Types of Shipping Container Doors
Shipping containers for storage are more customisable than your typical shipping container. The original cargo doors manufactured for all shipping containers are a necessary requirement for shipping, but they don't always provide the best option after the unit has been off-hired by the shipping lines. Especially when it takes on the role of providing a secure but accessible storage unit, an office for business use or as a pop-up shop or catering unit.
Containers Direct now offer five distinct door styles for our converted shipping container products as standard, which can be fitted in the end of the container and also in the long side. We also have a wide range of alternative door types to fit any requirement from sliding patio doors to full length bi-folding ones. Take a look at our conversion for Cheshire Wildlife Trust which features the original container doors (S2) on the short end, a set of S1 side doors in the long side, and behind them a set of black UPVC Sliding Doors!
S1 Doors
- Description: 3mm steel panels, lightweight, single locking bar
- Advantages: Reduced weight makes them easier to use than shipping container doors. Fabricated from thicker 3mm steel rather than 1.6mm used for standard container doors.
- Recommended for: Storage containers for schools, clubs and domestic storage, where you require frequent use.
Compressed Door Seals
One of our most popular and highly recommended optional extras for our S1 doors. These are attached to the inside of the container door and compress to form a watertight seal when the door is closed. Cost: £65.00 plus VAT.
S2 Doors
- Description: Original shipping container cargo doors, corrugated steel panels, external rubber seals and two locking bars.
- Advantages: Excellent security and guards against all forms of water ingress without the need for extra modification.
- Recommended for: Heavy duty storage, especially construction sites, or where access is required less frequently.
S3 Doors
- Description: Steel panel doors, lightweight, two locking arms, internal compressed door seals. These doors are unique to Containers Direct!
- Advantages: Combines the best features of S1 and S2 doors.
- Recommended for: Storage of items easily damaged by moisture e.g. paperwork, fabrics, furniture.
S4 Doors
- Description: ROLLER SHUTTERS DOORS. Open upwards, fully welded galvanised steel, manual or electric operation. Can also be added to the long side of the container, and wider roller shutters are available upon request.
- Advantages: More space for loading/unloading, especially if using forklifts.
- Recommended for: Conversions used for business units e.g. warehouses, market stalls, garage workshops.
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Contact our sales team for your no obligation quote, including delivery!S5 Doors
- Description: PERSONNEL DOORS. Made from steel, 10 point locking system, rubber sealed, thermal insulation.
- Advantages: Convenient for daily use, aesthetically pleasing and professional appearance, very secure.
- Recommended for: Containers for very frequent use, office conversions, pop-up shops and catering conversions as well as business premises conversions.
Bespoke Doors
Depending on what you're looking to do with your container, whether it's going to be a bespoke office or conference room, or a unique pop-up shop, we are able to fit a variety of other door options other than container style doors to any space available in the container. For example, we can fit a variety of household doors such as patio doors, sliding doors and bi-folding doors, or we fabricate add extra wide doors to really maximise the storage space available!
Testimonials
As a long established and reputable shipping container company, we want to instil confidence in our customers that we can deliver on our promises, and provide high quality products and service.But don't just take our word for it, see for yourself what our past and present clients have to say about Containers Direct.
"I remembered when we purchased two containers from you a couple of years ago that I was pleased with the service then and this time was no exception, every thing was fantastic from start to finish. I will certainly be in touch should we need further containers, please pass my thanks to all who were involved as it a pleasure to do business with you."Ray Watkins, Broxbourne Sports Club
10th April 2024
order - a 3m Flat Pack Container
"Delivery was simple and efficient. Driver/crane operator knew exactly what he was doing.Delivery was simple and efficient. Driver/crane operator knew exactly what he was doing."Clare Spencer
2nd April 2024
order - a 4m Flat Pack Container
"Excellent service, i've had 8 containers from you now and never had any issues."Q3 Langley Academy
28th March 2024
order - a 10ft Used Shipping Container
"The container is very high standard."Bushcraft Company
20th March 2024
order - a New Once-Used 20ft Container
"Overall, an excellent service and product. Now that our container is built, it is proving to be vital for our needs at present. Thank you."Andrew Black
20th March 2024
order - a 3m Flat Pack Container
"Cory and the team were very friendly and efficient. Thank you"R B Cooke & Son
21st February 2024
order - a New 20ft Shipping Container
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