Outdoor storage spaces from a 40’HC IICL6 shipping container, HZKU 176 339-3

Storing in an open space requires a safe, spacious and durable system. A 40‑foot (12.2 m) shipping container in the High Cube version provides the perfect solution for anyone who needs reliable outdoor storage space. This container, built to IICL 6 quality and painted in modern gray RAL 7016, offers premium protection for stored material, long service life and easy handling. Delivery of the container to Kroměříž and elsewhere in the Czech Republic is completely free.

Dimensions, load capacity and volume of a 40‑foot HC container

The standard dimensions of a 40‑foot High Cube container are:

• Length: 12.2 m
• Width: 2.44 m
• Height: 2.89 m
• Volume: approximately 76 m³
  Load capacity: up to 28,800 kg

Thanks to the increased height of the High Cube (30 cm higher than standard containers) you get even more space for bulky or tall items. Use the maximum capacity and efficiency of this solution. Dimensions are indicative and may vary slightly depending on the manufacturer.

IICL 6 Quality – Assurance of safety and long service life

The container meets strict international IICL 6 standards, guaranteeing top condition, minimal wear and maximum protection of stored material from weather, moisture and pests.

Shipping container with 12 ventilation openings and 4‑rod opening – ideal solution for forestry

Shipping containers are not only a means of transporting goods around the world – thanks to their robustness, modularity and long lifespan they also have wide applications in storage. Special attention is given to variants with 12 ventilation openings and a 4‑rod opening, which are perfect for forest management and storage of natural materials.

Why ventilation is crucial when storing seedlings and wood

When storing natural materials such as seedlings, wood, bark or wood chips, ensuring sufficient air circulation is essential. The 12 ventilation openings in the shipping container enable optimal flow of fresh air. Materials can therefore “breathe” and excessive moisture, which could cause mould, rot or loss of quality, does not develop. This is especially important for long‑term storage of seedlings, which require a stable and healthy micro‑climate.

Advantages of 4‑rod opening for daily handling

Shipping containers often have a standard two‑rod opening, which can be impractical for frequent and rapid access to stored material. The four‑rod opening variant offers significantly easier and faster handling. Individual rods can be opened separately, allowing convenient access even when the container is partially filled or when a specific part of the contents needs to be quickly loaded or unloaded. This is especially appreciated by forestry workers, where speed and efficiency are essential.

What can be stored in such a container

• tree and shrub seedlings
• logs and timber
• firewood
• wood chips, sawdust and bark
• garden machinery and tools
• pest control products
• mulching materials
• mesh, fences and enclosures
• bags of substrate or fertilizers

The combination of adequate ventilation and convenient opening gives the container versatility, allowing it to be used as a temporary store for other natural materials such as hay, straw or forest produce.

Various types of storage and usage possibilities

The container can be used not only as storage space but also as a mobile base for forestry work, seasonal equipment storage, or even as a wood dryer thanks to efficient ventilation. For forest nurseries it provides a convenient facility for storing seedlings before planting. It also finds use in sawmilling operations, by farmers, or by companies involved in landscaping and park maintenance.

Who this type of container is suitable for

• Forest administrations and forest nurseries
• Municipalities caring for public green spaces
• Sawmill and timber processing operations
• Nurseries and horticultural companies
• Farmers and agricultural producers
• Construction companies using natural materials
• Cottage owners looking for secure storage

Where the container can be placed

Thanks to its construction, the container can be placed virtually anywhere – at the edge of a forest, near a forest nursery, in a garden, within a facility area or on a construction site. For ensuring long service life, a reinforced base is recommended, such as concrete pads or a gravel bed.

How much fits into a 40‑foot High Cube container

The most common size is the 40‑foot High Cube (approx. 12 × 2.35 × 2.70 m), which offers a volume of over 76 m³. In such a container you can comfortably store, for example:

• several thousand seedlings in special trays
• dozens of cubic metres of firewood
• larger amounts of garden machinery
• complete equipment for seasonal forest work
• larger volume of wood chips or sawdust

Recommendations and inspiration for your practice

If you are looking for an efficient, safe and healthy environment for storing natural materials, a shipping container with 12 ventilations and a 4‑rod opening is the right choice. You can use it not only for seedlings or wood, but also for other materials that need to “breathe” and require easy handling. Consider installing shelves, hooks or boxes for even better internal organization. The container can also be insulated or fitted with a canopy for additional protection of the contents.

Whether you are a forester, gardener, farmer or public green‑space manager, take advantage of modern storage benefits and invest in a solution that will last for many years and adapt to your needs.

Free delivery to Kroměříž and across the Czech Republic

Order your storage container with free delivery to Kroměříž and anywhere in the Czech Republic! We take care of loading at the depot. For unloading on site a crane is required – the customer arranges this individually. Outside the Czech Republic we offer delivery based on a custom request according to the specific destination.

Take advantage of a robust, safe and spacious 40′ High Cube storage container with ventilation openings and a 4‑rod opening and gain maximum protection and comfort when storing natural materials, seedlings, wood and equipment. Free delivery across the Czech Republic!