It is not necessary to place your explosive storage container on a specific type of foundation. However, a foundation such as concrete can help to provide a truly level surface. Be sure to check your local guidelines to determine if any footer is required.
U.S. Chemical Storage engineers durable Type 2 portable outdoor magazine for your high explosives. Each explosive storage magazine features ¼-inch steel plate construction lined with 3 inches of non-sparking hardwood and a double-locking door system.
Features & Benefits
Weather-resistant
Theft-resistant
Bullet-resistant
Airflow vents with steel hoods provide adequate ventilation
Open channel construction
Plate steel construction
Secure double locking door system with ¼-inch steel hood features hinges and hasps welded to door – cannot be removed when the door is closed and locked
Static grounding system prevents direct contact with the ground, meeting NFPA 70
Interior and exterior surfaces protected with high-performance two-part epoxy primer and polyurethane topcoat for resistance to chemicals, exterior abrasion, corrosion and UV
30 standard models
types of magazines provided for Type 2 explosives
Many models include forklift pockets for easy relocation
Compliance
All magazines meet and exceed:
ATF 27 CFR, Part 555.208
Common Applications
Military/law enforcement explosive and ammunition storage
U.S. Chemical Storage engineers durable Type 2 indoor magazine storage for storing high explosives (up to 50 lbs.) inside your facility. The portable steel construction-lined hardwood storage magazines keeps your explosive components or ammunition secure and safe.
Type 2 Indoor Magazine Storage Building Features & Benefits
Theft-resistant
12-gauge steel construction lined with ¾-inch or ½-inch of hardwood
Front-open and top-open styles available
Secure double locking door system with ¼-inch steel hood features hinges and hasps welded to door – cannot be removed when the door is closed and locked
Interior and exterior surfaces protected with high-performance 2-part epoxy primer and polyurethane topcoat for resistance to chemicals, exterior abrasion, corrosion and UV
Durable 4-inch casters allow mobility (on some models)
Seven standard models
Explosive Storage Magazine Compliance
All magazines meet and exceed:
ATF 27 CFR, Part 555.208
Common Applications
Military/law enforcement explosive and ammunition storage
U.S. Chemical Storage manufactures a durable Type 3 explosive magazine, also known as a “daybox,” for temporary, supervised storage. Our daybox for explosives helps your team safely transport small amounts of explosives from your standard storage area for use on your worksite or training facility and back again. Lightweight and portable, each Type 3 daybox is constructed of 12-gauge steel lined with 1/2 inch of plywood and is available in five standard models. Custom sizes are easily possible if needed.
Need a lighter-weight option?
Aluminum dayboxes are also available for ease of lifting the box out of vehicles or for repetitive movement.
Type 3 IME/DOT Dayboxes:
When transporting explosives and detonators at the same time, dayboxes must adhere to the IME SLP 22 requirement on public highways. Our boxes feature 12-gauge steel construction with a laminate interior of 3/4-inch drywall and 1/2-inch plywood. Four standard sizes are available, including a two-part compartment design that allows storage of transport of detonators and explosives within the same box.
Type 3 Day Box Features & Benefits:
Non-sparking interior
Fire-resistant construction
Weather-resistant construction
Top-opening lid door overlaps the sides by one inch
Single-lock door system features hinges and hasps welded to the lid– cannot be removed when the lid is closed and locked
Explosive Storage Magazine Compliance:
All magazines meet and exceed:
ATF 27 CFR, Part 555.208
Common Applications:
Military/law enforcement explosive and ammunition transport
U.S. Chemical Storage engineers durable Type 4 explosive magazine storage for indoor or outdoor storage of your low explosives. Each explosive storage magazine features forklift pockets and crane lifting eyes for easy relocation.
Type 4 Magazine Storage Features & Benefits
Fire-resistant
Weather resistant (not required for indoors)
Theft-resistant
Optional detonator box
12-gauge steel construction lined with ¾-inch of hardwood or non-sparking material
Double locking door system features ¼-inch steel hood for security
Designed to mount on open channel construction to prevent contact with the ground
