10 Practical Tips for Keeping containers Cool in Summer

Summer heat is not only unpleasant, it can also cause damage to the contents of your shipping container. Whether you rent or own a shipping shipping container, it is vital to take steps to keep its interior cool.

Because shipping shipping containers are made of steel, they absorb the sun’s heat. So during the summer, the heat is more likely to cause damage to the inside of the shipping container.

Here are 10 practical tips to help keep your shipping shipping container at a comfortable temperature in the hot summer.

1. Add sunshade facilities

Installing awnings or shade cloth on the outside of the shipping container can effectively block direct sunlight and reduce the rise in internal temperature.

2. Optimize ventilation system

Installing vents at one end of the shipping shipping container can effectively promote air circulation and remove heat. The three most common types of vents are louvered, fixed and roof turbine.

Clean the vents regularly to ensure that there is no debris blocking them to maintain optimal ventilation.

3. Add insulation to the shipping container

Adding insulation materials, such as foam boards or insulation films, to the inner wall of the shipping container can effectively isolate external heat.

The PU boards, rock wool and other materials we provide can effectively help insulate shipping shipping container rooms.

4. Increase greening

This is an environmentally friendly way. For example, place some potted plants inside the shipping container, or make a green roof.

This method can not only beautify the environment, but also reduce the indoor temperature through the transpiration of plants.

5. Increase greening

This is an environmentally friendly way. For example, place some potted plants inside the shipping container, or make a green roof.

This method can not only beautify the environment, but also reduce the indoor temperature through the transpiration of plants.

6. Keep shipping shipping containers in a cool place

Placing shipping shipping containers in the shade is one of the most effective ways to cool them down.

Avoiding direct exposure to sunlight can significantly reduce the temperature inside the shipping container.

7. Install Air Conditioning

Installing a portable HVAC unit will keep your shipping container cool. This is the easiest and quickest way to solve the problem of summer heat.

You can choose the right portable air conditioner based on the size of your shipping shipping container.

8. Use dehumidification equipment

If you are not interested in air conditioning, then consider purchasing a dehumidifier. Dehumidifiers effectively regulate the humidity level inside the shipping container by absorbing moisture from the air.

When using a dehumidifier, you need to install a discharge pipe. This will help drain the condensed water from the dehumidifier tank.

9. Make sure the doors stay closed

Doors are the main moving parts of shipping shipping containers, and they will gradually wear out due to frequent opening and closing.

Regular maintenance of shipping container doors can effectively block external heat. Especially if ventilation facilities, air conditioning or insulation materials are installed inside the shipping container.

10. Get a roof with excellent insulation properties

The top of a shipping shipping container is the primary area that absorbs solar heat. Typically, shipping containers have darker roof colors, such as red, green or blue, which can cause the temperature inside the shipping container to rise.

A practical method is to paint the roof with a light-colored reflective paint, such as white or light gray.

This reflective coating can significantly improve the thermal insulation performance of the shipping container.

We hope these tips will help you find the best summer cooling solution for your container.

By taking some precautions before the hot season arrives, you can effectively control the temperature inside your container.