The DA-D1 Top Lifting Lug is a high performance, heavy duty lifting solution specifically engineered for the safe and efficient top lifting of shipping containers. Designed to meet stringent industry standards, this lifting lug ensures reliability, strength, and compliance for marine and offshore operations. Manufactured from heat treatable steel and finished with hot dip galvanizing and shop primer, the DA-D1 offers excellent durability and corrosion resistance, making it ideal for harsh environments.

Certified by DNV (Det Norske Veritas), this lifting lug is approved for use on all vessels classed by DNV, ensuring full compliance with international maritime safety standards.

Key Features

• DNV Type Approved for marine and offshore applications
• Designed for top lifting of shipping containers
• Working Load Limit (WLL): 14 tons per lug
• 56 tons total capacity (based on 4 lugs)
• Minimum Breaking Load: 56 tons
• Test Load: 28 tons
• Robust heat-treatable steel construction
• Hot dip galvanized finish for corrosion protection
• Compact and durable design

Quality & Compliance

• Manufactured in accordance with DNV classification rules for ships
• Subject to strict production and material testing, including impact testing at -20°C
• Each unit is marked for full traceability

Applications

• Shipping container lifting (top lifting configuration)
• Offshore and marine lifting operations
• Port handling and logistics
• Heavy duty industrial lifting systems

From construction sites to ports and logistics hubs, Universal Containers’ Lifting Lugs ensure maximum safety and efficiency every time you move a container.

For any questions, call us at 0161 775 3217 (opt 1) or email us at sales@universal-containers.com.

The First Floor Leveller is a heavy duty, precision built solution designed to achieve accurate height adjustment when stacking shipping containers. Ideal for modular builds, elevated workspaces, and multi level container structures, it provides a safe, stable, and efficient way to align containers during installation.

Please note: This product is sold individually. A full container setup requires a quantity of 4 units.

What’s Included

Each leveller kit comes complete with:

• 1 × 600mm Utility Pole (can be cut to required length, recommended 200mm for optimal use)

• 2 × Utility Pole Nuts

• 2 × 10mm Washer Plates

Key Features

Robust Steel Construction – Manufactured from high strength steel to withstand demanding site conditions and heavy loads.

Impressive Load Capacity – Each unit supports up to 10 tonnes, ensuring dependable performance when supporting stacked containers.

Precision Threaded Adjustment – Enables fine height adjustments to compensate for uneven ground or slight variations between containers.

Secure Locking System – Fitted with a locking plate and adjustment nut to hold the leveller firmly in position once set.

Quick & Easy Installation – Designed to fit standard ISO container corner castings, no welding or permanent modifications required.

Enhanced Structural Stability – Promotes even weight distribution, reducing stress on container frames during stacking.

Why Choose the First Floor Leveller?

Whether you’re constructing a container office, residential unit, or multi storey modular system, this leveller ensures your containers are perfectly aligned from the outset, saving time, improving safety, and delivering a professional finish.

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The Shipping Container Offset Twist Lock is a practical solution for operators who need better access between containers without rearranging their entire layout. Designed to shift containers approximately 130mm (5 inches) apart, this heavy duty connector creates valuable clearance while maintaining a secure and stable connection.

With a safe working load rating of up to 6,000kg (6 tonnes), it provides dependable performance for both stacked and side by side container configurations in commercial, industrial, and storage environments.

Built for Smarter Container Layouts

Adds a 130mm Gap Between Containers
Instantly create additional clearance to form walkways or service gaps between units. Ideal for sites where space is limited but accessibility is essential.

Improves Site Access & Safety
Make inspections, maintenance, and daily operations easier. The added spacing helps reduce congestion and improves overall safety on busy yards.

Heavy-Duty Construction
Manufactured from high strength steel and precision welded for durability, this offset twist lock delivers reliable locking performance without compromising structural integrity.

Perfect for Storage & Industrial Applications
Whether you manage a self storage facility, construction yard, transport depot, or long term container installation, this solution allows you to optimise layout without costly repositioning.

Compatible with Standard Containers
Designed to work seamlessly with ISO shipping containers and standard twist lock fittings. Installation is quick and straightforward, with no modifications required.

A Simple Upgrade with Big Impact

Instead of relocating containers or sacrificing usable space, the Offset Twist Lock provides a straightforward way to enhance accessibility and functionality across your site, saving time, effort, and operational costs.

Didn’t find what you were looking for? Explore our full collection of twist lock accessories, or check out our dovetail twist locks and semi-automatic twist locks for alternative options!

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The Removable D-Ring 25T SWL is a heavy-duty, high-strength lifting and lashing point engineered for demanding industrial and marine applications. Manufactured from premium heat treatable steel and finished with hot dip galvanizing, this D-ring delivers exceptional strength, durability, and corrosion resistance in harsh environments.

