Folded Nesting Container
Empty returnable equipment can occupy dock and warehouse space after goods have been unloaded. The 3-sided folded nesting container is designed for this stage of the material flow. Its folding base and Z/A-frame geometry allow empty units to nest into one another, reducing the footprint required for temporary storage and return transport. This enables operators to collect, stage and load empty containers with fewer handling steps while keeping the reverse-logistics area clear for inbound and outbound traffic.
Model No.: HM-RC008
Tube Diameter: Φ19x1.8
Wire Diameter: Φ8&Φ 6 mm
Loading Capacity: 500 kg
Loaded in 1x40'HQ: 320sets
Exterior Dimension: 732Lx845Wx1680H mm
Products Description

Folded Nesting Container
Manufacturing Excellence
Expertise Supplier
Warehouse Solutions
Reliability Partner
Benefits
Nestable: More efficient transportation
Zinc/hot dip galvanized/powder coating(customized)
Fully collapsible to save space
Warehouse, logistic, recycling, etc.
HM-RC008
Model No.
500 kg
Loading Capacity
732×845×1680 mm
Exterior dimension
320 sets
Loaded in 1X40'HQ
The folded nesting container is designed around a practical reverse-logistics requirement: an empty unit must be collected quickly without creating a second storage problem.
After goods have been removed, the operator folds the base according to the handling procedure and pushes the empty container into the next unit. The Z/A-frame base creates the clearance required for horizontal nesting, so the units can be consolidated into a compact row instead of being handled as fully separate cages. This reduces the empty-equipment footprint from the stated 850 mm to approximately 225 mm per nested unit, subject to the selected model and nesting arrangement. This distinction is important in high-volume return operations: staff can prepare containers for return by folding the base and nesting the units, rather than dismantling and folding each cage separately.
Advantages
Three-sided load restraint
The three-sided mesh frame provides lateral restraint for loaded goods while leaving the open side available for loading and unloading.
Frame alignment for repeated nesting
Q235 steel and controlled welding at the frame joints support the dimensional alignment required for repeated nesting.
Corrosion protection for returnable use
The zinc galvanization finish is intended to protect the steel structure during normal handling and staging conditions.

Application
The operating cycle begins after goods have been delivered to the store or receiving area. Once the products are removed for shelf replenishment, the operator collects the empty container, folds the base according to the operating procedure and prepares the unit for nesting.
The empty folded nesting container are then pushed together into a nested row at the designated return area. This arrangement reduces the amount of dock space occupied during the waiting period and helps keep access routes available for inbound traffic. When the return vehicle arrives, the supervisor or trained loading operator loads the nested units according to the vehicle's capacity and the approved securing method.
At the distribution centre or supplier, the units are separated from the row, the bases are restored and the containers are inspected before being returned to the next picking, replenishment or internal-transfer cycle. The product therefore supports a closed handling loop from store delivery to empty collection, return staging, transport and redeployment.

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Product Specification
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Model No. |
Exterior Dimension |
Tube Diameter |
Wire Diameter |
Loading Capacity |
Loaded in 1x40'HQ |
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LxWxH(mm) |
mm |
mm |
kg |
sets |
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HM-RC008 |
732x845x1680 |
Φ19x1.8 |
Φ8&Φ 6 |
500 |
320 |
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Material |
Mild steel Q235 |
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Available design |
1.Optional extra gates, removable shelf |
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Finish |
Zinc/ Powder coating/ Hot dip galvanized |
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Remark |
Customized or OEM support |
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Similar Product
The 3-sided model is intended for applications where rapid access and high-density empty-unit nesting are priorities. Other configurations can be selected when the load or handling environment requires additional protection:
HM-RC010: A 4-sided configuration with a Z/A/Square-type base and lockable top lid for applications requiring more complete enclosure and controlled access.
HM-RC-LTO03: A liner-equipped configuration for laundry or other soft-return applications where the contents require an internal protective layer.
HM-RC007: Double-sided configuration, suitable for applications involving larger items that require easy loading and unloading.
The final selection should be based on load type, access frequency, enclosure requirement, route conditions and return-transport method.

Video
This video demonstrates the folding process of a folded nesting container, designed for compact storage and efficient return transport. Contact HM Group for roll container specifications and customized requirements.
HM Group

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Hold Goods, Move World
- Experienced manufacturer and exporter since 2003.
- Export Quantity: Around max 300 containers per month in 2023
- 10 production bases in 7 cities: Dalian, Qingdao, Xiamen, Nanjing, Hangzhou
- Offer custom-designed to suit your every need
- OEM, ODM support
Production Process
Nesting performance depends on the dimensional relationship between the base, frame and contact points. To maintain this fit, the factory controls tube cutting and punching dimensions for applicable components, with a stated tolerance of 0.5 mm where specified.

Quality Control
Quality inspection covers both loaded operation and repeated empty-unit handling. The base-folding mechanism is checked for movement and alignment, while the nesting clearance is verified to ensure that units can enter and separate without binding under the specified conditions.

Packing and shipping
1.Plastic banding with wooden pallet
2.Stretch film wrapped
3.The wheels are individually packed in cartons.

Certificate
Our commitment to compliance with certifications, including ISO, SGS inspection, BV test, APT test, and a patent certificate, ensures the high standards for HM Group

What Customers Say
"The nesting efficiency of this folded nesting container has helped us decongest the dock area. "-----------mariano Ramírez

FAQ
Q: What is the difference between a foldable cage and a nesting container?
A: A foldable cage reduces its footprint by changing the shape of the unit. A nesting container reduces the empty-unit footprint by allowing one unit to enter another.
Q: Does the zinc galvanization finish prevent damage during repeated nesting?
A: The zinc galvanization finish provides corrosion protection under the specified test conditions, but repeated metal-to-metal contact can still mark or damage a surface.
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