Choose options
Have two shipping containers on your property with unused space between them?
The Chery Industrial 36' x 40' Steel Shipping Container Roof Kit offers a practical way to transform that open area into a covered storage or work space.
Designed for installation between compatible shipping containers, this heavy-duty roof structure provides overhead protection for equipment, machinery, materials, and outdoor work areas.
With its galvanized steel frame, reinforced base poles, and manufacturer-listed wind and snow-load ratings, this container roof kit is designed for agricultural, commercial, industrial, and construction applications.
Whether you're expanding storage capacity on a farm, organizing a contractor yard, or creating a covered equipment area, this roof kit helps you make better use of the space you already have.
Important: Shipping containers are NOT included with this product.
With nominal dimensions of 36 feet wide by 40 feet long, this container roof kit spans an approximate 1,440-square-foot ground area.
The design makes it possible to use compatible shipping containers as the supporting structures for an overhead roof.
Agricultural equipment storage
Tractor and machinery protection
Construction material storage
Contractor equipment yards
Industrial storage areas
Covered maintenance workspaces
Farm supply storage
Vehicle and trailer protection
Palletized material storage
Outdoor equipment staging
Actual usable space depends on container placement, roof configuration, installation clearances, and site conditions.
The Chery Industrial container roof kit features a galvanized steel framework designed for outdoor exposure.
Its construction includes rectangular steel tubing and reinforced base poles that help support the overhead structure.
Corrosion-resistant galvanized steel components
Reinforced structural design
Suitable for a variety of outdoor storage applications
Designed for installation with compatible shipping containers
Durable framework for agricultural and commercial environments
Galvanized steel helps reduce corrosion associated with exposure to moisture and outdoor conditions.
Proper installation and routine inspections remain important for long-term performance.
The manufacturer lists a snow-load rating of:
14.6 pounds per square foot (PSF)
This corresponds to approximately 0.7 kN/m².
The rating provides an important reference when evaluating the structure for a particular installation location.
However, local snow-load requirements vary considerably, especially in northern climates and higher-elevation areas.
Before purchasing, verify that the manufacturer's rating meets your local building-code requirements.
Snow accumulation, drifting, and site-specific conditions can affect structural loading.
The manufacturer provides a wind pressure rating of approximately:
0.55 kN/m²
The supplied product information also describes this as corresponding to approximately 67 MPH.
Wind performance depends on factors such as installation height, exposure, anchoring, connections, and the applicable engineering standard.
Important: A wind pressure value and a wind-speed rating are not directly interchangeable without engineering assumptions. The 67 MPH figure should be confirmed against the manufacturer's structural documentation before being treated as a certified wind-speed rating.
The roof kit uses a structural layout with approximately 9.9 feet between trusses.
This spacing supports the overall roof configuration while maintaining an open covered area beneath the structure.
The reinforced base poles and galvanized rectangular steel tubing provide the primary structural framework.
Actual truss quantity and exact connection details should be confirmed for the selected model.
Shipping containers are widely used for equipment storage, jobsite organization, and agricultural operations.
Adding a compatible roof structure between containers can create an additional protected area without constructing a conventional enclosed building.
Makes use of space between existing containers
Adds overhead coverage for equipment and materials
Creates a more organized storage area
Provides a covered area for compatible work activities
Supports flexible commercial and agricultural site layouts
Container condition, placement, and structural suitability must be verified before installation.
Create covered space for tractors, implements, equipment, and agricultural supplies.
Provide overhead coverage for tools, materials, and compatible equipment.
Expand covered storage capacity for machinery, parts, and operational supplies.
Organize vehicles, equipment, and materials between shipping containers.
Make better use of existing container storage setups while adding overhead protection.
