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In the world of heavy-lift logistics, moving the cargo is only half the battle. The other half is figuring out what to do with the empty equipment once the job is done.
The 40ft Collapsible Flat Rack is the industry’s answer to this problem.
Listed in the TraceContainer.com system as "40 Collapsible Flat Rack", this unit offers the same heavy-lifting capability as a fixed-end rack but features end walls that fold down flush with the floor. This engineering trick saves shipping lines and shippers millions in repositioning costs.
40 feet platform container
What is a Collapsible Flat Rack?
What is a Collapsible Flat Rack?
It is a 40ft steel platform with a wooden floor and two end walls (bulkheads).
The Mechanism: The end walls are hinged. They can be unlocked and folded down flat against the deck.
The "Flush Fold": unlike older models where the walls stuck up slightly, modern units fold perfectly flat (flush), creating a smooth surface.
The "Bundle" Advantage
The "Bundle" Advantage
Why choose Collapsible over Fixed? Storage efficiency. When these racks are empty, you don't want to pay for 4 separate container slots on a ship to return them.
The Bundle: You can stack 4 empty folded 40ft flat racks on top of each other.
The Magic Number: This stack of 4 has the exact same dimensions as one standard 40ft container.
The Savings: You pay for 1 slot to move 4 containers.
40ft Collapsible Flat Rack Dimensions
40ft Collapsible Flat Rack Dimensions
Note: The internal length is slightly restricted by the hinge mechanism at the base of the walls.
(Note: While the payload is high, always check the "Point Load" limit. Heavy weight concentrated on a small area needs to be spread out with dunnage)
Loading & Handling Tips
Loading & Handling Tips
Lifting: When loaded, you must use a spreader with top-lift capabilities. When empty and folded, the bundle is lifted as a single unit using the corner castings of the bottom rack.
OOG Cargo: Just like the fixed version, these are perfect for Over-Width and Over-Height cargo like yachts, buses, and mining crushers.
Hinge Clearance: When loading long cargo, be careful not to place heavy weight directly on the hinge mechanism at the base of the walls. Use dunnage (wood blocks) to lift the cargo slightly above the hinge.
Track Your Bundle
Track Your Bundle
Whether you are shipping a single loaded rack or a bundle of empty equipment returning to Shanghai, you need visibility. Trace your Collapsible Flat Rack fleet instantly with TraceContainer.com.
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