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Containers for Industry and Metalworking — Sale, Rental and Fit-Out

Robust containers for industrial storage, heavy parts, mobile workshops, sensitive products and production logistics on industrial and metalworking sites.

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    Sector expertise

    Industry and metalworking: adding robust storage without freezing up the workshop

    Industrial sites have to deal with heavy parts, variable flows, saturated workshops and strict safety requirements. Building an extension takes time, whereas the need often arises right now: protecting raw materials, isolating hazardous products or bringing tooling closer to a line.

    The shipping container provides a solid, mobile and quickly usable solution. It can serve as a store, workshop, containment area or logistics support, in a format suited to the site's loads, access and handling equipment.

    • 3.5Mjobs in manufacturing industry in France (INSEE 2024)
    • < 48 haverage delivery time for a container to an industrial site
    • > 95 %of new containers CSC-certified from the first inspection
    • €220Bnrevenue of the metalworking and mechanical engineering industry in France
    Industry applications

    Container uses in industry and metalworking

    Industry and metalworking impose operating constraints that conventional buildings struggle to meet: heavy loads, sensitive products, interventions in ICPE or ATEX classified environments. The shipping container, designed to withstand the most demanding conditions of sea transport, precisely meets these requirements on every production site.

    Dry Containers
    Dry containers24 models

    Dry Containers

    Standard Dry container ISO 6346 (10 to 45 feet), for dry storage, export and general logistics.

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    Storage

    Storage of heavy parts and raw materials

    Coils, profiles, machined parts, molds and metal components quickly take up valuable space.

    A robust container creates an enclosed store near the workshop or dock. It protects parts from rain, dust and unauthorized access, while keeping materials available for production.

    Modified Containers
    Converted containers24 models

    Modified Containers

    Custom-fitted containers compliant with ERP standards: bungalow, office, sanitary block, snack bar, workshop.

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    Mobile workshop

    Creation of mobile workshops and maintenance areas

    Maintenance saves time when tools, consumables and spare parts are stored as close as possible to the machines.

    A container fitted out as a workshop can include workbenches, storage, electricity, lighting and ventilation. It becomes a mobile technical base for interventions, scheduled shutdowns or lines far from the central store.

    Specialist Containers
    Special containers70 models

    Specialist Containers

    Specialized containers for non-standard access, bulk cargo, dense loads, OOG and regulated materials.

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    Sensitive materials

    Storage of oils, lubricants and chemical products

    Oils, lubricants, cutting fluids, solvents and treatment products should not be stored like ordinary equipment.

    A container with containment and suitable ventilation makes it possible to separate these products, limit leak risks and support internal compliance. The configuration is defined based on volumes and safety data sheets.

    Modified Containers
    Converted containers24 models

    Modified Containers

    Custom-fitted containers compliant with ERP standards: bungalow, office, sanitary block, snack bar, workshop.

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    Industry use

    Soundproofed enclosures for compressors or generators

    Compressors, generator sets and auxiliary machines can create significant noise nuisance in a workshop.

    A container fitted with acoustic treatment, air intakes and extraction protects the equipment while reducing team exposure to noise. It also allows the noise source to be moved away from traffic areas.

    Modified Containers
    Converted containers24 models

    Modified Containers

    Custom-fitted containers compliant with ERP standards: bungalow, office, sanitary block, snack bar, workshop.

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    Industry use

    Hot Work areas (welding, grinding)

    Welding, grinding and hot work must be isolated to limit spatter, fumes and fire risks.

    A steel container can become a dedicated work area with ventilation, lighting, interior protection and controlled access. It separates high-risk operations from the rest of the workshop.

    Applications techniques

    Serveurs de production et traitement de l’eau : deux projets techniques à cadrer

    Au-delà du stockage et de l’atelier, un site industriel peut avoir besoin d’un volume dédié à ses équipements informatiques ou à un process de traitement de l’eau. Ces deux usages se préparent à partir des équipements et des conditions d’exploitation.

