CONTAINERIZATION, different types of containers pptx
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Sep 25, 2024
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CONTAINERIZATION this ppt is all about how CONTAINERIZATION work and what are the categories of CONTAINERIZATION
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Language: en
Added: Sep 25, 2024
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CONTAINERIZATION
Malcom Purcell McLean ( 1913 – 2001) This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-SA was an American businessman who invented the modern intermodal shipping container 1956
WHAT IS CONTAINERIZATION? Containerization is a system of intermodal freight transport using intermodal containers. The containers have standardized dimensions. They can be loaded & unloaded, stacked, transported efficiently over long distances and transferred from one mode of transport to another- container ship, rail transport flatcars & semi-trailer trucks without being opened.
PLAYERS IN THE CONTAINER SUPPLY CHAIN CARGO SHIPS FREIGHT TRAINS INLAND CONTAINER DEPOT TRUCKS
Dimension of container:
Dry storage container
Flat rack container
Open top container
Tunnel container
Open side container
Refrigerator container
Thermal container
Tank container
Car carrier container
Benefits of containerization: Prevention of theft & pilferage Flexibility of usage Flexibility of transport Avoid repeated loading/unloading of goods Safety of perishable goods