Designed for secure load handling and anchoring operations, it provides a Safe Working Load (SWL) of 250 kN (25 tonnes) in tension, making it suitable for heavy lifting, offshore, marine, construction, and transport applications.

The unit is DNV rated and supplied with certification, ensuring compliance with stringent international safety and quality standards.

Key Features:

• Safe Working Load (SWL): 250 kN (25T) – Tension

• Proof Test Load: 375 kN

• Minimum Breaking Load (MBL): 500 kN

• Material: Heat Treatable Steel

• Surface Finish: Hot Dip Galvanized for superior corrosion resistance

• Weight: 8.2 kg

• Certification: DNV Rated with Certificate

The removable design allows for flexibility in installation and maintenance, while maintaining structural integrity under extreme load conditions. Built for reliability and long service life, this D-ring is ideal for applications where safety and performance cannot be compromised.

Contact us for wholesale discounts on all our products.

We specialise in the sale and distribution of shipping containers, accessories, and container modifications. Our products are designed for quick and easy installation. We offer a wide range of accessories, including air vents, lock-boxes, twist locks and stacking pins, bridge clamps, and more!

Please note our products are also available on Amazon & eBay.

For any questions, call us at 0161 775 3217 (opt 1) or email us at sales@universal-containers.com.

Key Features:

• Adjustable Height: Elevates your container up to 580mm, perfect for sloping or uneven sites.

• Twistlock Connection: Securely locks into the bottom corner casting of any standard ISO shipping container for rapid deployment.

• Anchoring Ready: Base plate features four 10mm anchor holes for bolting into solid ground.

• Smooth Adjustment: Operates via a threaded rotary screw for fine, tuned height control.

• Heavy-Duty Performance:

  • Load Capacity Tested: 10 tons (100kN)

  • Recommended Safe Working Load: 8 tons (1.25 safety factor)

  • Self Weight: 12.8kg

• Durable Finish: Galvanised for long lasting corrosion resistance in all weather conditions.

Built for stability, reliability, and ease of use, the Adjustable Twistlock Levelling Leg is a must-have for container conversions, temporary site setups, or uneven ground storage.

Didn’t find what you were looking for? Explore our full collection of twist lock accessories, or check out our dovetail twist locks and semi-automatic twist locks for alternative options!

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Our Domino Clamps are an innovative fixing system designed specifically for attaching signs, lights, railings, and other equipment to shipping containers, without causing any damage. These clever clamps fit directly into the ISO corner castings, meaning there’s no need to drill, weld, or alter the container in any permanent way.

Built for strength, safety, and adaptability, each clamp is made from solid steel and features four M12 threaded holes, creating a secure anchor point for a wide range of uses. Whether you’re fitting out a container for a festival, construction site, self-storage yard, or temporary event, domino clamps make it easy to mount what you need with confidence.

Specifications:

• No permanent alterations – fits into ISO corner castings via bolt system

• Reusable & repositionable – move from container to container as needed

• Heavy-duty steel – made for durability in any environment

• Four M12 threaded holes – perfect for fixing signs, frames, lighting, brackets, and more

• Quick installation & removal – no tools required and no damage after removal

Perfect for:

• Mounting cameras, lights, or signs to container exteriors

• Creating secure anchor points for banner frames or fencing

• Installing electrical boxes or temporary structures

• Use on sites, events, storage yards, or retail pop-ups

How to use:

1. Slide the Domino Clamp into the container’s ISO corner casting (side or end hole)

2. Tighten it in place using the supplied bolt

3. Use the threaded holes to mount your accessory or fixture

4. When done, just unscrew and remove—no marks, no fuss

Domino Clamps provide a safe, secure, and flexible mounting solution that works for almost any container-based setup. Whether you’re creating a branded display or installing essential site equipment, these clamps offer the versatility and peace of mind professional users rely on.

Didn’t find what you were looking for? Explore our full collection of twist lock accessories, or check out our dovetail twist locks and semi-automatic twist locks for alternative options!

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The BC-G2 B Lockable stacking cone for shipping containers is a robust, twist-in stacking solution designed for safe and secure container handling. Made from heavy-duty galvanised steel, this stacking cone fits directly into ISO container corner castings and features a twist lock mechanism with a spring loaded trigger for added security. Once inserted, it twists into place, locking firmly, and can only be released by pressing the small spring loaded trigger. This mechanism prevents accidental dislodgement during stacking, storage, or transport.

This lockable stacking cone is ideal for secure container stacking in shipping yards and depots, providing reliable alignment and stability with minimal effort and maximum safety. It is well-suited for intermodal freight transport and supports both long term and temporary container storage. It also plays a crucial role in industrial and construction site logistics, where safe and efficient stacking solutions are essential.

