Spreader (container)

The spreader is a device used for lifting containers and unitized cargo.

The spreader used for containers has a locking mechanism at each corner that attaches the four corners of the container. A spreader can be used on a container crane, a straddle carrier and with any other machinery to lift containers.

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Intermodal containers

Overview	Containerization Intermodal freight transport Bureau International des Containers ISO 6346 (BIC code) Twenty-foot equivalent unit

Transport	Container ship Double-stack Flatcar Well car

Handling	Container terminal Container crane Reach stacker Rubber tyred gantry crane Sidelifter Straddle carrier Twistlock Container spreader

Types	Refrigerated container SECU Tank container

Other	The Box BBC Box Container (board game) Container Shipping Information Service Shipping container architecture Sun Modular Datacenter

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