In the market for a shipping container or storage solution for your home or business? A shipping container from West Gulf Container might be the solution you’ve been looking for — and best of all, we offer shipping container rentals or purchases. That makes it easy to find the right shipping container storage solution, shipping container offices, or take advantage of our shipping container modifications to get exactly what you need.
Shipping containers are durable, secure, and easily convertible structures that can fit a wide-variety of roles. In today’s blog from West Gulf Container in Houston, we will look at the differences in standard-sized shipping containers and talk a bit about who might use them.
Read on to learn more or visit us now to shop our inventory.
10-Foot Containers
The smallest of shipping containers that we offer isn’t actually used for shipping all that often — although, it can be. However, when it comes to storage and creative applications, the opportunities are just about endless.
These heavy-duty containers meet all the standards needed for most shipping applications but are most often used as shipping container storage solutions because of their durability, security, and longevity. The corrosion-resistant steel exterior and lockbox ensure that whatever you decide to ship or store in this 10-foot container, the entire 8,860 pounds of potential cargo will be safe.
From bicycles to books to conversion for a workshop space, the 10-foot storage container is an excellent choice for residential and small commercial uses.
Rent or buy new and used 10-foot containers from West Gulf Container today.
20-Foot Containers
The 20-foot standard shipping container is the most popular item that we sell. This CSC- and ISO- certified container offers intermodal freight shipping applications for rail, trucking, and maritime freight. These shipping containers move easily from truck to ship to train without needing to do anything other than lift and move the container onto a new platform.
20-foot containers have a multitude of uses and are deployed for domestic and international travel all the time when a larger shipping container isn’t required. Additionally, they often serve as secure storage spaces for many businesses and organizations including schools, fabrication yards, and more.
They are also stackable and can be used for storage and other purposes such as construction. If you’d like to learn more about these certified containers, check out our 20-foot shipping container rental and purchase page.
40-Foot Containers
Much like the 20-foot shipping container, the 40-foot shipping container is made of corrosion-resistant steel and has a heavy-duty wooden floor. Meeting the guidelines for CSC and ISO standards, the 40-foot shipping containers we sell and rent are perfect for shipping of any kind from overseas international to domestic freight trucking.
The standard 40-foot shipping container is used by companies around the world to move and store goods for short and long distance journeys. Check out the 40-foot shipping containers we have available to rent or to buy, along with all of their specs, today.
40-Foot Open Top Containers
The 40-foot open top shipping container offers the size and volume you need with the flexibility of allowing you to crane and lower cargo into it from above. Once properly stored and secured, your shipping container is protected with a large tarp to keep it safe and dry.
For particularly large cargo, an open top container can be the best choice. Learn more about these shipping containers and see our units for rental or purchase today, and don’t hesitate to get in touch with the pros at West Gulf Container with any questions you may have.
40-Foot High Cube Containers
Do you have cargo that is particularly tall? Standard containers might not give you the room that you need. For that extra bit of space, the 40-foot high cube standard container has you covered.
You might be surprised how much more you can fit into a space that is a foot taller and has a slightly wider door. To see the exact specs, check out our inventory page for our high cube containers.
Purchase Containers Of Any Size From West Gulf Container
No matter what kind of shipping container you are looking for, West Gulf Container has you covered with a wide selection of shipping containers available for rental or purchase. Best of all, we’ve been in our line of business since 1984 — and that means we bring decades of experience to each situation. At the end of the day, we know that choosing shipping containers can feel a bit overwhelming. We want you to know that we’re here to provide you with the assistance you need to choose the one that’s best for your needs and your application.
From shipping container storage to shipping container offices, we do it all. We even offer shipping container modifications, allowing you to get just what you need without the hassle. No matter your unique goals, we’re dedicated to providing you with the solutions you need and the customer service that makes the decision a breeze. Ready to get started? We’d love to hear from you, so explore our website to learn more or contact us now to request a quote.