Lockable cone specifications:

Model: BC-G2 B Lockable stacking cone
Material: Galvanised steel
Compatibility: Standard ISO corner castings
Locking Type: Twist lock with spring loaded trigger
Dimensions: 116mm (L) x 110mm (W) x 117mm (H)
Weight: 2.5 kg each
Finish: Hot-dip galvanised
Load Capacity: Rated for up to 25T (static vertical load)

How to use:

1. Insert: Drop the stacking cone into the lower container’s corner casting.

2. Twist: Rotate the cone to lock it securely into place. The internal mechanism will automatically engage.

3. Stack: Lower the upper container so that its corner casting fits directly over the cone.

4. Check: Ensure the cone is properly seated and fully locked in position at all four corners.

5. Release: To remove, press the spring loaded trigger and twist the cone in the opposite direction to unlock.

Looking for more twist lock options? Dive into our extensive selection of twist locks to discover the perfect solution for your needs, including stacking twist locks and semi-automatic twist lock stacking pins.

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Our BC-G2 (C) shipping container hanging stacking cone is a heavy duty container alignment device designed to simplify and secure vertical stacking of ISO shipping containers. Ideal for port & terminal operations, as well as container yards, this self locking cone ensures precise positioning with minimal manual effort.

The cone fits easily into the underside of corner castings, allowing for quick and secure stacking. Each container requires four cones, and the integrated flange increases the overall stack height by 12mm per row.
*Note: Cones are sold separately.

Stacking cone specification

Model: BC-G2 (C)
Type: Hanging stacking cone
Material: Cast steel
Finish: Hot dip galvanised
Compatibility: Standard ISO containers

Instructions for use:

1. Insert & rotate – Place the cone into the bottom corner of the upper container and rotate. It will automatically hang in place.

2. Stacking – Lower the upper container onto the lower one. The stacking cone aligns both containers, no manual intervention required.

3. Unloading – Lift the container as usual. The stacking cone remains attached and lifts out with it.

4. Removal – Push the cone up, hold it, then rotate to release and remove it.

Looking for more twist lock options? Dive into our extensive selection of twist locks to discover the perfect solution for your needs, including stacking twist locks and semi-automatic twist lock stacking pins.

For any questions, call us at 0161 504 7839 (opt 1) or email us at sales@universal-containers.com

Our BC‑A3 2641 model shipping container stacking cones are strong, conical fittings made from forged, hot-dip galvanised steel. They sit between stacked ISO containers to help guide them into position and keep them securely in place during transport. Unlike twist locks, they don’t lock containers rigidly, instead, they align the lower corners of the upper container with the ones beneath, enabling shear force transfer and preventing horizontal movement.

Application:

Used to stabilise containers stacked on top of one another.

Specifications:

Compressive strength: minimum 800 kN
Shear strength: minimum 420 kN
Material: Hot Dip Galvanised steel
Weight: approx. 2.5 kg
Dimensions: 129 mm (L) x 112 mm (W) x 120 mm (H)

Looking for more twist lock options? Dive into our extensive selection of twist locks to discover the perfect solution for your needs, including stacking twist locks and semi-automatic twist lock stacking pins.

For any questions, call us at 0161 775 3217 (opt 1) or email us at sales@universal-containers.com.

Key Features:

• Durable Build: Manufactured from premium-grade materials, our twistlock pins are designed to support heavy weights and endure even the toughest transport conditions.
• Reliable Locking System: The innovative twistlock mechanism ensures a firm and stable connection, eliminating any risk of cargo shifting or falling during transit.
• Effortless Setup: With a design that emphasizes speed and simplicity, these pins can be swiftly installed on standard flatbed trucks without the need for specialized equipment.
• Broad Compatibility: Suitable for a wide range of flatbed trucks and container types, our twistlock pins provide flexible solutions for diverse cargo transport challenges.
• Corrosion-Resistant: Built to fend off rust and corrosion, our twistlock pins guarantee long-lasting performance even in the most demanding environments.
• Enhanced Safety Measures: Each pin is rigorously tested to meet strict industry standards, ensuring maximum safety for drivers and cargo handlers alike.

Benefits:

• Unmatched Cargo Security: Avoid expensive damages and losses by securely locking down your cargo with our twistlock pins.
• Efficiency and Savings: Benefit from faster loading and unloading processes, reducing both time and labor expenses.
• Adaptable Usage: Whether you’re moving shipping containers or heavy equipment, our twistlock pins offer a versatile solution for various cargo needs.
• Long-Term Reliability: Designed to handle continuous use and rough conditions, our pins promise durability and consistent performance.
• Compliance Confidence: Rest assured knowing our twistlock pins exceed industry safety and performance standards, keeping your operations compliant and risk-free.

For logistics companies, freight carriers, or independent truck operators, choosing our Lorry-Bed Twistlock Pins means investing in the security, efficiency, and reliability of your cargo transport operations. Rely on our exceptional quality and steadfast commitment to excellence to keep your shipments secure, no matter where the road leads.