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Refrigerated containers
Refrigerated containers
Reefers for active cooling, freezing and temperature-critical storage
Buying a refrigerated container or reefer? Compare active refrigerated and freezer containers for temperature-critical storage, delivery, and power connection on location.
For active cooling, freezing and temperature-critical storage
A reefer container, also known as a reefer, is designed for storage where the temperature needs to be actively controlled. This makes it a different solution than an insulated container: insulation slows down temperature fluctuations, whereas a reefer uses a cooling unit for refrigeration or freezing.
In this collection, you can compare reefer containers based on customization, condition, cooling unit, power connection, delivery location, and application. This is important for, among other things, food, beverages, flowers, pharmaceuticals, events, temporary storage, and logistical processes where temperature control is paramount.
Active cooling unit
Cooling or freezing
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Send us your application, desired temperature, size and delivery location. We will check which reefer model and placement is practical.
Choose a reefer based on desired temperature, volume, product type, power supply, door usage, condition, delivery, and on-site placement.
When do you choose a refrigerated container?
Choose a reefer container when goods need to be stored chilled, frozen, or at a controlled temperature. This includes food, drinks, flowers, plants, pharmaceutical products, packaging materials, event stock, or temporary buffer stock during renovations, peak periods, or logistical delays.
A reefer is especially relevant when insulation alone is not enough. The refrigeration unit actively helps to reach and maintain the set temperature, depending on the model, load, ambient temperature, door usage, and power supply.
Chilling, freezing, or temperature-controlled storage
The right reefer depends on the desired temperature range and how you use the container. Chilled storage has different requirements than frozen storage or products that primarily need to remain stable and protected during short peaks.
Therefore, pay attention not only to the size, but also to the cooling unit, technical condition, power connection, air circulation, door frequency, and how the goods are loaded. A well-chosen refrigerated container prevents the unit from having to work unnecessarily hard or the practical capacity from being disappointing.
Comparing size, state, and reefer specifications
Compare reefer containers based on usable interior space, cooling unit, year of manufacture or condition, floor, doors, power connection, and the space required around the unit. A 20ft reefer is often practical when placement and volume need to remain balanced. A larger model is better suited for a large inventory, provided the location offers enough space.
Delivery, placement and power supply to be arranged beforehand
A reefer container must not only fit physically but also be able to operate effectively on-site. Consider driving space, ground conditions, obstacles, turning room, door position, ventilation space around the refrigeration unit, and a suitable power supply nearby.
Refrigerated containers are often used for food, fresh produce, beverages, flowers, plants, pharmaceutical products, events, catering, production companies and temporary storage during peak periods. Reefers can also quickly provide additional refrigerated or frozen capacity on site for renovations, seasonal stock, or emergencies.
Practical use: loading, doors, and air circulation
With a reefer, practice often determines whether the solution works well. Consider pallets, working space, air circulation, how often the doors open, and whether goods are already at the right temperature before entering the container. Frequent door movements or warm loading demand more from the cooling unit.
For permanent storage, temperature control, power, insulation value, floor condition, and closure are important. For transport-oriented use, the technical condition carries more weight, and CSC certification may be relevant. For temporary refrigeration capacity, the focus is primarily on quick placement, accessibility, power, and daily access.
If you have any doubts about storage, transport, certification, or power supply, please state your application in the quote request.
What customers say
Customers value our containers for clear communication, reliable quality, and practical on-site delivery. For reefer containers, we consider temperature requirements, reefer specifications, power supply, and placement.
Frequently asked questions about refrigerated containers
Practical answers for those looking for a refrigerated container or reefer and still comparing options based on temperature, size, power, transport, and placement.
What does a refrigerated container cost?
The price of a reefer container depends on its size, condition, refrigeration unit, model, availability, and delivery. Also consider the power supply, placement, usage period, and any additional options. If you want a total price for your location and application, please request a quote.
What size refrigerated container do I need?
Choose the size based on content, product type, load, available space, unloading location and how often you need access. Also consider air circulation around the load and space around the cooling unit. If you are in doubt between sizes, include your application and delivery location in the quotation request.
Is a reefer container the same as an insulated container?
No. A reefer container has an active cooling unit for temperature control. An insulated container has insulation that helps against cold, heat, condensation, and temperature fluctuations, but does not actively regulate the temperature. View insulated containers if active cooling is not needed.
When is a reefer smarter than insulated?
Choose a reefer when you need active cooling, freezing, or a controlled temperature. Choose insulated when you primarily need protection against temperature fluctuations and condensation, but no active cooling. For simple dry storage, a standard shipping container may suffice.
What are refrigerated containers used for?
Refrigerated containers are used for chilled or frozen storage of, among other things, foodstuffs, beverages, flowers, plants, pharmaceutical products, event supplies, and temporary logistical buffer stock. The correct choice depends on temperature, load, access, power, and placement.
What kind of power supply does a refrigerated container need?
A reefer needs a suitable power connection. Which connection is needed depends on the model and refrigeration unit. Always check this in advance so that the container can be operated immediately after delivery. When making your request, state what is available on site or let us assess the situation.
Are reefer containers suitable for storage and transport?
Refrigerated containers can be used for storage and, depending on the design and technical condition, also for transport. For storage, refrigeration, power, insulation, flooring, and sealing are important. For transport, the technical condition weighs more heavily, and CSC certification may be relevant.
How does delivery and installation work?
Delivery is made with suitable transport equipment. For placement, the location must be accessible, and there must be enough space for maneuvering and unloading. Also consider the ground surface, obstacles, door position, ventilation space around the cooling unit, and nearby power. Read in advance how a container is delivered and view the transport rates for cost insight.
How fast can you deliver?
Delivery time depends on stock, chosen reefer version, location, and transport planning. Available refrigerated containers can often be delivered faster than versions that first need to be technically prepared or adapted. If you want to quickly know what is possible for your address, request a quote with your delivery location.
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