Shipping Container 40’HC for Conversion, IICL 6 Quality, HZKU 801 775-6

We present to you a 40-foot (12.2 metre) High Cube shipping container for conversion, now available in stock in Leeds, England. This container, manufactured in IICL 6 quality, is known for its durability and versatile use. Its RAL 5010 colour, known as gentian blue, offers not only an aesthetic element, but also resistance to weather conditions. This rich and distinctive blue colour is ideal for those who want their storage solution not only to serve, but also to stand out. Transport is not included in the price; the container must be collected from the depot by the customer.

Technical Specifications

The 40′ High Cube shippinh container is designed to maximise space and load capacity. The external dimensions are 12.192 m in length, 2.438 m in width and 2.896 m in height. The internal space is 12.032 m long, 2.352 m wide and 2.698 m high, ensuring sufficient room for storing bulky goods. The container’s payload capacity is an impressive 28,250 kg and the volume is 76.4 m³, which makes it ideal for the transport and storage of large and heavy items such as industrial machinery, furniture or automotive parts.

Converting the Container into a Public Library

In recent years, containers have become a symbol of modern and flexible living, but their potential does not end with houses and offices. One of the innovative options for converting a container is to transform it into a public library or book-exchange point. This concept offers not only a practical but also an aesthetic solution to support reading culture and community life.

Advantages of a Container Library

Converting a container into a library brings a number of benefits. Containers are robust and durable, which means they can serve as secure storage for books over the long term. Their modular nature allows for easy relocation, so the library can be placed where it is most needed, and can even move between different communities.

From an economic point of view, a container library is a cost-effective alternative to traditional buildings. Converting a container is quicker and cheaper than constructing a new building, which allows municipalities and organisations to expand library services without the need for major investment.

Where a Container Library Fits In

Container libraries are ideal for both urban and rural environments. In urban areas, they can serve as a complement to existing libraries, offering, for example, specialised book collections or spaces for community events. In rural areas, where access to books may be limited, containers provide a practical solution for spreading literature and education.

Who the Container Library Is For

Container libraries are intended for the general public. They can serve as a meeting place for young people seeking inspiration and education, for parents with children who want to spend quality time reading, and for seniors for whom the library can be a place of social interaction and relaxation.

Creative Uses of a Container Library

In addition to traditional book lending, container libraries can offer other services and activities. They can be equipped with digital devices for access to e-books, organise reading clubs, workshops or lectures. Some libraries can also function as “book boxes”, where readers can freely exchange books.

A container library is more than just a storage space for books. It is a space that promotes culture, education and community life. Thanks to its flexibility and accessibility, it is becoming an attractive option for municipalities and organisations that want to enrich their community and support reading literacy. Investment in such a library is an investment in the future, in a society that values education and the sharing of knowledge.

Logistics and Collection

Transport of the container for conversion is not included in the price, therefore the customer must arrange both the transport and unloading of the container at the destination site independently. After closing the deal, you will receive all necessary information for collecting the container from the terminal in Leeds, England. It should be noted that customers do not have access to the depot, and therefore an inspection of the container before purchase is not possible. However, you can be assured that each unit meets the same quality, type and size as the one shown in the pictures.

If you are looking for a reliable, spacious and versatile container that can serve as a base for an innovative project such as a community library, the 40-foot High Cube container is the ideal choice. Let yourself be inspired and create a space that will serve you and your community for many years to come.