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Not for Hire
This carrier holds no for-hire operating authority. Private carriers are not authorized to haul freight for hire. Do not tender.
DOT 533234Last checked 14h ago
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Vetting3 failed10 passedNo for-hire authority · No insurance filing · +1 more
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Private carrier — no for-hire authority. Not authorized to haul freight for hire.
Crash with fatalities or injuries on record
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DOT 533234Ferndale, MI

Universal Container CORP

Private Carrier · Not For HireIntrastateFerndale, MI 48220

Universal Container CORP has a fleet of 9 power units and 5 drivers. It does not hold for-hire operating authority and may operate as a private carrier. The company has recorded 3 roadside inspections in its operating history.

Identity
Legal nameUniversal Container CORP
DBA
DOT #533234
MC #
CityFerndale
StateMichigan
ZIP48220
Authority age32 yr 10 mo
StatusActive (No Auth)
Common authority
Contract authority
Broker authorityNot authorized
OperationIntrastate
HazmatNot authorized
MCS-150 filed08/07/2025
Company officerAnn Koponen
FMCSA SAFER →FMCSA Safety Scores (SMS) →
Fleet
9
Power units
Drivers
5
Total
Inspections
3
On record
Crashes
2
On record
OOS Rate
0.0%
↓ Below 22.26% avg
Authority Age
32 yr 10 mo
Since 1993

Source: FMCSA compliance records, Truck Graph analysis. View methodology

Business Connections
Who else shares an officer, address, or phone number with this carrier
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Associated entities1 revoked in network
1 revoked in network
ConnectedRevoked

Location

10750 GALAXIE AVE, Ferndale, MI, 48220

10750 GALAXIE AVE, FERNDALE, MI, 48220Open in Maps →

Inspection history

3 inspections on record · 5 most recent shown · OOS rate: 0.0%

Out-of-service rates
Driver OOS (this carrier)
0.0%
National average
22.3%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
2/27/2025MILevel III00Pass
2/26/2025MILevel II00Pass
9/4/2025MILevel I00Pass

Source: FMCSA inspection records. View methodology

Violation categories (24 months)
Hours of Service
3 (100%)
Unsafe Driving
3 (100%)
Driver Fitness
3 (100%)
Controlled Substances
3 (100%)
Vehicle Maintenance
2 (67%)·2v

Crash history

2 crashes on record · Showing last 3

Fatalities: 0Injuries: 1Tow-aways: 2
DateStateFatalitiesInjuriesTow-away
MI00Y
MI01Y

Source: FMCSA crash records. View methodology

Insurance status

Current insurance filing on record with FMCSA.

No active insurance filing on record
Verify insurance directly with carrier before tendering any load.

Source: FMCSA insurance filings. View methodology

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Authority timeline

Key events in this carrier's operating authority history.

Authority GrantedAug 1993
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently asked

Universal Container CORP

Answers from verified compliance records.

Is Universal Container CORP authorized to operate?

Universal Container CORP's USDOT number is active but it does not hold operating authority for for-hire interstate operations. It may operate as a private carrier. Verify status before tendering.

What is Universal Container CORP's safety record?

Universal Container CORP has 3 roadside inspections on record. Crash history shows 2 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Universal Container CORP operate?

Universal Container CORP operates 9 power units with approximately 5 drivers.

Is Universal Container CORP insured?

Insurance filing details are not available in the current dataset. Verify directly with the carrier before tendering.

Has Universal Container CORP had any risk indicators?

No risk indicators have been detected for Universal Container CORP as of the most recent data sync.

What is the DOT number for Universal Container CORP?

Universal Container CORP's DOT number is 533234. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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APA
Truck Graph. (2026). Universal Container CORP Safety Record, DOT 533234. Retrieved from https://truckgraph.com/carriers/533234
MLA
"Universal Container CORP Safety Record, DOT 533234." Truck Graph, May 31, 2026, https://truckgraph.com/carriers/533234
Chicago
"Universal Container CORP Safety Record, DOT 533234." Truck Graph. Last modified May 31, 2026. https://truckgraph.com/carriers/533234
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