Container parts
hasp
A hasp is a hinged metal strap with a slot. It folds over a staple or loop and takes a padlock. On a container, the hasp on the door handle locks the locking bar in place. Standard ISO hasps are common.
Why it matters
The hasp is where a lock meets the container. Many lock boxes are built to fit standard ISO hasps. Operators check hasps for bends, worn pins and loose welds, because a weak hasp makes a lock easy to defeat. A common mistake is to buy a heavy padlock and leave a poor hasp. Thieves attack the weakest part, not the strongest. When you add a lock box or a new hasp, confirm that the fit and mounting method match the door. Some products bolt on and others weld on. Check that the door still opens and closes freely after the work.
Read: Shipping container sizes and dimensions for rental fleets
Definition source: conextalk.com
Related terms
lock box
A lock box is a steel housing that fits over a padlock on a container door. It encloses the lock to block bolt cutters and other tools. Bolt-on and weld-on lock boxes are common add-ons for storage containers. It adds theft protection but is not a full security system.
door locking bar
A door locking bar is a vertical steel rod on a container door. It turns in cam keepers at the top and bottom of the frame to lock the door tight and compress the gasket. Each door normally has one or two bars.
cam keeper
A cam keeper is a steel bracket on the top and bottom of a container door frame. The cam on the locking bar sits in it. When the bar turns, the cam locks into the keeper and holds the door closed.
cargo door
A cargo door is one of the two hinged steel doors at the end of a standard shipping container. The doors close on rubber gaskets and lock with vertical locking bars. They are the main way in and out of a container.
container repair
Container repair is work that fixes damage to a container, such as holes, dents, floors and doors. The IICL repair manual says the purpose of any repair is to restore structural integrity so the container can work safely in intermodal transport. Methods include straightening, welding, patching, inserting and replacing parts.
container modification
A container modification is a change made to a standard shipping container. It covers a single door cut-in up to a full fit-out. Common changes include doors, windows, vents, insulation, electrical work, HVAC, lining, partitions and plumbing. Sellers often group these changes into packages.
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