How To Install Vents In A Shipping Container - Big Air 45 Vent Installation | The Container Guy
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- Опубліковано 27 лип 2024
- How To Install Vents In A Shipping Container - Big Air 45 Vent Installation | The Container Guy
In this video, we will show you the proper way to install vents in a shipping container. We will teach you where to place the BigAir45 vents and how many you need to insert depending on the size of your sea can. We will show you how to mark and cut the container walls and the best way to install them so your sea can is secure.
List of Tools Required:
-- Marking Pen
-- Tape
-- Measuring Tape
-- Angle grinder & cutting wheel
-- Drill
-- Minimum 3/16 drill bit
-- Rivet Gun (for rivets) OR
-- 3/8" Nut Driver (for self-tapping screws)
-- Caulking Gun
-- Silicone
What comes with this product:
-- 2 Vents
-- Paper Template (9” x 14”)
-- 11 Self-Tapping Screws
-- 11 Rivets
-- Installation Guide
Benefits of using this vent:
Install them anywhere on shipping container (sidewalls, end wall, doors)
Eliminates moisture and excess heat
Will never rust
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Note: They are corrugation dependant and must be installed on the outside corrugations. Please reference your corrugations with the corrugation dimensions outlined in this video to ensure this vent will fit on your container
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Thanks for the video advise. Just ordered a pair for my container build in New Zealand.
That's awesome! I'm curious how the shipping works to NZ. Did you order off Amazon?
@@TheContainerGuyTV yes through Amazon. Normally its just takes a little longer.
"You don't see it happening..." You don't live in Georgia. There are all kinds of tiny, invasive critters here.
I am from Ontario, originally, it's nothing like we have here. Trust me, those screens are a blessing for keeping those beasties out of whatever you have stored. 😊
Thanks for the feedback. After paying more attention when I was in Texas and the Dominican, I can see what the fuss is about.
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Exactly what l need!
thanks so need this in the okanagan
Great
Just found this video the best price I can find on these vents is over $200 for two vents outrageous price
Hello Container Guy
What cutting wheel do you recommend we buy for cutting the openings? I purchased two vents with bug screens along with your roof vent and skylight so I will be cutting holes on the sides and top of the container.
Secondly, what is the sealant you recommend?
Finally, what pop rivot tool do you recommend I purchase for this install?
thanks!
Hi Matthew. Thank you very much for the support.
1) An 0.045" thickness cutting wheel is best. Don't buy poor quality or you will fight with it.
2) Sealant - I'm not an expert on this but we've had best luck with a UV resistant 100% silicone (meant for windows & doors). Acrylic caulking will crack with movement, in extreme heat, or with long exposure to the sun. You should keep an eye on the sealant's condition over similar intervals that you would inspect an RV.
3) If only for this install, a good hand tool is fine. If you plan to use it in the future, an air tool is quicker but requires an air compressor. The best (right now) is the Milwaukee 12v but it is too expensive to purchase for a one time requirement.
We installed a few con-vents throughout our 720 sq ft container home but are having issues with condensation in the vent openings. The home is insulated with several inches of closed cell spray foam and we’re heating the house with a wood stove. We tried adding some rock wool into the openings to help reduce the temp change between outside and inside but are still getting moisture. We’re not sure if we switch to a plastic vent if that would solve the issue or if we should just remove the vents and rely on cracking the windows to help with ventilation. Any advice is appreciated. Thank you!
Don't use passive vents on a closed cell spray foamed container. They will condensate and cause issues. If you can somehow use them as the intake and exhaust to an ERV or HRV, that is best to control humidity. Otherwise, windows are best because you can control the environment. There is no such thing as a passive ventilation system that works 365 days/year.
Im purchasing a 20ft container and turning it into a camp. It will be in a very hot and hummid climate in louisiana. It will be lived in for maybe 3 months out of the year (checked on periodically the rest). Would thess vents be sufficient? And two rookie questions. Would i install the vents PRIOR to any insulation/walls? And...im assuming you do NOT want to cover the vents with said ventilation/walls. Correct? Thanks in advance.
Oh yeah, depending where you live, little gnats and flies can easily fit through the larger grill. A fine mesh screen is a reasonable choice in some climates. That being said, you're not installing this kind of vent in a living space, so maybe the gnats and flies are less of a concern.
Do you have to install this if you are spray foaming the inside and putting dry wall?
No. You should ventilate a conditioned space with an HRV or ERV.
Bought two of your container vents with filter. I have a spray foamed 20’ container and building a camp w wood stove. I live in northern Ontario, do you still recommend the vents to be installed in your orientation or even at all? I’d prefer to install but feel the container will be an ice box. Lastly, you provide self tapping screws in your kits along w rivets, what is preferred ? Thanks
Might better to only install one vent so you have air makeup for the combustion. Use paint filter material between the vent and the bug screen to dampen the air a bit. Can always put a piece of cardboard or something in front of it to dampen further on the really cold days. You also might cook yourself out and want all the ventilation you can get.. will be a bit of trial and error. Start with only 1. Or even better, don't use any vents and install a slider window for complete control..
Dear sir, I have a 40ft high cube container and live in the mid south in the US. I plan on storing tools, Atv and my tractor. I am wondering if you could recommend the number, size and locations to install the vents? In the future, I also plan to install 2 solar powered roof fan vents. Thank you amd God bless.
