20FT Used Open Top Shipping Container

Heavy-Duty Access. Built for Oversized Loads.

The 20FT Used Open Top Shipping Container is purpose-built for vertical loading operations. Unlike standard containers with fixed roof structures, this unit features a removable vinyl tarp and detachable roof bows, enabling overhead access for equipment, tall cargo, or non-standard freight.

Constructed from CORTEN weathering steel, the container is built to withstand environmental exposure and mechanical stress. It includes a 28mm 19-ply marine-grade plywood floor, forklift pockets, and factory-installed vents for controlled airflow. Fully certified as wind and water tight (WWT) and suitable for international shipping, this unit offers long-term reliability for a variety of industrial and commercial applications.

Key Specifications

• Construction: High-tensile CORTEN anti-corrosive steel

• Flooring: 19-ply marine-grade plywood, 28mm thick

• Roof System: Detachable roof bows and vinyl tarp (included)

• Doors: Swing doors with lockable handles, cargo-rated

• Sealing Integrity: Wind and Water Tight (WWT)

• Handling: Integrated forklift pockets

• Ventilation: Passive weatherproof air vents

• Average Age: 10–14 years (used condition with minor wear)

• Export Status: Surveyor certification available upon request

Dimensions & Capacity

Note: Height clearance increases with roof removal.

Structural Notes

• Roof bows and tarp system can be detached entirely to allow crane access or unconventional freight loading.

• Flooring is reinforced for heavy machinery or industrial-grade materials.

• Steel side walls and corner posts maintain full structural integrity under load stress.

• Doors are tested to ensure alignment, gasket seal, and full range of motion.

• Cosmetic wear such as dents, rust, or abrasion is consistent with age and does not affect functionality.

Application Suitability

Crane-Based Loading Operations
Ideal for freight that requires vertical lift-in, including engines, transformers, or production machinery.

Construction & Industrial Sites
Used for quick-access equipment staging, tool housing, or heavy-duty material storage.

Export Shipping of Irregular Freight
Supports international logistics where top-down loading is more efficient than rear-door access.

Fabrication Projects & Modifications
Useful as a base unit for custom builds needing unobstructed vertical or open-air access.

Inspection Overview

Every unit undergoes a 12-point quality inspection process including:

• Roof frame and tarp integrity check

• Door locking and sealing system test

• Floor load assessment

• Rust and panel thickness evaluation

• Forklift pocket alignment and integrity

Units meet ISO container standards unless customized for specific domestic use.