Open Top containers are a special type of shipping container designed to facilitate the loading and unloading of goods that cannot be easily accessed through conventional doors, especially those that are bulky or tall.
Unlike standard containers, Open Top containers have a removable or flexible roof that allows goods to be loaded from above using cranes or special equipment. This makes them ideal for transporting machinery, construction materials, or oversized cargo. We manufacture both 20′ Open Top and 40′ Open Top containers.
Main features
- Open or removable roof: can be covered with a durable tarpaulin or a removable rigid roof.
- Robust structure: made of corten steel and compliant with all ISO, CSC, and TIR regulations for international transport.
- Top access: allows loading or unloading goods from above, facilitating the handling of very large or heavy items that do not fit through regular doors.
- Standard rear doors: the container maintains doors at one end for conventional side access when possible.
Differences between fixed top rail and removable top rail Open Top containers
Choosing between fixed or removable top rails depends on the type of cargo, frequency of roof opening, and budget.
Fixed top rail: the upper beam of the container is rigid and fixed, forming part of the structure.
Features:
- The tarpaulin or cover is attached to this fixed beam.
- Does not allow removal or modification of the top structure to increase the container’s internal height.
- More economical and sturdy, ideal for loads that do not exceed standard height and where lifting or moving the top structure is not necessary.
- Typical uses: heavy and bulky loads loaded from above, but without the need to modify the roof.
Removable top rail: the upper beam is detachable or movable, allowing the complete removal of the rigid roof structure.
Features:
- Facilitates loading and unloading of extremely tall or oversized cargo that exceeds the container height.
- Provides greater flexibility in handling the cargo.
- May include fixing systems to reinstall the top structure when normal closed transport is needed.
- Typical uses: very tall machinery, prefabricated structures, materials requiring full top opening.
Advantages of Using Open Top Containers
- Allow transporting goods that would not fit in standard containers due to height or shape.
- Facilitate loading and unloading with cranes or special equipment from above.
- Adaptable to different needs depending on the type of top rail (fixed or removable).
- Comply with international regulations, ensuring safety and ease in maritime, land, and rail transport.
If you need advice on choosing the ideal Open Top container for your project, do not hesitate to contact us.