Great video I am planning to get a container do you ship parts into the US
All day, every day. Email parts@thecontainerguy.ca
I've added 2 windows (openers) and double doors to my 20' container. It has 8 small passive vents up top which I'll likely cover with the hard cell spray foam and put a small extractor vent in the kitchenette. I'm assuming since I live in the Gulf Islands that I don't need your big air vents yes?
If you are spray foaming, you don't need them
Any idea how to insulate against heat as I want to use mine as a dog house at night.
We can't get planning for brick building living in very rural Spain.
Hey Johnny,
I just bought a new beige one trip 20 foot container, I love it and it came with 12 vents from the factory after several heavy rains and a few weeks of high humidity here in the thumb of MI, I have no rain, water, or mustiness, I think I am good without the big 45, what is your experience with the newer multi vented units?
Just wondering the same thing. I was looking at at 40 foot with plenty of vents across the top in the beige color as well. Are you still having luck with no moisture on the inside?
Yes , Still no venting related issues or cause to add more than what came with from manufacturer. @@DavidJones-pn6jm
Hi. Do you have a tip to buy those in Germany? I m storing material in a container. Thank you. 😊
Email sales@containermodificationworld.com and maybe Maranda can arrange shipping. You will need to handle any importation paperwork on your end.
@@TheContainerGuyTV Thank you. I sendet an Email, also with details what container I have and some questions. Thanks
Im concerned about snow for the lower placed vent. Do you think its appropriate to keep one of them higher? Or just use one single higher vent? Thoughts? Thank you
One of the reasons to install a high vent and a low vent is that the difference in temperature between the inside and outside of the container will help change out the air in the entire container.
Just bought the big air45 for my container. What's the best silicone sealant to use? Noticed in your videos you use this black stuff.🤔🤔
how many and where install for a 40' high cube container? would 2 be adequate or install more?
I believe you can test this with a smoke tester or post Fourth of July use a smoke bomb to check your air flow.
I can’t find the list of tools used in the description
Can I use these vents in corrugated metal skirting on my mobile home?
Yup. They'll pretty much go in anything. The hole you cut is 9" wide so measure your corrugations and see if you can land on outside corrugations where the mounting flanges are. They are 1" wide. Doesn't have to be perfect. Just silicone everything up good.
What about turbine vents? Don't those work better? Do you have the corrugated flashing?
I would not recommend whirlybirds to anyone. If you get rain with little wind your contents are SOAKED.
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Here is the link for our solar powered roof vent substitute for whirlybirds. The 400 CFM solar powered fan runs when the sun is out which is when containers overheat. Need BigAir45s as intakes. Can buy as a combo.
@@TheContainerGuyTV I disagree. They wouldn't use them in houses if they did. Have two in my 40' container...no problems with water.
Can I buy vent and get them sent to New Zealand
So I have a question. Im getting a 40 container. Has about 1” of spray foam. I’m here in west TN. I’m going to live in it. My thought on the vents is would your heat or ac escape. Trying to keep the heat in. Lol. Would I even need the vents. Idk just asking. Thanks
If you already have spray foam, vents should not be needed. 1" likely isn't enough in SK where we are located but probably sufficient in TN. If you are living in this thing, I assume you at least have a door and likely have at least 1 window. Architects have a formula for passive air exchange using X amount of door openings per day plus X amount of windows over X amount of square feet. You should be fine and not need mechanical air exchange. If you feel you do then a small apartment sized HRV unit would be a better way to go vs straight venting so you don't lose all your precious heat.
@@TheContainerGuyTV Cool. Thanks
@@TheContainerGuyTV I'm building out a cannabis grow op from my 45' hc located in Oklahoma would an HRV unit be necessary? I have on average 1.5" of spray foam closed cell? Thanks and appreciate your videos!
@@DonnieIngram Yes. If you're introducing water (humidity) into the container and need to control the exact humidity level, then an HRV is 100% required. You will have to size the unit according to your situation and geographic region. The HRV will condensate - believe it isn't acidic and could be reused for watering. You may also need a make-up heat source in the winter if your grow lights don't put out enough BTUs. LEDs are pretty efficient nowadays..
@@TheContainerGuyTV thanks for the quick response! I am installing a 36k btu mini split that has heat as well. Now if I'm I'm controlling the humidity with dehumidifier's and humidifiers is that still an issue you think? Also do you know of a good source of info on HRV's your the first person I've even heard mention them. I Google them appear to be much more than just a vent. Thanks again!
Just noticed that the grinder didn't have a guard or handle..😮
Who cares.
I find the guard gets in the way most of the time when working on containers. If it’s a concern, make sure you’re wearing your PPE.
How would you place 4 vents?
Two high, two low. Opposite corners on the side wall corrugations - if that makes sense.
too low and flood waters will enter
It'll come up through your floor boards in that case. You're screwed either way.
Don't put your container where you anticipate a flood.
@@TheContainerGuyTV At least put it up on 6x6's to get it off the ground somewhat. I used I think 7 for my 40'. Sitting in dirt can't possibly be good.
@@NoMoreInfo4You only need it under the 4 corners of the container isn't modified.
Way too expensive for me. Can buy gable vents for $25 - $40 a piece.
200 bucks for two? Uffda.
I think that was for the smaller ones...but still agree.