Open Side Shipping Containers for Sale
Looking for more convenient access in your container setup? Our open side shipping containers are built for functionality, flexibility, and secure storage.
We offer new shipping containers with side doors in 20ft and 40ft sizes. Every single one comes with a 10-year warranty, careful inspection, and can be delivered to the location of your choice within 5 business days.
Buy Shipping Containers with Side Doors
Brand new Open Side container units come straight from the manufacturer with a 10-year warranty and are ready for modification, transport, or secure storage.
Specs and Features of Open Side Shipping Containers
Need to check exact measurements or confirm capacity? Each container product page includes detailed specification sheets to ensure you find the right fit. You can also grab them here:
Measurements and dimensions
Still have questions? Our team is happy to walk you through the options, just call us at (302) 366-4558.
Open Side Container Key Features
Every side-opening shipping container available on Viva Containers has these features that ensure top functionality:
- Side doors for easy handling of palletized goods or effective display
- Corrosion-resistant Corten steel construction
- Marine-grade plywood floors
- Weatherproof seals and rodent resistant construction
- Fully ISO compliant for international transport and structural reliability
Delivery Guidelines for Side Door Containers
Here’s how to make your side door container delivery process smooth and hassle-free:
- Reserve at least 60ft of straight space for 20ft and 100ft for 60ft container placement
- Ensure the site is accessible and level
- Consider preferred door orientation when the container is unloaded on site and communicate about your preferences with the delivery team so they know how to load the container on the vehicle
- Delivery vehicles require access via a 2-lane road or larger
- Be ready on-site at least one hour prior to the scheduled drop-off
For a full breakdown of delivery requirements and site prep, check out our Shipping Container Buyer’s Guide.
Use Cases for Shipping Containers with Side Doors
Here’s why so many customers choose containers with side door access:
- Wide or palletized good storage: easier loading and unloading process.
- Job site storage: quick and organized access to tools and materials without unloading everything. Multiple entry points improve workflow and efficiency.
- Pop-up shops, cafés and event installations: side access makes it easy to create open, welcoming retail or service areas. Perfect for customer-facing modifications like roll-up counters or walk-in spaces.
Shipping Containers with Side Doors FAQ
What are side door shipping containers used for?
Open side shipping containers are perfect for projects that require frequent access to cargo or custom modifications like retail pop-ups and mobile offices.
Are containers with side doors more expensive?
Yes, typically side door containers cost more than standard containers because of added functionalities and features.
Can I customize a side door container further?
Absolutely, you an add shelving, insulation, lighting, roll-up doors, or windows. In fact, easier customization and usability are the main selling points of open side containers.
Do side door containers come in multiple sizes?
Yes. On Viva Containers you’ll find side door containers in 20ft and 40ft sizes.
Are side door containers weatherproof?
Yes. All open side containers we sell are inspected to ensure the doors seal properly and the structure remains fully weather and rodent-resistant.
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