    Installer des serveurs à proximité de la production

    Lorsque de nouveaux équipements informatiques doivent rester sur le site, un module conteneurisé peut accueillir les baies dans un local distinct de l’atelier. Son implantation doit réserver les accès nécessaires aux interventions et au remplacement du matériel.

    Trois points sont à coordonner avec les spécialistes : les passages des réseaux et de l’alimentation électrique, les besoins de refroidissement et les dégagements autour des baies. Notre guide du data center modulaire conteneurisé détaille les interfaces à prévoir et les informations à réunir.

    Accueillir un traitement d’eau de process

    Un projet de pompage, de filtration ou de traitement d’effluents peut aussi nécessiter une enveloppe dédiée. L’intégrateur définit le procédé ; le conteneur s’organise autour du skid, des arrivées et sorties de fluides et des opérations de maintenance.

    Le plan doit notamment prévoir les raccordements, les évacuations et l’espace pour déposer un filtre ou une pompe. Le guide du skid de traitement de l’eau aide à préparer cette étude. National Conteneur chiffre l’enveloppe et les adaptations retenues à partir des données validées par les spécialistes.

    Industry constraints

    How containers meet the requirements of the industrial environment

    Modules able to withstand the industrial environment while remaining easy to move.

    • Strength and security (Corten steel)

      Corten steel, robust doors and the self-supporting structure suit environments exposed to impacts, dust and frequent handling. The container protects stock without depending on the main building.

    • Flexibility and modularity (rapid deployment)

      A container can be moved when a line changes, an internal project starts, or a site needs to reorganize its flows. It supports production changes without permanent construction work.

    • Compliance (adherence to industry standards)

      Containment, ventilation, reinforced flooring, electricity, lighting, secure access or acoustic treatment: fit-outs are chosen based on the site's risks and HSE procedures.

    Container types

    The most commonly used container types in industry and metalworking

    Industrial operations involve oversized parts, bulky equipment and specific access needs that standard containers cannot handle. The Open Top, Flat Rack and open side models were selected because they offer openings suited to overhead crane loading, side handling and storage of large equipment without height constraints.

    Formats suited to long, heavy or hard-to-load cargo via the rear doors.

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      Open Top container

      The Open Top allows top loading with a crane or overhead crane. It suits heavy metal parts, machinery and batches that are difficult to load through the rear doors.

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      Flat rack container

      The Flat Rack accommodates oversized loads, metal structures, tanks, frames or industrial engines. Its open platform makes securing and heavy handling easier.

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    • Photo illustrating Open side container (side opening)

      Open side container (side opening)

      The open side gives access to the full length of the container. It simplifies loading profiles, long pallets, tooling and parts that need direct side access.

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    Standards

    Industrial standards and regulations to comply with

    • ICPE regulations

      Storing polluting or hazardous products may require suitable containment. The type of tray, usable volume and interior layout depend on the products stored and the rules applicable to the site.

    • ATEX standards (Explosive Atmospheres)

      In the presence of solvents, dust or flammable vapors, the ATEX risk must be assessed. Electrical equipment, ventilation and accessories must be chosen according to the zone classification.

    • The Labor Code

      Containerized workshops must meet the safety requirements applicable to workstations: lighting, ventilation, access, electrical protection, circulation and evacuation according to the intended use.

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    FAQ

    FAQ: your questions about containers and metalworking

    Find answers to the most common questions about our containers and services.

    Can a container floor support very heavy machinery?

    Yes, provided the total load, point load and floor distribution are checked. For machines with concentrated support points, a steel reinforcement or a Flat Rack-type solution may be required.

    Can a container be converted into a paint booth?

    Yes, a container can be fitted out as a paint booth or technical area, but the project must include ventilation, filtration, suitable electrics, solvent management and an ATEX assessment if needed.

    How do you load 6-meter-long steel beams?

    For beams or long parts, an open side model makes side loading with a forklift easier. An Open Top or Flat Rack may also be more suitable if the site uses an overhead crane or if the load exceeds the container's dimensions.

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