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Open Side container with full side opening, for cross-docking and forklift loading.

Definition

What is a Open Side container?

La famille Open Side regroupe les conteneurs équipés d’une ouverture latérale. Elle facilite l’accès à la marchandise sur la longueur du caisson.

Cette configuration sert quand les portes arrière ne suffisent pas. Elle réduit les manipulations pour les charges longues, les stands, les ateliers ou les stocks à accès fréquent.

Le choix dépend de la largeur nécessaire, de la fréquence d’ouverture et de l’état des portes latérales. La livraison doit aussi tenir compte du dégagement nécessaire pour ouvrir le côté.

  • Accès latéral

    L’ouverture sur la longueur améliore l’accès aux marchandises. Elle évite de vider le conteneur pour atteindre une charge située au fond.

  • Usage opérationnel

    Le format convient aux chantiers, ateliers et points de retrait. Il fluidifie les accès répétés au matériel.

  • Dégagement à prévoir

    Les portes latérales demandent un espace libre devant le conteneur. Cette contrainte doit être vérifiée avant livraison.

Range overview

The Open Side container range

La gamme Open Side répond aux besoins où l’accès prime sur la simple capacité. Elle complète les formats Dry quand le chargement arrière ralentit l’exploitation.

Les sous-familles distinguent les formats standards et High Cube. Le choix dépend du volume, de la hauteur et du dégagement latéral disponible.

  • Ouverture latérale

    Open Side standard

    L’Open Side standard facilite le chargement latéral. Il convient aux stocks à rotation et aux charges accessibles sur toute la longueur.

    Voir la sous-collection

  • Volume haut

    Open Side High Cube

    L’Open Side High Cube combine ouverture latérale et volume supplémentaire. Il devient utile pour les charges volumineuses et accessibles fréquemment.

    Voir la sous-collection
Specifications table
Specification Value Key point
Ouverture Latérale L’accès sur la longueur réduit les manipulations internes.
Structure Acier Corten selon modèles La caisse reste adaptée aux usages extérieurs.
Contrainte site Dégagement latéral L’espace d’ouverture doit être disponible sur le terrain.
Tarif Sur devis Le prix dépend du format, de l’état et de la disponibilité.

Uses

Sectors and uses for Open Side containers

Les usages Open Side concernent les situations où l’accès arrière devient trop lent ou trop contraignant. Le format améliore le travail quotidien autour du conteneur.

  • Matériel de chantier

    Les équipes accèdent vite aux outils et consommables. L’ouverture latérale évite de déplacer tout le stock.

  • Événementiel

    Le conteneur peut servir de stand, réserve ou point de distribution. La façade latérale améliore l’usage face au public.

  • Atelier mobile

    L’accès long facilite l’organisation d’un poste de travail ou d’un stock technique. Le format reste mobile selon les contraintes du site.

Warranties

Our warranties

These warranties frame the purchase before delivery. They cover the inspection of the unit, technical advice, available documents and transport coordination.

  • Pre-sale inspection

    Every unit is inspected before the sale. We check the structure, the doors, the seals, the floor and the points that matter for the intended use.

  • Technical advice

    We frame the size, the condition and the site constraints before quoting. The choice remains tied to your use, the operating lifetime and the delivery method.

  • Useful documents

    The available documents are handed over with the sale. The CSC plate — International Convention for Safe Containers — certifies safety compliance when it is required.

  • Coordinated delivery

    The delivery appointment is prepared around the access constraints. The truck, the drop-off and the handling are chosen according to the ground and the size ordered.

Condition

Choosing between First-trip and Used

  • Image and lifetime first

    First-trip

    The First-trip label means it is a new unit, straight from the factory after a single sea voyage. It keeps intact paintwork, a near-new structure and a long operating lifetime.

    This choice suits visible projects, well-finished conversions and professional uses where the site's image matters as much as the function.

    • Near-new appearance for a visible site or client reception area.
    • Paintwork, seals and floor at the cleanest level.
    • A consistent investment for long-term operation.

  • Budget and use first

    Used

    A used container has already been in shipping service. It may show dents, scratches or surface rust marks, without losing its strength or watertightness as long as the unit is inspected.

    This choice optimises the budget for storage, worksite and industrial uses where the external appearance is not a priority.

    • Lower initial budget for storage, worksite and industry.
    • Signs of use accepted when the structure and watertightness are inspected.
    • A rational choice when aesthetics are not a priority.

The right question: what does your end client see?

If the container contributes to the site's image, First-trip secures the result. If the goal is to store or produce at the best cost, an inspected Used unit is often enough.

Pricing

How much does a Open Side container cost

The price of a container is not fixed. It moves every week, in step with the global market.

A shipping container is an international trade product. Its price depends on shipping demand, logistics disruptions, the cost of Corten steel and transport to the site.

At National Conteneur, we do not promise a fixed price for the year. We give the real price of the day, at the moment of your quote request.

Prices vary with market conditions. To obtain an up-to-date quote, contact National Conteneur to request a quote.

Process

How does a project unfold?

  • Quote request

    You specify the container type, the intended use, the delivery town and any known access constraints.

  • Technical advice

    We check the size, the condition, the useful options and the delivery feasibility before pricing the project.

  • Quote approval

    The quote sets out the chosen configuration, the departure area, transport, unloading and the estimated lead times.

  • On-site delivery

    The delivery is scheduled with the right carrier. The drop-off is done according to the access, the ground and the size ordered.

Delivery

Our delivery process

A container delivery is prepared before the truck leaves. The goal is to confirm the access, the placement area and the unloading method before the unit reaches the site.

  • Access and location

    We check the access width, the clearance height, the ground bearing capacity and the placement area to avoid an impossible delivery.

  • Truck selection

    The crane truck covers most deliveries. A mobile crane can be arranged when the reach, the weight or the access requires it.

  • Unloading

    The container is set down at the approved location. The four load-bearing corners must rest on a stable, prepared support.

  • Handover

    You inspect the delivered unit and the placement conditions. The useful information stays available for follow-up after delivery.

Next step

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FAQ

Your frequently asked questions about our containers

What types of containers do you offer?

We offer Dry, Reefer, Open Side, Open Top, Hard Top, Flat Rack, Insulated, Offshore and Converted containers. Availability varies by format, condition and arrivals.

Do you deliver throughout France?

Yes, we deliver throughout mainland France with transport suited to the container format and site constraints. Access, the drop-off area and any handling needs are confirmed before shipping.

What is the delivery lead time?

The lead time depends on the model, the chosen condition, available stock and delivery distance. Common formats can generally be scheduled quickly after the quote is confirmed.

How do I get a quote?

You can request a quote online by specifying the container type, format, desired condition, delivery location and access constraints. An advisor will then confirm the most suitable solution.

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