A container door hardware set includes all the essential fittings and mechanisms that enable the doors of a shipping container to open, close, lock, and seal effectively and securely. This hardware is designed to withstand heavy industrial use, harsh weather, and frequent operation. 🧩 Main Components of a Container Door Hardware Set Door Hinges Heavy-duty steel hinges (usually 2–4 per door) Welded to the container frame and door Provide smooth swinging motion and support the weight of the doors Often greasable for maintenance Locking Rods (Lock Rods) Vertical steel rods fitted on the door edges Rotate to engage cams at the top and bottom into keepers on the frame Provide tight and secure locking of the door Cams and Keepers Cams are attached to the ends of the locking rods Keepers are welded brackets fixed to the container frame Together, they lock the door firmly when the rods are turned Door Handles / Lever Handles Attached to the locking rods for manual operation Designed for easy grip and leverage to rotate locking rods May include locking points for padlocks Rubber Gaskets / Door Seals Installed around the door edges Ensure weather-tight, dustproof, and airtight sealing when doors are closed Made from durable materials like EPDM or neoprene rubber Keeper Plates and Strike Plates Additional metal plates for reinforcement and alignment Help maintain door positioning and locking strength Security Lock Box (Optional) Steel enclosure covering the lock handle and padlock Provides extra theft protection Door Stops / Holdbacks (Optional) Used to hold doors in an open position during loading/unloading Prevent accidental door movement