Good storage starts with a simple idea: everything should have its place. When smaller components, products and stock are spread across shelves or stored in a mix of boxes, it can be difficult to find what you need.
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A well-organised system makes better use of available space and keeps items easy to identify, access and move.
Our 20-litre colour coded stacking recycled Euro container is designed to make day-to-day operations more efficient. Manufactured in the UK by Versatote, this practical container combines a useful capacity with a compact footprint, durable construction and colour-coded options that can help bring more structure to busy storage areas.
A practical size for stock
With external dimensions of 400 x 300 x 220mm, this box is large enough to hold a reasonable quantity of stock AND well suited to smaller components, products and materials. The internal dimensions of 352 x 250 x 215mm provide plenty of usable space for smaller items such as components, fixings, electrical parts or production materials. Rather than having several different products mixed together in a larger box, each container can be assigned to a particular item, product type or stage of a process.
Making better use of available space
Designed to European standard dimensions, they conform with other 600 x 400mm Euro containers from different manufacturers, making them easy to incorporate into existing storage systems. They can be stored vertically, making better use of shelving and floor space. For areas where every square metre counts, being able to store items upwards rather than simply spreading them across shelves can make a noticeable difference.
Colour coding with a practical purpose
The choice of blue, red or grey is more than a matter of appearance. Used effectively, colour can provide an immediate visual reference that helps staff identify different types of stock and understand how a storage area is organised. Particularly useful in busy environments where multiple people access the same shelving or workstations; rather than relying on labels alone, the colour of a container provides an additional visual cue.
How to build a simple colour-coded system
A colour-coded system works best when each colour has a clear and consistent purpose. Depending on the business, colour could be used to distinguish between product categories, departments, production stages or stock status. Keeping the rules simple makes it easier for staff to understand and follow warehouse storage solutions.
Built for busy working environments
The plastic Euro containers are manufactured from high-quality polypropylene, using 70% virgin material and 30% reprocessed plastic. The result is a hardwearing storage solution for demanding environments.
At 1.2kg, the box is substantial enough for business use without being unnecessarily cumbersome. Handholes make it easier to lift and move, which is particularly helpful when goods need to be taken from shelving to a workstation, trolley or vehicle.
This portability opens up plenty of possibilities. A distribution operation could use them to organise smaller products before they are picked, packed or transferred elsewhere.
A practical recycled storage option
The use of reprocessed plastic means the containers incorporate recycled material into their construction, alongside the durable polypropylene material needed for demanding storage environments.
A more organised approach
Introducing consistently sized, stackable containers gives each group of stock a defined home.
Containers can be labelled and arranged according to the way stock is used, making the storage area easier to maintain. Using containers with consistent dimensions can also make it easier to standardise storage across different areas, particularly where stock is regularly moved between shelving, workstations and picking areas.
Plastic storage containers provide a more durable alternative to temporary cardboard boxes or assorted packaging, particularly in environments where stock is regularly handled or moved. Their reusable design makes them well suited to businesses looking for a consistent storage solution that can be used repeatedly across different areas of an operation.
A useful storage solution beyond the workplace
Although these containers are designed with business applications in mind, their durable construction and practical size can also be useful domestically. A garage, workshop or utility area could use them for tools, DIY materials, gardening equipment or other smaller items that are difficult to keep organised.