PlateauThe container(Flat Rack Container) is a special type of container with no fixed walls or ceilings on the top and bottom, with only two sides of fixed rack and bottom structure. It is commonly used to transport super-large, overweight or super-high goods, such as machinery, steel, wood, marble and so on.

The size and weight of board containers can vary by manufacturer and region, but they usually have the following standard sizes:

• External size: 20 feet (about 6.1 meters) or 40 feet (about 12.2 meters) long, 8 feet (about 2.4 meters) wide
• Height: Usually 8 feet 6 inches (2.6 meters), there are also some specifications for height 9 feet 6 inches (2.9 meters)
• Maximum allowed weight: usually 25 tons or 45 tons

Panel containers can be divided into two types of fixed-end and foldable panels. Fixed-end panels are fixed on the end board, can not be disassembled and can only be loaded from the top. Foldable panels can be disassembled, easy to transport and store.

Panel containers can be used to transport a variety of ultra-large, ultra-heavy or ultra-high sized goods, such as large machinery equipment, steel, pipes, wood, marble, bridge parts, ship accessories, etc. Using Panel containers can ensure that goods are transported safely to the destination and can reduce loading time and cost.

Choosing the right plate container requires consideration of factors such as the size, weight, shape, quantity of the goods and the transport route and method. It is also necessary to understand the loading facilities and regulations of the destination port to ensure that the goods can enter the exit shore smoothly.

The price of plate containers varies by manufacturer, model, size and market demand. Generally speaking, the price of plate containers is slightly higher than that of standard containers, but it can offer greater flexibility and transport efficiency, resulting in more cost savings. You can contact your local transport company or container supplier for more information.