20ft Bunded Container – Refurbished, Side Doors and Locks

A Bunded Container With Side Doors: Easier Loading for Drums and IBCs

Wheeling a drum trolley the full length of a container to reach the back corner is a job nobody volunteers for. Adding a side door to a bunded container removes the walk: you open the long wall, roll the drum straight onto the deck, and the deepest stack is a few feet away instead of nineteen. Combine that with the integrated lock boxes and you have a spill-contained chemical store that people will actually keep tidy.

The dual-access layout also helps with segregation. Sites often use the end doors for bulk deliveries and the side door for daily draw-off, which keeps the working area near the entrance and the reserve stock behind it.

Specifications at a Glance

• External size: 20' x 8', standard ISO footprint
• Containment: primary storage area within a secondary bunded shell
• Access: double doors at one end plus a full-height side door
• Security: integrated lock boxes for documents, keys, and small equipment
• Shell: corrugated weathering steel for strength and corrosion resistance
• Ventilation: passive vents to reduce vapor and condensation buildup
• Handling: compatible with forklifts, twist locks, and standard container equipment
• Delivery: flat $500 nationwide, prices tax-inclusive

Operations That Benefit From a Spill Containment Container

The mix of contained flooring, two access points, and lockable storage suits sites that move liquids in and out regularly rather than storing them untouched.

• Plant and equipment yards issuing fuel, oil, and hydraulic fluid daily
• Manufacturing sites handling solvents and process chemicals
• Waste transfer and recycling operations collecting used fluids
• Farms rotating sprays, dips, and fertilizer concentrates through the season
• Marinas and boatyards holding paints, resins, and antifouling
• Facilities that must keep safety data sheets with the stock they describe

Layout Planning and What to Check Before Ordering

Measure the swing. A side door needs clear standing space along the length of the container, so siting it hard against a wall or fence throws away the feature you paid for. Leave enough room to turn a drum trolley or pallet jack, and think about where a forklift will approach from if IBCs are going in.

Then check the numbers: confirm the sump volume covers your largest single vessel with room for rain, and plan segregation so incompatible chemicals do not share the same containment. Delivery is scheduled after your order is confirmed and quoted by route. You can see other builds in the 20ft container category or across the full container catalog. Related units include the 20ft dangerous goods container and the end-door 20ft bunded store conversion. Our container buying guide covers condition grades and site preparation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What goes in the lock boxes?

Most sites use them for the things that should stay with the store but not loose on the floor: safety data sheets, spill kits, decanting equipment, gloves and goggles, spare keys, and the inspection log. Keeping that material in a separate secured compartment means the main doors can be opened for stock without exposing everything else.

Can the side door be padlocked separately?

Yes. The side door has its own locking arrangement independent of the end doors, which lets you give day-to-day access to one crew while keeping bulk stock behind a different key. That separation is useful where contractors need routine access but the wider inventory is controlled by a supervisor.

How often should the containment be inspected?

Set a routine rather than waiting for a problem. A weekly visual check of the sump, drums, and door seals catches most issues early, with a fuller monthly inspection recorded in writing. Frequency requirements can be set by your own spill-prevention plan or by local regulators, so follow whichever schedule is stricter.