What are our 20ft Dangerous Goods Storage Containers used for?

Dangerous Goods Storage Containers, also known as DG Units or hazardous goods containers, are specially designed containers used for the transportation and storage of goods that are classified as hazardous or dangerous. These containers are crucial for ensuring the safe handling and transportation of materials that may pose a threat to human health, safety, or the environment if not properly managed.

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Here are some common uses for our 20ft Dangerous Goods Storage Containers:

  1. Transportation: Dangerous Goods Storage Containers are often used to transport hazardous materials by sea, land, or air. These containers are built to meet international standards and regulations set by organizations such as the International Maritime Organization (IMO), International Air Transport Association (IATA), and others.
  2. Storage: Dangerous Goods Containers provide a secure and controlled environment for the storage of hazardous materials. This is important for businesses and industries that need to store chemicals, flammable liquids, gases, or other dangerous substances on-site. Our 20ft dangerous goods storage containers are designed to prevent leaks, spills, and other potential hazards.
  3. Compliance: Dangerous goods regulations mandate the use of specialized containers for transporting certain types and quantities of hazardous materials. Dangerous Goods Storage Containers help businesses comply with these regulations.
  4. Protection: These containers are designed to withstand various environmental conditions and prevent the release of hazardous materials in case of accidents, such as collisions or punctures. They often include features like reinforced walls, ample ventilation, and spill containment systems.
  5. Isolation: Dangerous Goods Storage Containers help isolate hazardous materials from other goods during transportation and storage. This helps prevent cross-contamination and minimizes the risk of accidents.
  6. Emergency Response: In the event of an emergency, having hazardous materials stored in specialized containers makes it easier for emergency responders to identify, contain, and manage the situation safely.

HAZMAT Certified Dangerous Goods Containers Available

  • Class 2 DG Container (Gas Cylinder Storage) – AS 4332-2004.
  • Class 3 DG Container (Flammable Liquids) – AS 1940-2004.
  • Class 4 DG Container (Flammable Solids) – AS/NZS 5026-2012.
  • Class 5.1 DG Container (Oxidising Agents) – AS 4326-2008.
  • Class 5.2 DG Container (Organic Peroxides) – AS 2714-2008.
  • Class 6.1 DG Container (Toxic Substances) – AS/NZS 4452-1997.
  • Class 8 DG Container (Corrosive Substances) – AS 3780-2008.
  • Class 9 DG Container (Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods) – AS/NZS 4681-2000.

Dangerous Goods Container Features

  • Fully painted premium grade container.
  • Fully welded steel flooring.
  • An RHS floor frame.
  • Front steel bund wall.
  • All appropriate plates & signage.
  • Non-spark industrial mesh floor covering (except in Class 2 Dangerous Goods Units).
  • Internal safety handle.
  • Lockable valve tap.
  • Weatherproof vents.
  • Double opening doors.
  • Storage capacity of approx 4,000 litres – (3m unit).
  • Storage capacity of approx 10,000 litres – (6m unit).

Safety signage is also available if required.

Modified Dangerous Goods Containers

We can also modify our 20ft dangerous goods storage containers to suit certain requirements, keeping them within the Australian Standards code using specialised components. Options include additiona ventilation, insulated paneling and air conditioning.

Will the contents of your Dangerous Goods Container be heavy or bulky? Why not install an overhead Gantry System that allows easy loading and unloading. We can add it to your Modified Dangerous Goods Container, no problem at all!

Customised Dangerous Goods Containers Also Available

Of course Port Shipping Containers can also customise containers to suit your specific requirements, so if you have a special challenge that needs to be met, feel free to give us a call on 1300 957 709 to discuss your particular needs.

Who uses Dangerous Goods Storage Containers

  1. Chemical Industry: Companies involved in the production, distribution, and transportation of chemicals often use Dangerous Goods Containers to move hazardous substances such as corrosive liquids, flammable gases, and toxic materials.
  2. Petroleum and Oil Industry: The transportation of petroleum products, including fuels and various chemicals used in the oil and gas sector, requires compliance with dangerous goods regulations. DG storage containers are essential for safe transport and storage.
  3. Pharmaceutical Industry: Pharmaceuticals often include materials that are considered hazardous. Dangerous Goods Containers are used to transport and store these substances securely, ensuring compliance with regulations governing the pharmaceutical industry.
  4. Manufacturing Industry: Facilities that produce goods using hazardous materials, such as paints, solvents, adhesives, and industrial chemicals, use DG containers for both internal storage and external transportation.
  5. Mining Industry: The mining sector utilizes dangerous goods storage containers for the transport and storage of explosives, chemicals used in mineral processing, and other hazardous materials associated with mining operations.
  6. Waste Management and Environmental Services: Companies involved in the collection, transportation, and disposal of hazardous waste use specialized containers to handle materials that may pose a risk to human health and the environment.
  7. Transportation and Logistics: Shipping companies, trucking companies, and air cargo carriers use 20ft dangerous goods storage containers to transport hazardous materials in compliance with international regulations. These containers are designed to meet specific safety standards for each mode of transportation.
  8. Laboratories and Research Facilities: Research institutions and laboratories handling hazardous chemicals often use DG containers for safe storage and transportation of these materials within the facility or for shipments to other locations.
  9. Agricultural Industry: Some agricultural products, such as certain pesticides and fertilizers, are classified as hazardous materials. Dangerous Goods Containers are employed to transport and store these substances safely.
  10. Healthcare Industry: Hospitals and healthcare facilities use specialized containers for the transportation of medical waste and certain pharmaceuticals that may be considered hazardous.

Quality Manufacturing Is Vital To Your Safety

Dangerous goods containers need to be of the highest quality possible. It is simply not worth risking your business or your staff’s health on substandard containers. At Port Shipping Containers, we are experienced and skilled in all the elements required to create high quality dangerous goods and hazardous containers to meet the regulated Australian Standards. So if you need a 20ft dangerous goods storage containers, then make sure you buy it from the experts. Simply fill in our quote form and we will send you our complete price guide, or alternatively, you can call 1300 957 709 and we can organise everything for you.

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