Shipping Container Facts

Why Can’t I Buy Shipping Containers Directly fr...
Shipping containers aren’t sold directly from ports—they’re sold in bulk to suppliers like USA Containers who inspect them and sell them to the public.Â
Why Can’t I Buy Shipping Containers Directly fr...
Shipping containers aren’t sold directly from ports—they’re sold in bulk to suppliers like USA Containers who inspect them and sell them to the public.Â

Can a Tornado Pick Up a Shipping Container?
Learn how to secure your shipping container and protect your property during tornado season. This article breaks down the weight of containers, tornado wind speeds, and real-world examples to explain...
Can a Tornado Pick Up a Shipping Container?
Learn how to secure your shipping container and protect your property during tornado season. This article breaks down the weight of containers, tornado wind speeds, and real-world examples to explain...

What Are Shipping Containers Made Of?
Shipping containers are made from Corten steel, a weathering steel designed for durability and corrosion resistance. Their construction also includes marine-grade wood flooring, galvanized steel hardware, and weatherproof coatings.
What Are Shipping Containers Made Of?
Shipping containers are made from Corten steel, a weathering steel designed for durability and corrosion resistance. Their construction also includes marine-grade wood flooring, galvanized steel hardware, and weatherproof coatings.

Do Shipping Containers Float?
Learn how buoyancy, cargo weight, and watertightness exposure determine whether a container stays afloat or sinks.
Do Shipping Containers Float?
Learn how buoyancy, cargo weight, and watertightness exposure determine whether a container stays afloat or sinks.

Shipping Container Classifications and Certific...
Learn the key differences between shipping container grades like WWT, CW, and new one-trip containers, and why certification is essential for overseas shipping.
Shipping Container Classifications and Certific...
Learn the key differences between shipping container grades like WWT, CW, and new one-trip containers, and why certification is essential for overseas shipping.

Are Shipping Containers Wind and Watertight?
Shipping containers from USA Containers are guaranteed to be wind and watertight, protecting your items from moisture, dust, and the elements. Each unit undergoes a thorough inspection and comes backed...
Are Shipping Containers Wind and Watertight?
Shipping containers from USA Containers are guaranteed to be wind and watertight, protecting your items from moisture, dust, and the elements. Each unit undergoes a thorough inspection and comes backed...