An open top container is a type of shipping container with an open roof, typically covered by a tarpaulin, instead of a solid roof. This design allows for the loading of cargo that is too tall or irregularly shaped to fit through the standard doors of a regular shipping container. They are commonly used for oversized items like machinery, construction materials, and steel products.
Here's a more detailed explanation:
Open Top Design:
Instead of a fixed roof, open top containers have a removable or retractable roof, often made of tarpaulin, which allows for top-loading.
Loading and Unloading:
This design facilitates loading and unloading using cranes or forklifts, especially for bulky or oversized items that would be difficult to load through the container doors.
Common Uses:
Open top containers are ideal for transporting machinery, construction materials, steel products, and other goods that exceed the height or shape limitations of standard containers.
Protection:
While the top is open, a tarpaulin cover protects the cargo from the elements during transportation.
Sizes:
Open top containers are available in standard 20-foot and 40-foot sizes.
