Ontario Container Transport Learn More About Different Transportation Systems | Page 4

Learning about Trucking Shipping
Containers
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Intermodal Containers Used in Truck Shipping
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Intermodal containers are used as truck shipping containers once they are moved from a
different mode of transportation. The container is moved from the ship to the truck and
then driven to the location where the product is due for pickup. Moving intermodal
containers for more than 300 miles work best when moved by truck.
Types of Trucking Shipping Containers and their Uses
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There are different types of containers which can be useful in assisting intermodal
transportation. There are car carrier containers which are used to carry stacks of a
product. Half-height containers which are half the height of average containers are used
to carry small amounts of inventory. This allows for simple loading and unloading. There
are special purpose containers which, as the name implies, is put to use for a special
purpose determined by the company. Circular shipping containers are made with plastic,
metal and many other substances and are used to move liquid products.