that have been modified.

Any metal surface that is exposed to temperature variations will inevitably suffer from condensation but there are ways to mitigate against this. Empirical evidence shows that he corrugated construction of modern containers (compared with flat roofs of the early containers) helps prevent condensation and no doubt the paint used also helps. The roof of a new container is slightly bowed to give an upward arc so that external water does not lie on the roof. Where water lies on the roof of a container it lowers the temperature of the metal and causes condensation on the opposite side of the steel. Condensation is more likely to occur on used containers that have roof dents where water gathers. Condensation is more likely to occur when a container is sat on cold, damp ground such as exposed soil or a flooded area; the cold from the earth permeates the container above and reduces the temperature thus causing condensation. All air has moisture in it and it is this that condenses when the temperature drops so reducing the amount of moisture in the air inside a container will prevent condensation; this can be done by ensuring items are only placed in a container on a dry day if possible; a container can be vented on a dry day by opening the doors to allow damp air to circulate out of the container and be reduced by dryer air. Also, an item called Absorpole can be placed inside a container to absorb moisture from the air over a period of time.

Shipping containers require relatively little maintenance. A new shipping container going straight into a secure storage use will require hardly any maintenance at all and this is why we recommend buying a new one. The steel work will barely deteriorate because the steel is of high quality and the paint work is excellent; you can realistically expect a 50-year life of a new container used for storage. The door hinges and locking bars may require oiling every couple of years but that takes only ten minutes. The door seals will deteriorate but they will last at least ten years depending on conditions and probably over twice as long as that. Used containers require the same attention to the doors and there may be small dents or corroded areas that may need repainting from time to time and possibly even a patch welded on. Painting a shipping container to maintain appearance is quite straight forward but does not need to be done often.

Yes, Shipping containers are made for transporting goods across the oceans – often on decks of ships. They have heavy duty rubber door seals which keep out the elements. Used shipping containers sold into the storage and the re-use market can have damaged door seals or damage to the steel roof or sides but most companies selling used containers will ensure that they are inspected and repaired before they are delivered or released. There are low-grade containers around which have usually been sold and used before and then sold on again. These containers will often be at least 15 to 20 years old and whilst some of this age can be in very good condition there is a risk that there may be corrosion or damage to doors, sides, roof etc. It is a case of ‘let the buyer beware’ and ‘you get what you pay for’. There is a strong market for new and used shipping containers so expect to pay a fair market price for a good wind and watertight container.

It is best to site a container on a dry level surface such as concrete, tarmac or paving but this is not always possible. It follows that a damp, soft and uneven surface is the worst type of surface. It is most important that the surface is level so that the doors open and close correctly. The weight of a shipping container is borne through its corners and therefore spacers such as paving stones or timbers can be placed under the corners to level the container even on very uneven ground where different numbers of paving stones or timbers can be used for each corner. Shipping containers are very versatile and are of very strong construction and will sit satisfactorily even on non-ideal surfaces such as grass for many years.

We don’t offer the painting service at the moment, but you can contact us to see if we can secure you the container with the standard RAL color code you want alternatively, we can send you reference for some of the painting companies as per your area.

The Tare Weight is the weight of a container without contents and the Gross Weight is the weight of the container including the maximum weight of contents (Gross Weight = Tare Weight + weight of contents). Typical Tare Weights (weight empty) are 20ft – 2.5 tons, 40ft – 4.0 tons (approx.). Typical Gross Weights (weight empty + contents) are 20ft – 30,480kg, 40ft – 30,480kg.

Shipping containers are invariably made of steel – high quality Corten steel – and have a hardwood floor. However, there are variations including aluminum ones.

Shipping containers are made secure by fitting a lock to the doors. There are several ways to do this; the simplest is to put a padlock through the customs tag hole in the right-hand door handle. This is fine if all you require is a preventative measure to stop anyone wandering in or accessing easily but a lock fitted this way is easily knocked off with a sharp blow of a hammer which breaks the weld of the tab that the lock fits through. For better security it is best to fit a steel hasp (also known as a locking box) across the join in the two doors at about chest height. A hasp is basically a steel shroud that covers a lock and makes it difficult to tamper with. A universal locking box will accommodate most types of padlocks, but it is also possible to fit a specific locking box to fit some locks only. Typical makes and types of lock used are No.16 Mul T Lock and a CISA bolt lock. These aren’t cheap but they are the best for the job and are very secure. With one of these types of lock fitted a container can only be broken into with heavy duty equipment such as burning or grinding gear and then it will take time and make a lot of noise.

Yes, we do. When we quote a buy-back price we consider transport costs and the amount of time the container will be in storage with us before re-sale. There are occasions when we are unable to buy-back due to location, i.e., it may be too far for it to be viable to take the container back to one of our depots.

You can purchase the shipping container through our website link i.e. http://sale.seacankings.ca/.

Check out the information on the About Delivery page for an overview and the delivery process.

The most important thing is to have enough room for the truck to drop the container. 20’ containers require 60’ of space (20’ for the box and 40’ for the truck), while 40’ containers require 100’ of space (40’ for the box and 60’ for the truck).

If a 20’ container is delivered on a semi (for instance if multiple 20’s are being delivered on the same truck) please account for the additional space.

If delivery is rejected due to the driver being unable to safely back into the location, the customer will be charged for trucking plus a re-stock fee of 15%, so please make sure you have adequate space at your location.

The location also needs to be level. You can either lay concrete or gravel, or you can place railroad ties or blocks capable of supporting the container. A good rule of thumb on railroad ties or blocks is to have on under each end and then additional blocks every 10’ or so (depending on your surface area).

A level surface is crucial to doors lining up, so blocks are a good idea to have in place. Sea Can Kings does not provide blocks, so please make sure you have your site ready at delivery.