20ft Roll-Up Side Door Container – New, Electric Opening
$3,250
SKU: CCH-10105
Available to order — we confirm availability and your delivery window before dispatch
A new one-trip COR-TEN steel container fitted with an electrified full roll-up side opening for wide-aperture access, with marine-grade plywood flooring and remote operation.
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This shipping container has been fitted with an electrified full roll-up side opening to give wide-aperture access for loading and unloading. Built from heavy-duty COR-TEN steel, it is designed for secure storage and efficient material handling in commercial and industrial settings. It is made from a new 1-trip unit, ensuring structural integrity and a clean appearance on delivery.
Key Features
- Electrified full roll-up side opening: A motorised shutter mechanism in the side allows remote operation and removes the need for manual lifting, improving workflow.
- Robust construction: Weather-resistant COR-TEN steel, the standard for freight containers, provides durability and longevity.
- Secure access: When closed, the full-side opening is secured by the integrated roller shutter, which can be locked to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Versatile configuration: The unobstructed full-side opening eases moving large machinery, palletised goods or bulky stock directly into the space.
- Neutral finish: Supplied in a standard industrial primer or a commercially available RAL shade, ready to fit existing work environments.
The design centres on accessibility. Replacing a solid side wall with an electrified full roll-up shutter creates a large opening, which is especially useful for businesses that need frequent access to stored items or want to drive vehicles and equipment inside.
Construction starts with a high-grade 20ft or 40ft container, which is then modified by fabrication experts. The side wall is carefully removed and a framework is installed to support the weight and operation of the electrified roller shutter; this calls for precise engineering so the shutter runs smoothly and integrates cleanly with the container structure. The electrification adds a motor unit and control system wired to draw power from an external source.
The neutral steel aesthetic is retained, and is often paired with a contrasting shutter color such as anthracite grey or black for a professional, modern look suited to construction sites, warehouses or retail display areas. The floor is marine-grade plywood, treated to take heavy point loads from forklifts or pallet jacks.
Technical specifications: standard sizes are 20ft (6.06m) or 40ft (12.2m) exterior length; exterior width is 8ft (2.44m); and exterior height is 8ft 6in (2.59m) or 9ft 6in (2.89m High Cube). The material is COR-TEN weathering steel for the side walls and roof, and the flooring is marine-grade treated plywood at standard loading capacity. The shutter is an electrically operated full-side opening insulated roller shutter, operated by a 110V or 240V motor with a remote control switch. The locking mechanism uses internal locking bars with provision for padlocks, and the door opening is a full side aperture (approx. 7ft 6in wide x 7ft high, depending on container size). The condition is new one-trip or modified used container as specified.
This container is used across several sectors where access matters: industrial storage (on factory floors or in warehouses, where the full-side opening lets fork trucks place and retrieve items directly from internal racking); commercial use (retailers and tradespeople storing palleted goods for easy-access overflow); workshops (where the open side adds ventilation and light for a covered workspace); and equipment housing (machinery or technical equipment needing periodic maintenance, with the wide opening giving clear access for service engineers).
The package includes one modified shipping container (size as ordered), one electrified full roll-up side opening with motor unit, one remote control handset for shutter operation, and standard manufacturer's installation and electrical connection guidelines. Note: electrical installation must be completed by a qualified electrician to meet local regulations. Images are for illustration only; actual product specifications and finish may vary.
Full-Width Side Access: A Shipping Container With a Roll-Up Side Door
Ordinary end doors force you to store things in the order you want them back. A shipping container with a roll-up side door removes that problem entirely, because the whole flank opens and a forklift can reach any pallet directly instead of unstacking three others first. With the shutter motorized, opening up is a button press rather than a two-person lift.
That matters most where the same container gets opened a dozen times a day. Rental yards, parts departments, and event crews lose real hours to shuffling stock, and a full side opening turns the box into something closer to a small drive-up warehouse bay.
Specifications at a Glance
- Base unit: new one-trip 20-foot container, minimal cosmetic wear
- External dimensions: 20' x 8' x 8'6"
- Internal dimensions: approximately 19'4" x 7'8" x 7'10"
- Volume: roughly 1,170 cubic feet with the full sidewall opened
- Side access: electrified roll-up shutter running the length of the side wall
- Power: an electrical supply is required at the placement point for shutter operation
- Tare weight: about 4,850 lb in standard configuration
- Delivery: flat $500 to all 50 states, prices include tax
Operations That Benefit From a Side Opening Container
Think about how often you open the doors. The more frequent the picks, the more a side opening pays for itself in labor rather than in storage volume.
- Equipment rental yards where machines go out and come back the same day
- Parts and consumables cribs feeding a production line or workshop
- Landscaping and irrigation crews loading long material off the side
- Pop-up retail, merchandise, and concession setups that need a shopfront aperture
- Race, festival, and film support units where the container doubles as a work bay
Siting a Container With Powered Side Access
Two things decide whether this unit performs: the pad has to be level so the shutter tracks stay square, and you need working room along the open side, not just at the ends. Allow at least 12 to 15 feet of clear apron for a forklift to square up, and remember the delivery truck still needs the container length plus about 40 feet of straight run. Compare it against the other units in our secure storage container range and the broader 20ft container catalog. For a hinged alternative, look at the one-trip open side container with swing doors, or step up to the 40ft unit with three roll-up side doors if you need multiple bays.
Frequently Asked Questions
What power supply does the shutter need?
The motor draws from a standard site supply run to the container, and the exact voltage and breaker size for this build should be confirmed with our team before delivery so your electrician can prepare the feed. Plan the drop as part of your site works rather than an afterthought, since the shutter is the main reason to buy this unit.
Is the side opening as secure as regular cargo doors?
When closed, the shutter locks down across the full aperture and there is no exposed hinge line to attack. Security still depends on siting, so face the shutter toward a lit, overlooked area rather than a back fence, and keep the rear cargo doors as your secondary access point.
Can the container still be stacked or relocated?
It keeps its ISO corner castings, so a tilt-bed, side loader, or crane can move it exactly like a standard box. Stacking a unit with a large side aperture is a different question, and we would ask you to talk it through with us first rather than assume the original stacking rating still applies.
| SKU | CCH-10105 |
| Condition | New (One-Trip) |
| External dimensions | 20' × 8' × 8'6" (L × W × H) |
| Door opening | 7'8" × 7'6" (W × H) |
| Internal dimensions | 19'4" × 7'8" × 7'10" (L × W × H) |
| Internal capacity | approx. 1,170 cu ft |
| Tare weight | approx. 4,850 lb |
| Delivery clearance needed | Approx. 60 ft of straight approach and ~15 ft overhead for tilt-bed delivery |
| Categories | 20ft Containers, Storage Containers for Sale |
| Availability | Available to order — nationwide delivery |
We deliver to all 50 states for a flat $500 per order — the same price regardless of container size, quantity, or distance. That fee is added in your cart and at checkout, and there is no distance or size surcharge. A tilt-bed truck slides the container to ground level and places it as close as safely possible to where you want it.
Need help preparing your site or choosing the right delivery method? Call us at (440) 379-3940 or request a quote.
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