Prefabex FS40 4 × 2M Flat Pack Storage Container is a medium-size portable storage unit designed for tools, equipment, site materials, commercial stock, industrial supplies, workshop items, warehouse overflow, and temporary storage requirements.
This 4m flat pack storage container provides more storage capacity than compact 2m and 3m units while remaining easier to transport, handle, and install than larger storage containers. It is suitable for construction sites, factories, warehouses, workshops, farms, commercial facilities, industrial yards, outdoor storage areas, and temporary project locations.
The FS40 is supplied in flat-packed form for efficient delivery and fast on-site assembly. It can be used as a standalone storage unit or combined with other flat pack storage containers to create a larger modular storage setup.
For complete storage size options and modular storage solutions, flat pack storage containers provide compact, medium, and large storage units for construction, commercial, industrial, and temporary projects.
| EXTERIOR LENGTH(mm) | 3881.2 |
| EXTERIOR WIDTH(mm) | 2141.7 |
| EXTERIOR HEIGHT(mm) | 2089.5 |
| INTERIOR LENGTH(mm) | 3720.5 |
| INTERIOR WIDTH(mm) | 1982 |
| INTERIOR HEIGHT(mm) | 1940 |
| FORK POCKET HEIGHT(mm) | 53 |
| FORK POCKET WIDTH(mm) | 195.5 |
| FLOOR HEIGHT(mm) | 86 |
| FLOOR COVERING | OSB-3 |
| SQUARE METERS(m²) | 7.37 |
| CUBIC METERS(m³) | 14.306 |
| LENGTH(mm) | 3881 |
| WIDTH(mm) | 2141.2 |
| HEIGHT(mm) | 311 |
| WEIGHT(KG) | 485 |
The FS40 4 × 2M flat pack storage container is designed for users who need a practical balance between storage capacity, compact delivery, and site flexibility.
It is larger than small 2m and 3m units, making it suitable for more demanding storage applications, but still compact enough for projects where a full-size storage container may not be necessary.
The FS40 can be used to store:
Construction tools
Power tools
Site materials
Maintenance equipment
Commercial stock
Industrial spare parts
Workshop supplies
Agricultural tools
Event equipment
Safety equipment
Packaging materials
Seasonal items
Warehouse overflow
Small machinery
Facility management supplies
Its flat pack format helps reduce transport volume and makes it practical for projects that need secure storage delivered efficiently.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product type | Flat pack storage container |
| Model | FS40 |
| Nominal size | 4 × 2M |
| Application | Portable storage unit |
| Structure | Modular flat pack steel system |
| Wall and roof panels | Durable steel panel system |
| Floor system | Storage-grade floor structure |
| Door type | Secure access door system |
| Lock system | Lockable storage access |
| Finish | Powder-coated finish |
| Color options | RAL color options available |
| Handling | Designed for practical transport and site handling |
| Assembly | Fast on-site assembly |
| Use type | Temporary, semi-permanent, or relocatable storage |
Final technical values such as exact external dimensions, packed height, weight, panel thickness, floor load, snow load, door details, and handling features should be confirmed according to the approved production specification.
The 4m flat pack storage container is a strong choice when a project needs more storage space than small compact units but does not require a larger 5m or 6m container.
It is suitable for:
Construction site storage
Commercial stock storage
Workshop storage
Factory maintenance storage
Warehouse overflow
Farm and agricultural storage
Outdoor tool storage
Event equipment storage
Temporary project storage
Industrial spare parts storage
Retail backup storage
Facility management storage
The 4m size provides useful storage capacity while keeping the unit manageable for delivery, placement, and assembly.
The FS40 flat pack storage container is designed for practical daily storage use. Its steel construction and secure access help protect stored items from weather exposure, unauthorized access, and normal site conditions when installed correctly.
Key construction advantages may include:
Durable steel structure
Weather-resistant exterior finish
Powder-coated surface
Secure access system
Practical floor structure
Suitable use for tools and materials
Long-term usability when properly maintained
Temporary or semi-permanent storage use
The final material specification can be selected according to climate, project duration, security needs, and destination requirements.
Storage security is important when the unit is used for tools, commercial stock, equipment, or industrial materials.
The FS40 can be configured with secure access features such as:
Strong door system
Lockable access
Durable hinges
Practical loading opening
Optional security upgrades
Exterior lighting preparation when required
Internal organization options
This makes the FS40 suitable for construction companies, warehouses, workshops, commercial operators, and industrial users who need reliable storage capacity.
The FS40 is delivered in flat-packed form to support efficient logistics and fast project deployment. Compared with fully assembled storage units, flat pack delivery can reduce transport volume and simplify delivery planning.
Flat pack delivery is useful for:
Construction sites
Industrial areas
Urban projects
Remote locations
Export shipments
Temporary storage yards
Projects requiring multiple units
Sites with limited access
Fast-deployment storage needs
After delivery, the unit is assembled on site to create a functional storage space. Assembly time depends on site preparation, tools, team experience, access conditions, and project requirements.
The FS40 can support different storage applications across multiple sectors.
