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   Your choices are...
 
      
 
   ATA Case / Container
 
     ATA cases are manufactured to meet the requirements of the Air Transportation Association (ATA), a trade organization for major airlines.
 
   Bag / Sack
 
     Bags or sacks are typically flexible containers that may be closed for holding, storing, or carrying materials.
 
   Box / Crate
 
     Boxes or crates are rigid, typically rectangular containers with or without a cover.
 
   Carrying Case
 
     Carrying cases and equipment cases protect contents from impact, shock, vibration, rain, and dust.  Some cases include handles that retract or wheels that swivel. Others contain an integral stand or legs that fold or hide during transportation and storage.
 
   Drum / Barrel / Keg
 
     Drums, barrels, and kegs are large cylindrical containers for storing or moving liquids. Typically, filling and dispensing is performed through a bung or other smaller opening.
 
   Envelope / Folder
 
     Envelopes and folders are flat containers for packaging, storing or shipping documents or other flat materials.
 
   Flexible Packaging
 
     Flexible packaging can conform to the size and shape of the packaged item.
 
   Gaylord®
 
     Gaylord devices are large storage or transportation containers for bulk materials. They are typically sized to match the length and width of a pallet. Gaylord is a registered trademark of Gaylord Brothers, Inc.
 
   IBC
 
     Intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) have a capacity of not more than three cubic meters and are designed for mechanical handling. This category includes flexible intermediate bulk containers (FIBCs) such as bulk bags or super sacks.
 
   ISO / Intermodal
 
     ISO containers are used for the intermodal transport of freight. They are manufactured according to specifications from the International Standards Organization (ISO) and are suitable for multiple transportation methods such as truck and rail, or rail and ship. ISO containers are manufactured in many sizes. The standard width is 8 ft. The most common lengths are 20 and 40 ft. Other lengths include 24, 28, 44, 45, 46, 53 and 56 ft. All ISO containers include a container safety certificate (CSC) issued by the manufacturer that must be renewed every 30 months by a certified inspector. If necessary, an approved continuous examination program (ACEP) can be used in place of this procedure.
 
   Rack Case
 
     Rack cases are designed to stack and lock on top of each other. Common size is 19".
 
   Storage Tank
 
     Storage tanks are general-purpose, bulk storage containers of varying sizes and configurations.
 
   Tote
 
     Totes are portable, box-type containers for the temporary containment of materials.
 
   Other
 
     Other unlisted, specialized, or proprietary container types.
 
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   Common Applications       
   Your choices are...
 
      
 
   General Storage
 
     Products are designed for general-purpose applications.
 
   Computer / Comp. Peripherals
 
     Products are designed for the storage or shipment of computers or computer peripherals such as monitors or personal digital assistants (PDAs).
 
   Drug / Pharmaceutical
 
     Products are designed for use within the drug or pharmaceutical industries.
 
   Equipment / Electronics
 
     Products are suitable for the containment, storage, or transportation of electronic goods. This category includes special containers for monitors, PDAs, and other specific electronic devices.
 
   Food / Beverage
 
     Products are designed for use within the food and beverage industries.
 
   Hazardous Material
 
     Products are designed for storing and/or moving flammable, corrosive, explosive, or other hazardous materials.
 
   Material Handling
 
     Products are designed for use in material handling applications.
 
   Military
 
     Products are designed and constructed to meet military specifications (MIL-SPEC). 
 
   Packaging
 
     Products are designed for packaging applications.
 
   Tool
 
     Products are designed for tool storage or transportation.
 
   Other
 
     Other unlisted, specialized, or proprietary applications.
 
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Container Specifications




   Volume Capacity
 
     Volume capacity is the maximum volumes that containers are designed to hold.
 
   Search Logic:      User may specify either, both, or neither of the "At Least" and "No More Than" values. Products returned as matches will meet all specified criteria.
   Depth / Length
 
     Depth or length is the distance from the front opening to the back.
 
   Search Logic:      User may specify either, both, or neither of the "At Least" and "No More Than" values. Products returned as matches will meet all specified criteria.
   Width / Diameter
 
     This is the outside width or diameter of the container.
 
   Search Logic:      User may specify either, both, or neither of the "At Least" and "No More Than" values. Products returned as matches will meet all specified criteria.
   Height
 
     This is the outside height of the container.
 
   Search Logic:      User may specify either, both, or neither of the "At Least" and "No More Than" values. Products returned as matches will meet all specified criteria.
Material




           
   Your choices are...
 
      
 
   ABS
 
     Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) is a hard, rigid, thermoplastic polymer. It provides good chemical and creep resistance as well as dimensional stability. ABS is used in many industries and in a wide array of applications. It is usually inexpensive, but prone to cracking when under stress. Common trade names include Cycolac® (GE Plastics), Lustran® (Bayer) and Novodur® (Bayer).
 
   Acrylic / Plexiglas
 
     Acrylics are formed through the polymerization of acrylic monomers and used in molding and extrusion compounds. Plexiglas acrylic sheets are available in a wide range of colors, patterns, thicknesses, and sizes.
 