Chery Industrial shipping container roof kit
Nominal dimensions: 36' W x 40' L
Approximately 1,440 square feet of nominal coverage
Heavy-duty galvanized steel construction
Rectangular steel frame tubing
Reinforced base poles
Approximately 9.9-foot truss spacing
Manufacturer-listed 14.6 PSF snow-load rating
Manufacturer-listed 0.55 kN/m² wind pressure rating
Designed for installation between compatible shipping containers
Suitable for agricultural, commercial, and industrial storage applications
Shipping containers not included
Mechanical unloading equipment required
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Chery Industrial |
| Product Type | Shipping Container Roof Kit |
| Nominal Width | 36 feet |
| Nominal Length | 40 feet |
| Listed Height | 4 feet — Requires Confirmation |
| Approximate Coverage | 1,440 sq. ft. |
| Frame Material | Galvanized Steel |
| Frame Tubing | Rectangular Steel Tubing |
| Reinforced Base Poles | Yes |
| Truss Spacing | Approximately 9.9 feet |
| Snow-Load Rating | 14.6 PSF |
| Snow-Load Metric | 0.7 kN/m² |
| Wind Pressure Rating | 0.55 kN/m² |
| Advertised Wind Speed | Approximately 67 MPH — Requires Verification |
| Installation Type | Between Compatible Shipping Containers |
| Shipping Containers | Not Included |
| Unloading | Forklift, Crane, or Suitable Equipment Required |
| Primary Uses | Equipment Storage, Agricultural, Industrial, Construction |
Due to the size and weight of the steel components, this roof kit requires appropriate unloading arrangements.
Customers must have a forklift, crane, or equivalent unloading equipment available at delivery.
Before placing your order, please confirm:
Freight truck accessibility
Suitable unloading equipment
Available unloading personnel
Adequate space for handling long steel components
Shipping and delivery arrangements
Shipping containers are not part of the shipment.
Proper installation is essential for structural performance.
Before installing the container roof kit:
Verify that your shipping containers are structurally suitable for the intended roof system.
Confirm the correct container spacing and orientation.
Check local zoning, permit, and building-code requirements.
Review the manufacturer's installation instructions.
Confirm all structural connections and anchoring requirements.
Prepare appropriate lifting equipment and installation personnel.
Assemble and secure the roof according to the manufacturer's specifications.
Inspect all connections before placing the structure into service.
A qualified installer or engineer may be necessary depending on the location, intended use, and applicable codes.
No. Shipping containers must be purchased or supplied separately.
The nominal 36' x 40' dimensions represent approximately 1,440 square feet of coverage.
The roof structure uses galvanized rectangular steel tubing with reinforced base poles.
The manufacturer lists a 14.6 PSF snow-load rating, equivalent to approximately 0.7 kN/m².
The manufacturer provides a 0.55 kN/m² wind pressure rating and advertises an approximately 67 MPH wind-speed figure.
The relationship between these values should be verified through the manufacturer's engineering documentation.
Not necessarily. Container dimensions, structural condition, spacing, and roof attachment requirements must be compatible with the selected roof kit.
Yes. The supplier requires a forklift, crane, or other suitable unloading equipment.
Suitability depends on local design snow loads, wind exposure, and applicable building requirements.
The listed 14.6 PSF snow-load rating may not meet the requirements of some locations.
When you already have shipping containers on your property, the open space between them may represent an opportunity to expand your storage capacity.
The Chery Industrial 36' x 40' Steel Shipping Container Roof Kit provides a galvanized steel roof structure designed to help create a more functional covered area for equipment, materials, and work activities.
Protect your equipment. Expand your storage. Make your property work harder.
Looking for a different size container roof, storage shelter, or equipment protection solution?
At Home Outpost Supply, we offer a variety of outdoor storage and property improvement products.
Shop All Home Outpost Supply Products
Explore Our Product Collections
Visit Our Frequently Asked Questions
Need help understanding dimensions, delivery requirements, or product compatibility?
Call Home Outpost Supply at 1-888-831-9277.
Home Outpost Supply — Spaces That Work for You.
Customer installations & verified reviews
See how Home Outpost Supply customers are putting serious storage, shelter, outdoor cooking, and garage-lift solutions to work at home.
“It arrived fully assembled, and the 1,653 lb desktop capacity with solid-steel construction feels ready for serious work. The curbside liftgate made delivery smooth from start to finish.”
Homeowner install · 10ft workbench storage cabinet
“The 12 x 20 ft footprint gives us approximately 240 sq ft of room, with wide vehicle doors and a separate pedestrian entry. The weather-resistant steel exterior keeps our equipment protected.”
Homeowner install · 12 x 20 ft outdoor metal garage shed
“The black marble countertop looks sharp, the caster wheels make positioning easy, and the plug-and-play LPG setup meant we could get the kitchen ready without a complicated project.”
Homeowner install · 104 inch outdoor kitchen
“The push-button remote makes raising our storage straightforward. Getting those bins overhead reclaimed valuable garage floor space and made room for the things we use every day.”
Homeowner install · Auxx-Lift storage lift
