Flat Racks in Bromley: Transporting Oversized Loads
Specialised Flat Rack Container Solutions for Bromley Businesses
Bromley businesses frequently require specialised logistics for transporting oversized, heavy, or unusually shaped cargo that standard enclosed shipping containers cannot accommodate. Flat rack containers provide the ideal solution. Designed with open sides and either fixed or collapsible end walls, flat racks simplify the loading, securing, and transport of items like industrial machinery, vehicles, construction materials, and large components. Whether you operate in manufacturing, construction, or logistics within Bromley, flat racks offer the structural integrity, flexibility, and compliance necessary for safe and efficient movement of challenging goods both locally and internationally.
20ft Flat Rack Containers: Compact and Versatile for Bromley
Our 20ft flat rack containers serve as a highly effective and compact solution for moving bulky cargo in and around Bromley. Their design allows for efficient loading from the top or sides, making them perfect for items that require crane or forklift handling. The collapsible end walls offer significant advantages for storage and return transport within the UK, allowing units to be stacked efficiently when empty. These containers meet ISO certification standards and hold CSC plates, ensuring they are suitable for road, rail, and sea transport from your Bromley location to destinations worldwide.
Key Features for Bromley Operations
- ISO certified and CSC plated for seamless domestic and international transport from Bromley.
- Collapsible end walls facilitate easy stacking and reduce costs during empty repositioning.
- Available in both standard flat rack and platform (flatbed) configurations to suit diverse cargo types.
- Offering flexible hire and purchase options tailored to your specific project needs in Bromley.
- Nationwide delivery network ensures prompt arrival of your flat rack container in Bromley.
20ft Flat Rack Specifications
| Feature | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| External Dimensions | 6m x 2.43m x 2.6m | 20’ x 8’ x 8’6” |
| Internal Dimensions | 5.8m x 2.4m x 2.3m | 19’6.4” x 7’9.5” x 7’5.5” |
| Tare Weight | 2,740 kg | 6,040 lbs |
| Max Gross Weight | 34,000 kg | 74,950 lbs |
| Max Payload | 31,260 kg | 68,860 lbs |
| Structure | Spring folding ends, timber floor, forklift pockets | |
| Fork Pocket Distance | 2,050 mm | 6’8.5” |
40ft Flat Rack Containers: Maximum Capacity for Large Bromley Cargo
When your logistical requirements in Bromley involve exceptionally large or heavy items, our 40ft flat rack containers provide the necessary space and load-bearing capacity. These units are a popular choice across various UK industries for transporting significant pieces of equipment or materials that simply cannot fit within standard enclosed containers. The collapsible ends maintain the advantage of efficient storage and streamlined return logistics, crucial for optimising operations from your Bromley base.
Key Features for Large-Scale Bromley Transport
- Offers the largest flat rack format, providing high weight capacity for major projects in Bromley.
- Fully ISO compliant and CSC plated, ensuring suitability for global and UK transport from Bromley.
- End walls fold flat, enabling space-saving stacking when not in active use.
- Optional modifications available to perfectly align the container with your specific project requirements.
- UK-wide delivery, including specialist HIAB-assisted transport, ensuring safe arrival at your Bromley site.
40ft Flat Rack Specifications
| Feature | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| External Dimensions | 12.19m x 2.43m x 2.6m | 40’ x 8’ x 8’6” |
| Internal Dimensions | 11.65m x 2.21m | 38’2.6” x 7’3.1” |
| Cubic Capacity | 52.9 m³ | 1,868 ft³ |
| Tare Weight | 4,950 kg | 10,910 lbs |
| Max Gross Weight | 45,000 kg | 99,210 lbs |
| Max Payload | 40,050 kg | 88,200 lbs |
| Structure | Spring folding ends, locking system, heavy-duty timber floor | |
Flat Rack Container FAQ for Bromley Businesses
What types of cargo are best suited for flat rack containers in Bromley?
Flat racks are ideal for oversized, heavy, or unusually shaped cargo that cannot fit into standard containers. This includes machinery, vehicles, large pipes, steel coils, construction materials, and other project cargo originating from or destined for Bromley.
Are flat rack containers transported differently to standard containers?
While flat racks use the same intermodal transport network (road, rail, sea) as standard containers, the loading and securing procedures require specialised expertise due to the open nature and size of the cargo. We arrange appropriate transport solutions for delivery to your Bromley site.
Can I hire or buy flat rack containers in Bromley?
Yes, we offer both hire and purchase options for 20ft and 40ft flat rack containers to businesses in Bromley, providing flexibility based on your project duration and requirements.
Do flat racks meet international shipping standards?
Absolutely. Our flat rack containers are ISO certified and come with valid CSC plates, making them fully compliant for international shipping from the UK, including from Bromley.
How are oversized loads secured on a flat rack?
Securing oversized loads involves using specialised lashing, chains, and blocking techniques anchored to the strong points on the flat rack base and end walls. Proper securing is crucial for safe transit.