FAQ (Frequently asked questions)

By no means we sell downgraded containers. This type of containers does not correspond to our CUBNER policy.

We only offer cargo worthy second hand containers with several control points:
– The container needs to be sealed (doors closed = light proof)
– The locking bars on the doors close correctly
– Seams are in a correct state
– Doors open and close normally
– Certified CSC

Prices are very variable; it all depends on the availabilities on the harbour.
Please contact us for price inquiry.

All our containers come from shipping rental fleets.
At the end of their rental contracts (12 or 13 years), we buy them directly on the harbour.
We do conscientiously select only CWO containers (Cargo Worthy – ready for shipping)
Containers might be available in Le Havre, Marseille, Lyon or Antwerp (Belgium) and Rotterdam (The Netherlands)

Yes. But we cannot guarantee this category of containers to be sealed because this type of containers does not correspond to our CUBNER policy.
Normally this type of container is very used and finishes up outside of France.

On request, we can arrange everything.
Please contact us for further information.

Normally the container structure is very secured. Its double door has a very rigid locking bar against infractions.

But you can also equip your container with our secure locks:
– BARLOCK: the most compact lock of our range
– SECUPLUS: the most sold lock of our range
– SECURLOCK: the most solid at CUBNERS range.

For more information, don’t hesitate to contact us.

A container can last very long time depending on its use.
It is frequent to see containers of over 30 years in a very good state. If it is well maintained, it can last as long as you!!!
Its our CUBNER policy!

A container is entirely welded in Corten steel sheets.
Corten steel has an important advantage: auto-patina steel. It is used for shipping cargo because of it physical resistance to atmospheric conditions.
Its rust will consist a protection against bad weather conditions.
The container is used in construction since many years, as in modern architecture.

The new container is a container who is imported from China (fabricated).
It is used once than discharged in the destination harbour. After that it is stored before selling.
It might have some utilisation traces.

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No mystery on that question! All containers without exception are build in China.
They comply to all construction standards and are inspected all the way.

The TARE weight of a 20ft container is about 2350kg.

The TARE weight of a 40ft container is about 3350kg.

By choosing a CUBNER container, you are certain to have a container that complies to our selection criteria which are:

• Solidness
• Sealed and secured
• Floors perfectly flat
• Discharging where and whenever you decide

We respect our engagements from A to Z.
Quality is our religion! YOU are the center of our relation!

Everything! Only the dimensions and the aspects are the same.

They are not the same containers. Storage containers are build in Eastern Europe and don’t comply to the same ISO standards as shipping containers.
Everything is different. Sheet thickness, painting and floors. The construction material is different (ordinary steel, simple plywood floor of 23mm).

We propose these containers for customers that want to have a simple storage solution.

The CSC plate of a shipping container is its quality guarantee. But that’s not enough for us.
It indicates where the container is build, the year of manufacturing and all other information.

Off course! We don’t have any delivery obligation. You can choose to pick up the container by yourself or to have it delivered.

On the harbour it is considered as a transport and not as a product.
Clearing our containers from customs allows us to sell it as a product.
It is included in our sales price.

Our containers are normally about 10 years old.
It has its original painting. Even thought they have well maintained during their container live, they can have some rust or impact traces.
But they are perfectly airtight and light-proof.

Since the 1^st January 2012 and up to 40m2, you only need to declare a container.
We advice your consult your town hall.

Absolutely not! Concrete studs are sufficiently!

Please ask our help if needed.

A stable surface is recommended like gravel, concrete or limestone.
But you can also install the container on your lawn if its levelled and stable.

The painting on our containers is the original painting. But if the esthetical aspect is important for you, we can repaint the container.

Unfortunately, this type of container is not often available in a second hand version.

We can suggest you painting on your container in certain situations.
Available colours are: blue, red, green and yellow.

Yes, our containers are equipped with marine plywood floors of 28mm.

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Very simple! A regular clean to get rid of the foam helps it to preserve its aspect.
We can propose you a special product to clean your container.
You can also grease the locking bars once a year to open your container easily.

Yes, we can provide detached pieces. Whether they come from CUBNER or elsewhere.

Yes, and no. All containers have ISO standards. Only the length of a container changes.
A 20ft dry standard container: 6 x 2,45 x 2,6m (Length x width x height)
A 40ft dry standard container: 12 x 2,45 x 2,6m (Length x width x height)
We also have other versions:
– High Cube +30cm more height
– Pallet Wide +10cm extra width

A container is entirely welded. It also has a self-supporting structure, its maintain is assured by its form.

It is standard shipping container.
10ft, 20ft and 40ft can be DRY but also Reefer containers.

A reefer container is a refrigerated container, a cold room or a super freezer.
It refrigerating unit allows it to produce negative cold -25°C or positive cold +25°C.
Reefers are build in stainless steel and have a T form steel floor.

We normally use R134A gas.
It is the same gas that your can find in refrigerator or in your air conditioning.
This gas is approved until 2020 because it allows to produce positive and negative cold.

It is entirely welded. The container has a self-supporting structure.
It is composed of highly resistant CORTEN steel sheets.

The rails are very important to maintain a constant temperature.
They are used as a cold channel to assure a constant temperature in your reefer.
Fabricated in aluminium, it avoids freezing so that the floor doesn’t get slippery.

The container produces cold air due to its refrigerating unit.
It can be delivered with an independent generator who functions with a thermal engine for your container. They can provide an important autonomy.

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A reefer container of ICECUBNER has an average power of 12kWh.

That varies in function of it average temperature.
Normally it consumes between 9A/h and 11A/h.

Yes of course. It is one of our most important services.
The delivery of a shipping container is very important for us. It is the achievement of our service to you.
With CUBNER, you can be delivered WHERE you want and WHEN you want!
We deliver nationwide, even is complicated circumstances.
Whether it need to be delivered inside or outside, we can find a solution.

Yes. Transport and discharging are very important for us. Our transporters can discharge your container thanks to a truck equipped with a crane.

If discharging seems to be complicated to you, please don’t hesitate to contact us!