   Aluminum
 
     Aluminum is a bluish, silver-white, malleable, ductile, light trivalent metallic element with good electrical and thermal conductivity, high reflectivity, and resistance to oxidation.
 
   Cardboard
 
     Like paper, cardboard is made from wood pulp; however, it is usually thicker.
 
   Composite / Fiberglass
 
     Composite materials such as fiberglass are strong, durable, and impervious to many caustics and extreme temperatures. Fiberglass fabrics are used widely in industrial applications.
 
   Fabric / Cloth
 
     This category includes fabrics such as cotton, canvas, and synthetic fabrics.
 
   Foam / Styrofoam®
 
     Foam is a lightweight material created by introducing gas bubbles into a polymer. The resulting cellular product has good insulating characteristics as well as good impact resistance. Styrofoam® is a registered trademark of Dow Chemical Company.
 
   Metallized Film
 
     Metallized film is a plastic film that has been coated on one side with a very thin layer of metal.
 
   Paper
 
     Paper is made of cellulose pulp.
 
   Plastic
 
     Plastics are organic, synthetic, or processed materials that are mostly thermoplastic or thermosetting polymers of high molecular weight. Plastics can be made into objects, films, or filaments.
 
   Polyethylene (PE)
 
     Polyethylene (PE) is a semi-crystalline (typically around 50%), whitish, semi-opaque commodity thermoplastic that is soft, flexible and tough, even at low temperatures. It has outstanding electrical properties, but poor temperature resistance. PE also has very good chemical resistance, but is prone to environmental stress cracking. It has poor ultraviolet (UV) resistance (unless modified) and poor barrier properties, except to water.
 
   Polypropylene (PP)
 
     Polypropylene (PP) is a thermoplastic material with excellent cold flow, bi-axial strength, and yield elongation properties. It is similar to PVC, but can be used in exposed applications because of its resistance to UV, weathering, and ozone.
 
   PTFE - Teflon®
 
     Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) is an insoluble compound that exhibits a high degree of chemical resistance and a low coefficient of friction. It is sometimes marketed in proprietary classes of materials such as Teflon®, a registered trademark of DuPont Dow Elastomers.
 
   PVC
 
     Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is a widely used material with good flexibility, smooth surface, and nontoxic qualities. Some grades are used in food and chemical processes due to the inert nature of PVC. Brand names include: ACP® and Dural® (Alpha Gary), Geon® (Geon), Benvic® (Solvay), and Flexalloy® (Teknor Apex).
 
   Steel
 
     Steel is a commercial iron that contains carbon in any amount up to about 1.7 percent as an essential alloying constituent. It is malleable under suitable conditions and distinguished from cast iron by both its malleability and lower carbon content.
 
   Steel - Stainless
 
     Stainless steel is chemical and corrosion resistant and can have relatively high pressure ratings.
 
   Steel - Wire
 
     Materials are made of inter-twined wire that forms a container or barrier.
 
   Wood
 
     Wood is a naturally grown product of trees. 
 
   Specialty / Other
 
     Other unlisted, specialized, or proprietary materials.
 
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Features




           
   Your choices are...
 
      
 
   Corrosion Protection
 
     Products contain materials such as vapor corrosion inhibitors (VCIs) to prevent corrosion. 
 
   Double Wall
 
     Containers have two walls for increased pressure, insulation, or containment requirements.
 
   ESD Protection
 
     Products provide protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD) pulses.
 
   Fireproof
 
     Products are designed to protect container contents from exposure to fire. 
 
   Flat Rack / Platform
 
     Flat racks and platforms do not have sidewalls, but may have end bulkheads. They are used to transport heavy machinery.  Collapsible flat rack containers are open-sided products with end bulkheads that can be folded down when the rack is empty.
 
   Handles
 
     Products include handles for ease of handling.
 
   Heavy Duty
 
     Products are designed and constructed in a manner that manufacturers classify as heavy duty.
 
   Insulated
 
     Insulated containers are used for storing or transporting perishable goods such as food or blood. Insulated containers also protect contents from the environment.
 
   Locking / Restricted Access
 
     Products include a locking mechanism.
 
   Magnetic / EMI / RFI Shielded
 
     Products are shielded against magnetic, electromagnetic (EMI), and radio frequency (RFI) interference.  
 
   Moisture Barrier / Proof
 
     Containers include a barrier that prevents the ingress of moisture or other contaminants.
 
   Moisture Resistant
 
     Moisture resistant products provide some degree of protection from the surrounding environment, but are not necessarily impervious to that environment.
 
   Molded
 
     Products are created in a molding process.
 
   Static Shielding
 
     Products prevent damage from static energy. To reduce static build up, an electrostatic dissipative layer such as metallized polyester is applied to a substrate.
 
   Temperature Controlled
 
     Products include equipment for keeping contents at a constant temperature.
 
   Vented or Air Handling System
 
     Shelters are vented or have an air handling (circulation) system.
 
   Wheels / Rollers
 
     Products are supplied with wheels or rollers for portability.
 
   Other
 
     Other unlisted, specialized, or proprietary features.
 
   Search Logic:      All products with ANY of the selected attributes will be returned as matches. Leaving all boxes unchecked will not limit the search criteria for this question; products with all attribute options will be returned as matches.
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