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  • What sizes do the shipping containers come in? arrow

    International standard (ISO) sizes are 20-foot, 40-foot, and 40-foot “high-cube,” which are the three most common sizes. For additional sizes, dimensions, and technical specifications, view our containers for sale.


    What materials make up a shipping container? arrow

    New ISO containers are constructed of steel with marine-grade plywood flooring.


    Are the shipping containers new or used? arrow

    Interport sells both new and used containers. New containers come direct from the factory, as one-trip units, meaning they have only been used to carry freight once. Used containers are available in a range of conditions. Interport categorizes containers into four classifications.


    How does Interport grade used shipping containers? arrow

    IICL: (As recommended by the International Institute of Container Lessors.) IICL used shipping containers meet the highest quality, uniform standards and are suitable for prolonged international marine use, ground level storage, and modifications.

    Cargo-worthy: – (Not repaired or maintained in accordance with IICL guidelines.) Cargo-worthy used shipping containers are a great option for ground level storage and modifications. These used containers are also suitable for international marine use, but first need to be physically inspected and certified by a third-party container surveyor.  These shipping containers may have minor surface rust and dents.

    Wind and watertight: (A slightly lower standard than cargo-worthy.) These used shipping containers may not meet international marine use standards but are wind and water-tight, and a good choice for ground level storage. These shipping containers may have minor surface rust and dents.

    As is where is: As is where is containers are sold in their current condition, which can include dents, rust, holes in the floor, and other interior irregularities or missing components. Suitable for fencing, walls, barriers, and other non-transportation applications.


    What are the most common shipping container uses? arrow

    Container uses include weather-tight storage, overseas shipping, portable offices and restrooms, modular buildings, machinery and equipment storage, military command centers, hunting shelters, and much more. For more popular modifications, view our shipping container modifications and customization options.


    Does my container require a survey report? arrow

    If you are using the container for international shipping it will require a physical inspection and certification by a third-party container surveyor. Interport can facilitate this process.


    How are the shipping containers delivered? arrow

    Interport outsources its delivery service to third-party trucking companies. Containers can be delivered by either flatbed, tilt-bed, low-boy (low-bed) trailer, or chassis. Please note container delivery by flatbed, low-boy (low-bed) trailer, or chassis requires a forklift or crane at the delivery site. Alternatively, you can arrange for pick-up at Interport using a trucking company of your choice.


    How should I prepare the ground for delivery? arrow

    Your shipping container should be placed on firm, dry, level ground, i.e. pavement, gravel, or hard dirt. If your container is being delivered by flatbed trailer, you will need a crane or forklift onsite at the time of delivery so you can lift the container off the truck.


    How much room is required for tilt-bed delivery? arrow

    A 20-foot container requires 60-feet of straight running room (no bends), 12-feet wide. A 40-foot container requires 120-feet of straight running room for delivery by tilt-bed truck (no bends), 12-feet wide. For the height, a minimum of 14-feet of overhead clearance is needed for containers on a chassis/tilt-bed or on a low-bed (low-boy) so as not to hit wires, etc. If the trucking company cannot make delivery, customer will be responsible for all related trucking and transportation costs.


    How can my shipping container be customized? arrow

    Interport has a dedicated, purpose-built modification shop on-site. Some popular modifications are personnel doors, roll-up doors, windows, painting, electrical, and HVAC. Other container customization options are also available.


    How is payment made? arrow

    Once you have ordered your shipping container, Interport will issue you an invoice. Once your invoice is paid via check, money order, wire transfer, cash, or credit card, Interport will release your container to you or to the trucking company making your delivery. You can also make online payments here.


    Contact us with questions or for more information

  • Is Interport Open for Business? arrow

    Interport is still up and running. Our regular hours of operation have not been affected. We are open Monday – Friday from 7:00am – 4:30pm, excluding Holidays. See our holiday schedule here.


    How can I protect myself and others? arrow

    Our primary concern is the health and safety of our employees, customers, associates, and neighbors. Please let us know if you or anyone you know is experiencing Covid-19 symptoms to help enhance extra safety measures as appropriate. Our employees are following the CDC’s recommendations and following best practices.


    Will the Covid-19 pandemic affect visits to the Interport yard? arrow

    Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, customer visits to the Interport yard are currently suspended. Truckers dropping off or picking up containers, surveyors, and deliveries will be permitted to conduct essential business as needed.


    What if I have a question that was not answered in the FAQ? arrow

    If you have more questions, you can contact Interport at 973.589.2329 for further assistance.


