For Commercial & Industrial Hire
Looking for a reliable way to keep your goods fresh?
Check out our refrigerated container hire service in Australia, featuring both 20ft and 40ft units, including refrigerated shipping container hire options for chilled or frozen storage. These units are perfect for warehouses and remote sites. We offer dependable cold storage solutions with quick delivery.
At Aircon Rentals, we pride ourselves on providing superior refrigerated containers — often referred to as reefer containers — delivered straight to your location across Australia. They maintain the perfect temperature for perishables, ranging from -25 °C to +25 °C, even in the toughest Australian weather. These mobile refrigerated containers are ideal for customers needing temporary refrigerated container hire, emergency cold storage or seasonal peak support.
All reefer hire units are HACCP-friendly, food-grade, cargo-worthy certified and built for strict commercial handling requirements. This makes them suitable as food-grade refrigerated containers for supermarkets, food distributors, catering companies and manufacturers.
With over 40 years of experience as Australia’s go-to specialist for temporary climate and power solutions, we make hiring refrigerated containers easy, scalable, and available 24/7. Every year, we supply over 9,000 temperature-controlled units nationwide and are trusted by major national retailers, event organisers, logistics companies, wineries and pharmaceutical distributors.
Refrigerated Container Hire
When time is of the essence, our 20ft and 40ft refrigerated container hire options can be deployed within hours to protect your goods, helping reduce product loss, maintain quality and keep your operations running without interruption.
These units provide precise temperature control using Carrier & Thermo King technology. Each reefer container also features durable, food-grade stainless-steel interiors for easy wash-down, helping support hygiene standards across food and healthcare settings.
The marine-grade Corten steel exterior with lockable doors adds an extra layer of durability and on-site security.
They deliver whisper-quiet operation and energy-efficient low-GWP refrigerants.
Our range also includes freezer container hire and cold storage container hire for operations requiring ultra-low or stable chilled temperatures.
Quick Specifications
|
Feature |
20ft Refrigerated Container |
40ft Refrigerated Container |
|
Temperature Range |
-25°C to +25°C |
-25°C to +25°C |
|
Power Supply |
32A 3-phase (415V) |
32A–63A 3-phase (415V) |
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Capacity |
Approx. 10 pallets |
Approx. 20–23 pallets |
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Compliance |
HACCP-friendly, food-grade |
HACCP-friendly, food-grade |
Ideal Applications
These reefer containers for hire suit a wide range of commercial and industrial uses:
- Wineries & beverage producers
- Food distributors & supermarkets
- Major events & festivals
- Pharmaceutical & medical storage
- Mining camps & remote sites
- Logistics & cold-chain operations
- Manufacturing & processing plants
- Emergency breakdown & disaster recovery
Optional Accessories To Support Your Setup
Our refrigerated container hire units can be equipped with a range of practical accessories to improve access, organisation and day-to-day operation on site. This includes:
- Access ramps — Heavy-duty ramps for easy forklift and pallet jack access.
- PVC strip curtains — Reduce cold air loss during frequent door openings.
- Internal lighting — LED lighting for safe and clear visibility inside the container.
- Lock box — Adds extra security to protect your goods.
- Custom shelving — Adjustable shelving for better organisation and storage.
- Generators — Standalone power solutions for remote or off-grid sites.
Why Choose Aircon Rentals?
Largest Refrigerated Container Fleet
We stock 20ft and 40ft refrigerated containers for long- or short-term cold storage, with rapid delivery across Australia.
Rapid Deployment
Metro same/next-day delivery and regional delivery within 1–3 days ensure minimal downtime.
A True Partnership
From enquiry to delivery and setup, our team ensures a smooth, efficient process tailored to your timeline.
24/7 Expert Support
If anything goes wrong, call 1800 626 996 — our technicians are ready around the clock to resolve issues quickly.
Off-Grid Ready
Pair your refrigerated container with our Generator Hire solutions for 100% uptime at remote worksites.
Hire With Confidence
All personnel are fully covered by Workers’ Compensation and Public Liability Insurance.
Why Hire Instead of Buy?
- Avoid the $80k–$150k+ capital cost of purchasing a refrigerated container.
- No maintenance, servicing, or compliance — we handle it all.
- Scale up instantly during seasonal peaks and pay only for what you use.
- Relocate the unit easily between sites.
Complete Your Cold Chain
Enhance your refrigerated container rental with:
- Coolroom Hire – walk-in cold rooms for events and overflow storage
- Commercial Fridge Hire – additional chilled storage for catering and retail
- Chiller Hire – ultra-low temperature process cooling
Our Refrigerated Container Hire Process
Getting started with refrigerated container hire is simple. Here's how to secure reliable cold storage without delays or added complexity:
1. Tell us what you need
We start by understanding your requirements, including storage capacity, temperature range and site conditions. This helps us recommend the right setup, whether it is short-term reefer hire for an event or a longer solution for ongoing use.
2. We deliver to your site
Once confirmed, your refrigerated container is delivered directly to your location. We coordinate timing to fit your schedule and reduce downtime.
3. Set up and system check
Our team positions the unit safely, completes the setup and ensures everything is running as expected. If power access is limited, we can guide you on suitable generator options.
4. Ready for immediate use
Your container is ready to go as soon as setup is complete, giving you reliable cold storage from day one.
5. Ongoing support when you need it
Throughout your hire, our team remains available to assist, so your operations continue without interruption.
Book Your Refrigerated Container Hire Today
Call 1800 626 996 | Live Chat | Email rentals@aircon.com.au
Tell us your required dimensions and temperature, and we’ll match you with the perfect 20ft or 40ft refrigerated container.
We provide refrigerated container hire and other refrigeration solutions in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, and all regional areas across Australia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is refrigerated container hire?
Refrigerated container hire lets you rent 20ft or 40ft refrigerated shipping containers (reefers) instead of buying them. They are ideal for chilled or frozen goods during seasonal peaks, events, factory shutdowns, or emergencies.
What temperatures can the containers maintain?
Our units maintain –25°C to +25°C with precise ±0.5°C control — suitable for food storage, pharmaceuticals, vaccines, and temperature-sensitive products.
Are your refrigerated containers food-grade and HACCP-friendly?
Yes. All containers are HACCP-friendly, food-grade, and cargo-worthy, with stainless-steel interiors for easy sanitisation.
Do you hire to residential homes?
No. We supply refrigerated containers only to commercial, industrial, and government clients.
What power supply do I need?
20ft units require a 32A 3-phase outlet. 40ft units require 32A–63A depending on the motor size. Remote sites can use our generator hire options.
How quickly can you deliver?
Metro: Same or next business day. Regional: 1–3 days. Emergency: 24-hour response available.
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