GP – GENERAL PURPOSE / HC – HIGH CUBE

The width & length of these 2 types of containers remain the same, however the height differs as follows: average height on a GP – 2.39m vs average height on a HC – 2.69m

High Cube containers are usually preferable for transporters or clients loading stock or equipment for transport or storage as you are able to fit more into a High Cube container.

Grade B: {Usually utilized for long-term rentals or CSC certification for exports}

Wind & water tight (WW)

Good condition

Minimal dents & rust

Grade C:

Wind & water tight (WW)

Fair condition

Moderate dents & rust

 

We suggest clients inspect / view containers at our respective depots before purchasing in order to ensure you are happy with the condition. Photos of our stock available on request.

To be cargo worthy, a CW storage container is one that can pass a CSC inspection by an independent surveyor. CW containers are also wind and water tight. WW condition containers are not cargo worthy without repair and inspection. All our shipping containers are sold as cargo worthy unless otherwise stated.

Unfortunately, 3m containers are not readily available in RSA. For this reason, the depots that do our modifications, must “cut” or convert a 6m container in half to make a 3m container. This requires major work & considerable labour & materials. Although a 3m container may be more suitable for storage space requirements, we would still suggest renting or purchasing a 6m container to our clients.

Kindly see below for weights and dimensions of all sizes of containers.

Omega Container (Pty) Ltd does not offer any lease-to-own options. However, rental containers are available to corporate companies.

This is dependent on the condition of the containers including current market pricing, depreciation is also taken into consideration. We would be happy to inspect & make an offer depending on these factors.

No. Full payment would need to reflect in our bank account prior to delivery, via EFT only. If making a bank deposit, the charges would not fall on us.

Word of mouth, our work ethic speaks for itself. We have been trading for 28 years & have a very well-known name in our industry. You can also check out our business profile on the Container Fraud Prevention site, we are a verified supplier: https://www.containerfraud.co.za/omega-container/

               

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CSC stands for International Convention for Safe Containers.

As the name indicates, a CSC certified container is a safe container because it was tested according to strict procedures and meets specific requirements. Besides, all containers used for international transport by ship, truck or train need to be CSC certified.

Payment must be reflecting in our bank account before delivery can be planned. 3-5 business days is required for rental containers, sale containers and CSC Certifications.

A process is followed with all clients:

  1. Clients view/inspect containers at the container depot or photos provided by our Sales Team.
  2. Clients choose which container numbers they would like us to invoice them for.
  3. An invoice is generated & sent to our client.
  4. Payment reflects in our bank account.
  5. Release details sent to our client, container depot and/or transporter if the transport is being arranged by Omega.
  6. Contact persons for on-site delivery obtained.
  7. Delivery is made to a happy client!

No, we deal within South Africa borders only. However, a list of referred over-border transporters can be provided.

No, Omega Container transport empty containers only via flatbed trailer or crane truck. However, a list of referred over-border transporters can be provided.

Only companies / corporations, rental containers are not available to individuals.

Damage deposit fee to be paid upfront including delivery fee if arranged by Omega.

Rental application applies, subject to approval by management. The following documentation is mandatory:

CK DOCUMENTS

VAT REGISTRATION CERTIFICATE

COPY OF DIRECTOR/S I.D

PROOF OF COMPANY ADDRESS ie UTILITY BILL / TELKOM etc

Keeping a shipping container undercover especially if exposed to the harsh elements, is a great way to maintain your investment. We also provide the service of wire-brushing, prepping & meticulously painting the interior and exterior of all our containers provided, at an extra cost. This may add quite a few more years to your container.

A used shipping container can last 10-12 years at sea and long beyond that after it's retired from the cargo ships. When maintained properly, a shipping container can last upwards of 25 years or longer.

No, we are not a Shipping Line. We provide the following services:

Container Sales 

Container Rentals

Container Conversions

Neutralization / CSC Certification

Local and Long-Distance Transport