45Ft HCPW Reefer Container – High Cube Pallet Wide Refrigerated Storage Solution

45ft High Cube Pallet Wide Reefer Container

Here’s what this container is, so you know what you’re looking at. It’s a 45-foot refrigerated steel container with a built-in cooling machine and thick insulation. High cube means it stands about a foot taller than a standard box. Pallet wide means the inside is wider, so two Euro pallets sit side by side. Outside, it measures roughly 45 feet long and 9.5 feet tall.

What people use it for

Food importers and exporters use these boxes to ship chilled and frozen cargo by sea. Fruit, meat, fish, dairy, and cut flowers are all very common loads. Distribution firms use them as extra cold space during busy seasons. Farms and packers also park one on site to hold harvests until pickup.

The good points

The extra width is the big win, because pallet loading gets much easier. A standard reefer can’t fit two Euro pallets across, so some space goes unused. At 45 feet, you carry noticeably more pallets than a 40-foot box. More pallets per trip usually means a lower freight cost per pallet. A reefer also holds a set temperature, which plain insulated boxes cannot do.

The honest bits

Pallet wide boxes are mostly built for Europe, so check they suit your routes. The extra width can cause trouble with some stacking, handling gear, and road limits. A 45-foot box also needs a longer truck, plus a wide turning space on site. Ask your haulier and your port before you buy, not after.

Power is the next big question, since most units need three-phase supply. Check your site supply first, because single-phase sites need a generator or converter. Running costs add up too, because the cooling machine uses a lot of electricity.

Ask for the make and age of the cooling unit, plus a recent test report. Also ask whether the machine still works, because some boxes have it removed. Look over the floor, door seals, and walls for dents, damp, or damaged insulation. Ask whether it’s new, one-trip, or used, because that changes price and condition.

If you run a business

If you supply food firms, importers, or farms, cold space is in steady demand. Buying through a wholesale distributor usually brings your cost per unit down. You also get straight answers about age, test results, power needs, and delivery. Freight is the biggest cost with boxes this size, so ask about it early.

That’s all we do really: tell you what we have, ship it, and let you decide.

Key Features:

• High Cube & Pallet-Wide Design: Extra storage space and pallet-wide configuration allow for efficient Euro pallet use.

• Advanced Refrigeration System: Maintains temperatures from -30°C to +30°C, offering flexibility for various products.

• Durable Construction: Built with corrosion-resistant Corten steel to withstand harsh conditions.

• Energy-Efficient: Designed to optimize power consumption and reduce operational costs.

• Customizable Temperature Settings: Suitable for transporting perishable goods, pharmaceuticals, frozen products, and more.

• ISO Certified: Meets international shipping standards, ensuring global compatibility.

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