Reviewed by Ryan Penick, Operator, Wholesale Industry LLC · Updated October 2026
ORBIS bulk containers in the HDR series are new, factory-made collapsible pallet containers with the widest footprint range we list, from compact 32×30 up to long 78×48 sizes. Pick the footprint and height, confirm doors, lids and rated capacity for the exact model, and we quote it delivered to your ZIP.
ORBIS bulk containers in the HDR collapsible series
ORBIS is one of the manufacturer brands we quote for new collapsible bulk containers. On this site the ORBIS range is listed as the HDR series: heavy-duty plastic pallet containers with an integrated base and walls that fold down when empty. New ORBIS bulk containers are factory-made, so every unit in an order shares the same footprint, height and configuration, which suits buyers building a matched fleet or adding to one.
The strongest reason to look at ORBIS is footprint coverage. Our ORBIS listings run from the compact 32×30 through the common 48×40 and 48×45 sizes and out to long 62×48, 65×48, 70×48 and 78×48 footprints. If you are comparing makers first, start at shop by brand; if you already know the footprint, the footprint pages show every size we carry across brands and conditions.
ORBIS HDR footprints and listed heights
These are the nominal footprints and standing heights in our ORBIS model listings. ORBIS listings may use a nominal size family alongside a different actual exterior, so the right-hand column notes listed exteriors where they differ. The table is a size reference, not a stock list; confirm the exact exterior, usable interior and rated capacity for the selected model on your quote.
| Nominal footprint | Listed standing heights | Listed exterior note |
|---|
| 32 × 30 | 25″ · 30″ · 34″ · 39″ | Compact size; widest height choice in the small footprint |
| 48 × 40 | 25″ · 34″ · 50″ | Listed at about 47.2 × 39.4 in. |
| 48 × 45 | 25″ · 34″ · 39″ · 42″ · 48″ | Common automotive and industrial footprint |
| 56 × 48 | 25″ · 34″ · 42″ | Listed at about 56.6 × 48 in. |
| 62 × 48 | 25″ · 34″ · 50″ | Listed at about 62.5 × 48 in. |
| 65 × 48 | 25″ · 34″ · 42″ · 50″ | Listed at about 64.5 × 48 in. |
| 70 × 48 | 25″ · 34″ · 50″ | Extra length for long parts |
| 78 × 48 | 25″ · 34″ | Longest footprint we list; about 77.6 × 48 in. on the 25″ listing |
Reading an ORBIS model number
ORBIS model numbers carry the footprint and height. In our listings the HDR5648-34 and HDR5648-42 are 56×48 models at 34 and 42 inches, and the HDR7848-34 is a 78×48 model at 34 inches. Use the full model number, not just the footprint, when you match lids, access doors or replacement components. The same footprint family can include variants with different wall styles, and our listings include a fixed-wall variant, so confirm the wall style, door layout and whether the exact model folds before you order.
Typical ORBIS HDR features
Treat these as typical and confirm features for the exact model.
Collapsing walls
Collapsible models fold down to a fraction of their assembled height, so empty returns and stored containers take far less trailer and floor space.
Access doors
Many models have drop doors on one or more sides for reaching parts near the floor. Door count and side vary by model, which matters for line-side presentation.
Forklift-ready base
An integrated plastic pallet base with 4-way forklift entry replaces a separate wood pallet and suits pallet jacks and forklifts alike.
Construction is HDPE or polypropylene depending on the model. Lids and dividers are typically optional, matched to the model. Loaded containers stack when kept within the model's rated capacity; confirm the load, support method and stacking arrangement for the quoted model.
Long footprints for long or wide parts
Many container programs center on the 48×40 and 48×45 sizes. ORBIS bulk containers are the brand to check when parts are too long for those: bumpers and fascia, trim, panels, tubing, extrusions and similar components. The 65×48, 70×48 and 78×48 collapsible bulk containers pages explain how these sizes behave in racks, aisles and trailers. Long footprints need extra checks: rack beam depth and spacing, forklift fork length, aisle turning room, and how many fit across and along a trailer.
Ordering new ORBIS containers: minimums and timing
- Factory order. New ORBIS containers are produced for the order and are not held in our Pennsville, NJ or Tampa, FL yards.
- Higher minimums. Minimums vary by condition and model and are confirmed on the quote.
- Production schedule. Availability and timing are confirmed when we quote.
- Delivered pricing. LTL freight is quoted to your ZIP; full truckloads are quoted individually.
For smaller quantities or faster turnaround, compare reconditioned collapsible bulk containers from our yards in the same footprint.
ORBIS compared with Monoflo and Buckhorn
All three brands make heavy-duty plastic collapsible containers for manufacturing, distribution and returnable shipping. The real differences sit at model level: footprints offered, heights within each footprint, door and lid options, and the actual exterior behind a nominal size. In our listings ORBIS covers the widest footprint range, while Monoflo collapsible bulk containers focus on the 32×30, 48×40 and 48×45 families. Buckhorn is handled by model match on request. If your fleet is already one brand, staying with that brand and model is usually the simplest way to keep lids, stacking and handling consistent.
Fit checks before you order
- Confirm the actual exterior, not the nominal size, against racks, conveyors and pallet positions.
- Check the usable interior after dividers or protective dunnage.
- Pick the door layout that matches how operators load and unload.
- Confirm rated capacity and stacking for your heaviest load.
- Plan trailer loading and receiving: dock, liftgate or forklift at the delivery site.
How to order ORBIS bulk containers and get pricing
Send the model number if you have one, or the footprint and height, plus quantity, door and lid needs, intended use and delivery ZIP through the request a quote form, or call 855-662-9085. We confirm the model, minimum, availability and delivered price on one quote.
Frequently asked questions
What footprints do ORBIS bulk containers come in?
Our ORBIS listings cover 32×30, 48×40, 48×45, 56×48, 62×48, 65×48, 70×48 and 78×48 nominal footprints, each with its own set of standing heights. Actual exteriors can differ from the nominal size, for example a 48×40 family listed at about 47.2 × 39.4 inches. Confirm exact dimensions for the selected model on your quote.
What does an ORBIS model number like HDR5648-34 mean?
In our listings the number carries the footprint and height: HDR5648-34 is a 56×48 model at 34 inches, and HDR7848-34 is a 78×48 model at 34 inches. Variants within a family can differ in wall style and whether they collapse, so use the full model number when matching lids, doors or parts and confirm the configuration before ordering.
Are new ORBIS containers shipped from your yards?
No. New ORBIS containers are factory orders produced for the order. They carry higher minimums than our reconditioned and used stock, and timing follows the production schedule. We confirm minimum, availability and timing on the quote. Reconditioned containers from our Pennsville, NJ and Tampa, FL yards are the option when you need smaller quantities.
Which ORBIS size should I choose for long parts?
Start with the part length plus room for dunnage, then compare the 62×48, 65×48, 70×48 and 78×48 footprints. Check rack beam depth, fork length, aisle turning room and trailer loading before deciding. Send part dimensions and weights with your request and we will suggest the footprint and height that fit.
Can I mix ORBIS containers with other brands in one stack?
Only if the stacking interfaces are confirmed compatible. Containers with the same nominal footprint can differ in exterior size, corner design and lid seating. The safest approach is to stack like with like, and to tell us every model in your fleet so we can check compatibility before quoting.
How is freight priced for ORBIS bulk containers?
Freight is quoted to your delivery ZIP. Smaller orders typically move LTL and full truckloads are quoted individually. Long footprints change how many containers fit on a trailer, so include the model or size, quantity and any dock or liftgate requirements so the delivered price is accurate.
