of government or military shipments. Crate A crate is a large container, often made of wood, used to transport large, heavy or awkward items. A crate has a self-supporting structure, with or without sheathing. Reusable plastic versions include: Euro container Systainer, for shipping tools. Intermediate bulk shipping container An intermediate bulk container (IBC, IBC Tote, IBC Tank) is a multi-use container employed for the general transport, storage, and handling of bulk fluids and materials. IBC tanks are compatible with, and resistant to, an extensive list of chemicals, acids, caustics, as well as inert materials and food grade consumables. IBCs are commonly manufactured from the following materials: Plastic (High-Density Polyethylene) Composite: Steel & Plastic Carbon Steel Stainless Steel (304 & 316/316L SS grades) Some IBC engineering models are foldable (collapsible) for space-saving breakdown following use. Flexible intermediate bulk container A Flexible intermediate bulk container, FIBC, big bag, bulk bag, or super sack is a standardized container in large dimensions for storing and transporting and storing granular products. It is often made of a woven synthetic material. Bulk box A bulk box, bulk bin, skid box, or tote box is a pallet size box used for storage and shipping of bulk quantities. Drum Drums are cylindrical shipping containers made of steel, plastic or fiber. They are often used for liquids and granular materials. Insulated Insulated shipping containers are a type of packaging used to ship temperature sensitive products such as foods, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals. They are used as part of a cold chain to help maintain product freshness and efficacy. Pail Some pails are used as shipping containers. Unit load device A Unit Load Device, or ULD, is a container used to transport cargo on commercial aircraft. A ULD can be a pallet or container used to load luggage, freight, and mail on wide-body aircraft and specific narrow-body aircraft. It allows a large quantity of cargo to be bundled into a single unit. Since this leads to fewer units to load, it saves ground crews time and effort and helps prevent delayed flights. Each ULD has its own packing list, manifest, or tracking identification to improve control and tracking of contents Padded envelope A padded mailer is suited for shipment of small items. Specialized Custom containers are used for shipments of products such as scientific instruments, weapons and aviation components. Customized cushioning, blocking and bracing, carrying handles, lift rings, locks, etc. are