Attached lid containers provide a practical storage and handling solution for businesses that need to keep stock secure, organised and easy to move. They help businesses manage stock across storage, handling and transportation.
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Designed for demanding commercial environments, Solent Plastics’ heavy duty ALC containers are available in various capacities, providing a straightforward way to keep products, components and equipment safe.
Why attached lids make a difference
One of the biggest advantages of attached lid containers is the simplicity they bring to everyday handling and logistics. There’s no need to worry about loose lids being lost, damaged or mixed up with another box. In warehouses and distribution environments, this can make packing, picking and unpacking quicker and more straightforward, helping to keep operations running smoothly.
The interlocking design can be secured with ties or tamper-evident seals, helping to safeguard valuable or sensitive goods as they move through the supply chain while keeping out dust and dirt. Another practical feature is the way these containers are designed to stack and nest. When full and closed, the flat lid creates a stable surface for stacking, while empty containers can nest inside one another to reduce the space they take up during storage and return journeys. Data suggests this can save up to 75% of space on return journeys, helping businesses make better use of warehouse space and reducing the cost and environmental impact.
Choosing the right size
Capacity is an important consideration when choosing a heavy-duty plastic container, alongside the type of stock, how often it’s accessed and the space available.
A useful option where contents need to be kept together without using an unnecessarily large box; the 45-litre container has an external height of 250mm, and can suit smaller components, packaged goods and stock that needs to be picked or moved regularly.
The 60-litre option provides additional capacity for bulkier items or groups of related products, helping to keep stock together without needing multiple smaller containers.
The 68-litre and 78-litre options provide more room for larger products, equipment or bulkier stock: the 68-litre model has internal dimensions of 500mm x 330mm x 345mm; and the taller 78-litre version offers additional capacity for items that need more vertical space.
Avoid choosing purely on maximum capacity. A container that is too large can make individual items harder to handle, while one that’s too small may create unnecessary repacking and additional handling.
Built for everyday commercial use
The grey premium heavy-duty range is designed for repeated use in commercial environments. Made from food-grade material and featuring super-strong, lockable designs, the 45-litre and 68-litre models have a 35kg load capacity each and a stacked load capacity of up to 140kg.
Across all four sizes, the containers share a 600mm x 400mm external footprint. This can simplify planning for shelving, racking and other warehouse storage solutions, as different capacities can fit within the same general floor space.
Keeping stock contained and organised
Instead of loose items occupying shelves, workbenches or pallets, products can be stored in designated containers that are easy to move, count and return to storage. This can simplify stock checks and help identify when items need replenishing.
An industrial storage container can also hold the materials needed for a specific task or work area, allowing staff to check availability before work begins. Identifying shortages in advance can help reduce interruptions and keep workloads on schedule.
Why choose grey containers?
Grey containers offer a practical option for businesses looking to maintain a consistent storage system while keeping general stock distinct from colour-coded items.
A consistent appearance: grey provides a uniform look across storage areas, helping maintain a cohesive system even as stock levels and container quantities change.
Works with colour coding: use grey for general inventory and reserve brighter colours for specific product categories, orders or handling priorities. This creates a visual distinction without relying entirely on labels.
Practical for everyday use: helping disguise minor marks and everyday signs of handling compared with lighter-coloured containers, grey storage solutions maintain a consistent appearance over time.
Easy to scale: when expanding a storage system, grey containers can be added alongside existing stock without introducing another colour into an established colour-coding scheme.
A cost-effective storage choice
Finding the right storage container is about more than finding a box that fits. It’s about choosing something that works for your stock, your team and the way your business operates. Solent Plastics’ grey premium heavy-duty range offers a few options to consider, with different capacities to suit a variety of storage and handling needs.