TRUCKING Facts: The difference between a container and a refrigerated trailer

TRUCKING Facts:

In the first edition of our quick trucking facts post we aim to establish the difference between a container and a refrigerated trailer.

Please see the images below:

Container 

Image of a truck transporting a "container" on a "Skeletal trailer" also known as a "Skelly"

Containers are for loading and transporting goods with different methods (land, sea, air, rail…). The role of the container is to make freight transport easier, as well as to protect its cargo from the elements.

Refrigerated Trailer

Image of a refrigerated trailer which is used to transport chilled or frozen goods.

Refrigerated trailers are used to transport foods and products that require a temperature control. The trailer has a built-in refrigeration system to keep any and all products in their pre-shipped state.