Large-capacity folding containers for bridges

Could a five-in-one foldable container design boost efficiency?

A five-in-one foldable container design certified by the International Geneva-based International Standard Organization (ISO) could boost efficiency and transform the carriages of empties, claims Florida-based Compact Container Systems (CCS). The SeaFold container opened out and stacked Credit: Compact Container Systems

How can a government reduce the cost of a foldable container?

It would also be helpful for governments to invest in research and innovation of the equipment technology for handling foldable containers to reduce the fixed cost. Meanwhile, policies that can motivate container companies to supply more foldable containers to the market would also have a positive effect.

Why are small vessels used to transport containers on rivers?

Second, large vessels may not be able to sail to the upstream reaches of a river owing to the limitations imposed by the bridge heights and water depth. As a result, small vessels are widely used to transport containers on rivers (in China for example), especially in the upstream and middle stream sections of a river.

Are full containers better than empty containers in River repositioning?

This research can also be extended in several directions. First, compared with empty container repositioning in river transport, full containers have different vessel height contributions and draught contributions to a given type of vessel. Considering empty and full containers simultaneously is more practical.