Why are steel containers the preferred choice for cargo transportation?

Steel containers have become the core carrier for global cargo transportation and storage due to the high corrosion resistance of weathering steel and service life of over 25 years. This article provides professional analysis from material properties to structural details, combined with 2024 global price data.

Core Material: Weathering Steel (Corten Steel)

• Application parts: frame, door panels, roof, walls and bottom beams and other key structures
• Performance advantages: Corrosion resistance is 5-8 times that of ordinary steel, strength reaches over 355MPa (according to ISO 16145 standard), can withstand harsh environments such as marine salt spray, extreme temperature and humidity

Key Structural Components Detailed Analysis

• Corner fittings and corner posts: 8 corner fittings achieve stacking fixation through twist locks, corner posts serve as main load-bearing structures, single post load capacity can reach 20 tons (CSC certification standard)
• Ventilation openings: ISO standard container standard, using weathering steel mesh design, daily air exchange rate reaches 15m³/h, effectively preventing cargo moisture
• CSC nameplate: Marks key information such as container tare weight, maximum load capacity, production standards (such as ISO 668), etc., which is an essential safety certification identifier for international transportation

2024 Global 40ft Cargo Container Price Reference

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