  • General

    What sizes do the shipping containers come in? arrow

    International standard (ISO) sizes are 20-foot, 40-foot, and 40-foot “high-cube,” which are the three most common sizes. For additional sizes, dimensions, and technical specifications, view our containers for sale.


    What materials make up a shipping container? arrow

    New ISO containers are constructed of steel with marine-grade plywood flooring.


    Are the shipping containers new or used? arrow

    Interport sells both new and used containers. New containers come direct from the factory, as one-trip units, meaning they have only been used to carry freight once. Used containers are available in a range of conditions. Interport categorizes containers into four classifications.


    How does Interport grade used shipping containers? arrow

    IICL: (As recommended by the International Institute of Container Lessors.) IICL used shipping containers meet the highest quality, uniform standards and are suitable for prolonged international marine use, ground level storage, and modifications.

    Cargo-worthy: – (Not repaired or maintained in accordance with IICL guidelines.) Cargo-worthy used shipping containers are a great option for ground level storage and modifications. These used containers are also suitable for international marine use, but first need to be physically inspected and certified by a third-party container surveyor.  These shipping containers may have minor surface rust and dents.

    Wind and watertight: (A slightly lower standard than cargo-worthy.) These used shipping containers may not meet international marine use standards but are wind and water-tight, and a good choice for ground level storage. These shipping containers may have minor surface rust and dents.

    As is where is: As is where is containers are sold in their current condition, which can include dents, rust, holes in the floor, and other interior irregularities or missing components. Suitable for fencing, walls, barriers, and other non-transportation applications.


    What are the most common shipping container uses? arrow

    Container uses include weather-tight storage, overseas shipping, portable offices and restrooms, modular buildings, machinery and equipment storage, military command centers, hunting shelters, and much more. For more popular modifications, view our shipping container modifications and customization options.


    Does my container require a survey report? arrow

    If you are using the container for international shipping it will require a physical inspection and certification by a third-party container surveyor. Interport can facilitate this process.


    How are the shipping containers delivered? arrow

    Interport outsources its delivery service to third-party trucking companies. Containers can be delivered by either flatbed, tilt-bed, low-boy (low-bed) trailer, or chassis. Please note container delivery by flatbed, low-boy (low-bed) trailer, or chassis requires a forklift or crane at the delivery site. Alternatively, you can arrange for pick-up at Interport using a trucking company of your choice.


    How should I prepare the ground for delivery? arrow

    Your shipping container should be placed on firm, dry, level ground, i.e. pavement, gravel, or hard dirt. If your container is being delivered by flatbed trailer, you will need a crane or forklift onsite at the time of delivery so you can lift the container off the truck.


    How much room is required for tilt-bed delivery? arrow

    A 20-foot container requires 60-feet of straight running room (no bends), 12-feet wide. A 40-foot container requires 120-feet of straight running room for delivery by tilt-bed truck (no bends), 12-feet wide. For the height, a minimum of 14-feet of overhead clearance is needed for containers on a chassis/tilt-bed or on a low-bed (low-boy) so as not to hit wires, etc. If the trucking company cannot make delivery, customer will be responsible for all related trucking and transportation costs.


    How can my shipping container be customized? arrow

    Interport has a dedicated, purpose-built modification shop on-site. Some popular modifications are personnel doors, roll-up doors, windows, painting, electrical, and HVAC. Other container customization options are also available.


    How is payment made? arrow

    Once you have ordered your shipping container, Interport will issue you an invoice. Once your invoice is paid via check, money order, wire transfer, cash, or credit card, Interport will release your container to you or to the trucking company making your delivery. You can also make online payments here.


    Contact us with questions or for more information

  • Covid-19

    Is Interport Open for Business? arrow

    Interport is still up and running. Our regular hours of operation have not been affected. We are open Monday – Friday from 7:00am – 4:30pm, excluding Holidays. See our holiday schedule here.


    How can I protect myself and others? arrow

    Our primary concern is the health and safety of our employees, customers, associates, and neighbors. Please let us know if you or anyone you know is experiencing Covid-19 symptoms to help enhance extra safety measures as appropriate. Our employees are following the CDC’s recommendations and following best practices.


    Will the Covid-19 pandemic affect visits to the Interport yard? arrow

    Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, customer visits to the Interport yard are currently suspended. Truckers dropping off or picking up containers, surveyors, and deliveries will be permitted to conduct essential business as needed.


    What if I have a question that was not answered in the FAQ? arrow

    If you have more questions, you can contact Interport at 973.589.2329 for further assistance.