Dark Gray 40’HC One-Way Container in RAL 7016 HZKU 657 930-2

We offer a one-way shipping container with a length of 40 feet (12.2 meters) in the High Cube version, which means increased height for maximum space utilization. This container meets the strict IICL 6 quality and is in a modern dark gray design with a shade of RAL 7016 “anthracite gray”. It is an elegant, deep and muted gray color with a hint of graphite, which looks discreet, modern and is resistant to dirt and sunlight. Thanks to this color, the container is perfect for historical and modern buildings, does not disturb the surroundings and looks professional. Container transport to Brno, but also elsewhere in the Czech Republic, is completely free!

Technical parameters – dimensions, load capacity, volume of a 40-foot HC container

• External dimensions: length 12.2 m × width 2.44 m × height 2.90 m
• Internal dimensions: length approx. 12.03 m × width approx. 2.35 m × height approx. 2.70 m
• Volume: approx. 76 m³
• Load capacity: up to 28,800 kg
• Empty container weight: approx. 3,900 kg
• Floor: wooden, resistant to high loads

• Doors: double-leaf, lockable, with the possibility of security

Shipping container for museums: A modern storage and facilities solution

Shipping containers are increasingly used in the field of museology. Thanks to their robust construction, variability and easy transportability, they represent an ideal solution not only for temporary storage, but also for conversions into specialized spaces. Museums today are looking for effective ways to manage their collections and operational facilities safely, flexibly and economically – and the shipping container offers an answer to many of these needs.

Possible uses for museums

Shipping containers are versatile and easily customizable. In museums, they can serve, for example, as:

• Storage spaces for collection items, archives, decorations or exhibition materials.
• Temporary depositories during renovations of the main building.
• Mobile exhibition halls or galleries for temporary exhibitions outside the main museum.
• Facilities for restorers, curators or technicians.
• Creative workshops and educational spaces for the public.
• Technical rooms for storing aids, lighting or handling equipment.

What can be stored in the container?

Both ordinary objects and sensitive collections are suitable, provided the container is equipped with proper insulation and air conditioning. The shipping container can safely accommodate, for example:

• Paintings, sculptures, archaeological finds
• Archival materials and documents
• Sets, exhibition panels and display cases
• Lighting and sound equipment
• Equipment for workshops and interactive programs
• Protective equipment, work tools

How much fits into a 40-foot High Cube container?

The most commonly used is a 40′ High Cube container with dimensions of approximately 12.2 x 2.44 x 2.89 m (length x width x height). The usable volume is approximately 76 m³. This means that hundreds of boxes, shelves or dozens of larger artifacts, including protective packaging and handling equipment, can be stored in one such container. For museum purposes, we recommend equipping the interior with shelves, dehumidifiers and possibly a security system.

Possibilities of conversion and modification

Containers can be easily customized to the specific needs of the museum:

• Insulation and air conditioning for sensitive collections
• Security features – alarms, security doors
• Interior equipment – shelves, cabinets, work tables
• Lighting and electrical installation
• Windows, doors, ventilation systems
• Exterior modifications – stickers, paintwork, museum logos

For some projects, containers can be connected into larger units to create modular depositories, workshops or even visitor zones.

Who is the container suitable for?

A shipping container is an ideal choice for:

• Regional and city museums with limited facilities
• Museums under reconstruction or when moving collections
• Museums that organize traveling or seasonal exhibitions
• Institutions needing to quickly expand storage capacities
• Museum depositories with a requirement for mobility

Advantages of using a container in museology

• Fast availability and easy transport
• Flexibility in location and use
• Security and protection of collections
• Possibility of custom conversion
• Low operating costs compared to building a depository
• Mobility – can be moved to another location as needed
• Temporary and permanent solution

More ideas and inspiration

You can also use the container in an unconventional way: as a mobile information center, a ticket office at the entrance, a museum café, an educational center in the field or as a facility for outdoor events. A modular container assembly can serve as part of festivals, exhibitions, workcamps or community projects.

Recommendation

When choosing a suitable container for a museum, we recommend considering the requirements for security, air conditioning and interior modifications. Don’t forget the possibility of connecting multiple containers for larger spaces or combining different functions within one device. A shipping container is a smart, modern and economical solution that will be appreciated by every museum that needs to be efficient, safe and flexible.

Take full advantage of the potential of shipping containers and take the operation of your museum to a new level!

Free transport Brno and throughout the Czech Republic

Transport of this container to Brno and anywhere else in the Czech Republic is free and included in the price. Transport outside the Czech Republic is possible by individual agreement according to the destination. Unloading on site is carried out using a crane, which is provided by the customer himself. Loading in the depot is already included in the price.

Take advantage of the offer for a one-way 40’HC container in elegant anthracite gray RAL 7016, in top IICL 6 quality and with free transport throughout the Czech Republic. A reliable solution for museums, galleries and other institutions – safely, quickly and without worries!