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open top and flat rack shipping containerFlat Rack & Open Top Shipping Containersopen top container
A-freight has extensive experience handling heavy and awkwardly-shaped project cargo, and we can procure flat rack or open top shipping containers when necessary. Open top and flat rack are two types of transporting methods that are often used with cargo that is too tall or bulky to fit in standard shipping containers. Flat racks typically either have fixed or collapsible ends, and cargo is loaded from the top or sides. Open tops are closed on the sides but allow cargo to be loaded from the top, and the top is often covered with a tarp once the cargo is in place.Whether you need to transport a helicopter, turbines for a wind farm, or any other large commercial equipment, A-freight can handle the move. We specialize in moving irregularly-shaped and heavy equipment, including out-of-gauge (OOG) cargo that doesn& acute;t fit in a standard shipping container. We can handle every step of the move, including procuring cranes and other equipment necessary to load and unload your cargo.Benefits & Features of Open Tops & Flat Racks:The primary benefit of an open top or flat rack shipment is that it allows businesses to safely transport large or unwieldy cargo that doesn& acute;t fit in regular shipping containers. Below are a few of the most important things to know about each type of shipping container.Flat Rack Containers:
Standard containers come in 20& acute; and 40& acute; lengths.
Container floors are reinforced to support heavy cargo.
The front and back walls of the container are either fixed or removable for direct loading.
A-freight can shrink wrap cargo or provide another protective barrier to prevent damage or loss of parts during transportation.
Open Top Containers:Standard containers come in 20& acute; and 40& acute; lengths.
Container walls are made from corrugated steel.
Cargo is either loaded from the top or through opening rear doors.
A tarpaulin may be used to cover the top of the c