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Lock Boxes

Add extra security to your shipping container with our range of shipping container lock boxes. Find the perfect durable, weather-resistant, and easy

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Upgrade & Customise

Make your container work better for your needs.

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Keep your container safe, secure, and in good working condition.

40+ Years Experience

Helping you find the right parts for your container.

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Parts and accessories delivered directly to your door.

Weld on lock box

Lock Box (weld on)

Starting from £24.99 ex. VAT £29.99 inc. VAT
bolt on lock box

Lock Box (Bolt on)

Starting from £27.99 ex. VAT £33.59 inc. VAT

Secure your shipping container with heavy-duty lock boxes

Shipping container lock boxes provide an added layer of security by protecting the padlock and locking points from cutting, tampering, and forced entry. Designed for tough site and storage conditions, our heavy-duty lock boxes help reduce the risk of unauthorised access and are suitable for both new and used containers.

Why buy a container lock box from Universal Containers

With over 40 years of experience supplying shipping containers and accessories, we focus on solutions that are simple, secure, and fit real-world container requirements.

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Durable products you can rely on

All our shipping container lock boxes are made from heavy-duty steel and built to withstand tough site conditions and repeated use.
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Competitive pricing

We offer competitive pricing across our range of shipping container lock boxes, making it easy to upgrade container security without adding unnecessary cost.
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Suitable for a range of containers

Designed to fit standard shipping container doors, our lock boxes can be used on a wide variety of container types where added security is needed.

Easy to install

Both our bolt-on and weld-on lock boxes are made with simplicity in mind, making installation quick and straightforward.

How to install a shipping container lock box

Watch our video below for step-by-step instructions on installing our bolt-on lock box. See how easy it is to add an extra layer of protection to your shipping container.

Ready to increase security in your shipping container? Browse our lock box options above or contact us if you have any specific requirements. Our team is here to help you find the best solution for keeping your shipping safe and secure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a shipping container lock box?

A shipping container lock box is a steel housing fitted over the container’s locking point to protect the padlock from cutting, tampering, or forced entry.

Are lock boxes suitable for all shipping containers?

Lock boxes are designed for standard shipping container door layouts and are suitable for use across a wide range of new and used container types.

What’s the difference between bolt-on and weld-on lock boxes?

Bolt-on lock boxes are fixed using bolts and can be installed without welding, while weld-on lock boxes are permanently welded to the container for added security.

Do I need a specific padlock for a lock box?

Lock boxes are designed to work with compatible heavy-duty padlocks. View our range of suitable padlocks to get the right fit for your lock box.

Are lock boxes suitable for outdoor use?

Yes. Shipping container lock boxes are built for outdoor conditions and are commonly used on sites, storage yards, and exposed locations.

Will a lock box affect how the container doors open?

No. When installed correctly, the container doors open and close as normal.

Are lock boxes suitable for site and storage containers?

Absolutely. Lock boxes are commonly used on site containers, storage containers, and other specialised containers.

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Find out why our customers love us and our products

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Stephen Edwards
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Stephen and the team at Universal Container Services Limited have been super efficient and very helpful, I would recommend this company to anyone thinking about purchasing a container for any multi-use purpose.
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Sales @ H and B Electrical
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Great service from start to Finish, Stephen Woolley was very thorough and professional. Thanks for all your help Stephen H&B Electrical Services
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David Wilden
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Very impressed with the quality of the containers and the facilities they have for insulating and boarding them. Many thanks to Stephen for spending time showing us around and helping us get a great deal.
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Mike Gathercole
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We have just purchased a fully insulated container from Universal we visited the site prior to our order Colin and Stephen both in the sales office we brilliant they answered all our questions and were very helpful in processing our order thanks again lads really appreciated
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Graham Sanderson
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Scarcroft and District Allotments Association in York have used two containers from Universal - one 20' unmodified new container as a store and one 40' new container insulated and supplied with electrics package and two secure windows and a secure accessible door as a shop- to replace their 50+ year-old wooden hut used as a shop and association base. Shaun McWilliams (project engineer) has been our main contact at Universal with oversight and support from Carl Jeffries (project manager). They have been hugely supportive through a long process. Nothing has been too much trouble for Shaun, adapting plans and offering choices at every stage - always friendly, imaginative and flexible. We'd recommend Universal without reservation for any project involving shipping containers.
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My AIMS Ltd Manchester
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We recently got in touch with Universal Containers Services as we were looking to stack two Containers Excellent service provided by universal containers. We dealt with Vanessa and her communication was excellent she kept us informed from point of order upto delivery. Delivery was fast and I would definitely recommend using this company.
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nick curtis
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Great and quick service.. Colin was really helpful and knowledgable
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zeshan s
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prompt service, Colin was very helpful
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David Heath
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Ordered a container for a Scout group, we are so pleased with the service and the container. Very helpful and nothing was a problem, arrived on time and looks amazing. We would definitely recommend and use again.
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Richard Banning
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We were impressed with the service provided by Stephen on our first order , we have purchased another 2 containers , the service and quality was very good and would recommend the company if you are looking to purchase.

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