We have had quite a few enquiries recently about “chillers” or containers that are able to maintain a temperature above freezing. Refrigerated Containers - despite the name – are able to do all of this. In fact they are able to be set between -25C and +25C and with their superior insulation they are ideal for freezing, chilling and keeping products at a consistent temperature. The most common sizes are 20ft, 40ft and 10ft
New 20ft Refrigerated Container
The most common type of refrigerated shipping container have an integral refrigeration unit which controls the temperature within the container. Originally designed to be used on ship they normally operate using a 3-phase electrical supply- although it is possible, normally at additional cost, to convert the reefer to work on single phase. New or second hand refrigerated containers are now used more and more on land. The most common purchasers are butchers, farmers, mushroom growers, plant nurseries, hospitals, paint and print suppliers etc. but we have also supplied to car manufacturers who use the temperature controlled unit to test their cars.
Inside of Refrigerated Container showing t-bar floor
There is a growing market too for refrigerated containers that no longer have working refrigeration units in them. This is because the insulation in the units is so effective and often works out cheaper than having a shipping container lined from scratch.