Difference between normal cargo container and Reefer Container

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Reefer Container and Dry Cargo container for export  import

How to differentiate General Cargo Dry Container and Refrigerated Container.
difference between general dry cargo container and reefer container

The major difference between normal dry container and reefer container is that the temperature conditions controlling system is available in reefer container.

The normal dry containers are used to transport general dry commodities where as refrigerator containers are used to move products which require temperature control. An electrical power supply is connected to the refrigeration unit which is fitted in the refrigerated container. The refrigeration unit is arranged in such a way that the external dimensions of the container meet ISO standards and thus fit into the container ship cell guides.

More details about Refrigerated containers and normal dry cargo container are mentioned in the following web links which clearly differentiate both standard dry container and reefer container.

Standard Dry Containers
Refrigerated Containers (Reefer Containers)
Dimension details of Normal Dry Container 20’
Measurements of normal dry cargo container 40’

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Comments


Muthiah buvan : I have got one enquiry from Tunisia for supplying Mangoes.Since the distance is long they advised me to send it by Refrigerated containers.The quantity is about 16 tons. I would like to your valuable comment on this enquiry.Is it worthy to send the mangoes by sea.Can I proceed further on this.What kind of container is suitable for such kind of mango exports? what are all the risks involved in this.Since it is perishable product will it reach safely.Kindly advise me how to handle this further.Looking forward to see your valuable reply.

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