Contractors can use the FS40 for tools, PPE, electrical supplies, plumbing materials, finishing materials, small machinery, documents, and daily site equipment.
Retailers, service companies, and commercial facilities can use it for stock overflow, packaging materials, promotional items, seasonal goods, and operational supplies.
Factories, workshops, and maintenance teams can use the FS40 for spare parts, repair tools, cleaning supplies, safety equipment, technical materials, and workshop inventory.
Farms and outdoor work areas can use the FS40 for garden tools, irrigation parts, seasonal equipment, agricultural supplies, and maintenance items.
Event organizers can use the FS40 for signage, barriers, cables, tools, furniture, display materials, and temporary event supplies.
A 2m or 3m storage container is suitable for compact tools, small supplies, and limited-space storage. The 4m FS40 provides more internal capacity for users who need to store a wider range of materials.
Choose the 4m FS40 when:
A 2m or 3m unit is too small
More tools or materials must be stored
Commercial stock requires extra space
A workshop needs organized storage
Site supplies need to be stored in one place
The project needs medium-capacity storage
A larger 5m or 6m unit is not necessary
The 4m size is often a practical middle option between compact storage and large storage units.
Larger 5m and 6m flat pack storage containers provide more capacity for bigger equipment, higher inventory volume, and larger project storage requirements.
The FS40 is a better choice when:
The project needs medium storage capacity
The site has limited available space
A full-size container is too large
The stored items are moderate in volume
Transport and placement need to stay practical
The buyer wants a balance between capacity and compact handling
Choose a larger unit when the project needs to store heavy equipment, large stock volume, long materials, or higher-capacity warehouse overflow.
The FS40 can be used for both temporary and semi-permanent storage applications. It is useful for short-term projects, seasonal storage, site operations, and longer project durations.
Temporary use may include:
Construction projects
Events
Seasonal stock
Site renovation work
Temporary commercial storage
Emergency storage needs
Semi-permanent use may include:
Workshop storage
Factory maintenance storage
Outdoor storage yards
Industrial stock areas
Farm storage
Commercial back-of-house storage
The correct specification should be selected based on how long the unit will remain on site and what it will store.
Prefabex can customize flat pack storage containers according to project needs and storage use.
Possible customization options may include:
RAL color selection
Shelving systems
Ventilation
Security upgrades
Additional lock options
Interior organization
Branding
Lighting preparation
Electrical preparation
Floor options
Handling options
Delivery and assembly support
Customization should be selected according to stored items, access frequency, site location, climate, and security requirements.
The cost of the FS40 4 × 2M flat pack storage container depends on the final specification and project conditions.
Main cost factors include:
Quantity
Material specification
Door and lock options
Color selection
Shelving or interior options
Ventilation
Security upgrades
Electrical preparation
Delivery location
Installation scope
Project destination
Customization level
The best storage solution is not always the lowest-price unit. It is the container that matches the required storage capacity, security level, site conditions, and long-term use.
Prefabex manufactures flat pack storage containers for construction sites, commercial facilities, industrial projects, warehouses, farms, outdoor storage areas, and temporary storage needs.
The FS40 4 × 2M flat pack storage container offers:
Practical 4m storage size
Medium-capacity storage space
Efficient flat-packed delivery
Fast on-site assembly
Durable steel construction
Secure access for tools and materials
Powder-coated finish options
RAL color options
Suitable use for temporary or semi-permanent storage
Practical storage for construction, commercial, industrial, agricultural, and event use
Custom color and feature options
Single-unit or multi-unit storage applications
Export preparation and international delivery support
Professional installation support when required
Whether you need one medium-size storage unit or multiple flat pack storage containers for a larger project, Prefabex can prepare a solution based on your storage requirements.
If you need a 4m flat pack storage container for tools, equipment, site materials, commercial stock, outdoor storage, warehouse overflow, or temporary project use, Prefabex can help you choose the right configuration.
Send us your required quantity, site location, storage purpose, color preference, delivery destination, optional features, and installation scope.
Prefabex can prepare a customized quotation for the FS40 4 × 2M flat pack storage container based on your project needs.
It is used for construction site tools, workshop supplies, commercial stock, spare parts, farm equipment, event materials, warehouse overflow, and outdoor storage.
Yes. The FS40 provides more storage capacity than a 3m unit while still remaining more compact than 5m and 6m storage containers.
Yes. It can be used outdoors when installed correctly and specified with suitable materials, coating, drainage, and site preparation for the project environment.
Yes. Custom options may include RAL color selection, shelving, ventilation, security upgrades, additional lock options, branding, lighting preparation, electrical preparation, and delivery support.
The FS40 is designed for flat-packed delivery and on-site assembly, helping reduce transport volume and improve logistics efficiency.
Yes. Multiple FS40 units can be used together for larger storage setups, construction site storage zones, commercial storage areas, or project-based storage systems.
Price depends on quantity, material specification, door and lock options, color, security upgrades, shelving, delivery location, installation scope, and project requirements.
The key details are required quantity, site location, storage purpose, preferred color, delivery destination, optional features, and installation scope.