When to Use Thermoformed Plastic Trays Inside a Pelican Case (And When Not To)
If you’ve spent any time configuring a Pelican case for field deployment, you’ve probably defaulted to foam. It’s the obvious choice considering that it is widely available, easy to cut, and good at protecting fragile equipment. But foam isn’t always the right answer, and for certain applications, thermoformed plastic trays outperform it on nearly every […]
Plastic Thermoformed Trays: How They’re Made and Why It Matters for Custom Cases
When you’re designing a product that needs protection, presentation, and repeatable performance, packaging is part of the engineering decision. For engineers and procurement teams working through the early design phase, the interior solution needs to hold the product securely, consistently, and at scale. Plastic thermoformed trays meet that requirement across a wide range of applications. […]
Pick and Pluck Foam and Custom Cut Foam: Choosing the Right Fit for Your Application
Foam inserts shape how equipment is protected, handled, and used in the field. They influence how quickly a kit can be deployed, how reliably components stay in place, and how consistently teams can work across locations. Two of the most common options are pick and pluck foam and custom-cut foam inserts. Both are widely used […]
Custom Case Interiors Explained: Foam, Trays, Tool Pallets & Hybrid Systems
When most people think about a custom case, they focus on the exterior – rugged shells, waterproof ratings, or portability. But the real performance of a case comes from what’s inside. Custom case interiors are what transform a basic container into a precision-engineered protection system. Whether you’re transporting medical devices, field equipment, or sensitive electronics, […]
Thermoformed Plastic Trays vs. Custom Foam Inserts: Which Is Right for Your Case?
When your team is designing a case for field-deployed equipment, accessories, or service kits, one decision is often made out of habit rather than strategy: what goes inside the case. For many OEM teams, custom foam inserts are the default. They are familiar, widely used, and in many situations, they are absolutely the right choice. […]
Waterproof Hard Cases: What to Look for and How to Choose the Right One
When a piece of equipment fails in the field, sometimes it is because the case broke, but other times because it let water in, the cost isn’t just the repair. It’s the downtime, the rescheduled service call, the customer relationship, and in some industries, a compliance incident. For OEM engineering and product teams, case selection […]
Foam Inserts for Cases: Pick & Pluck vs. CNC Cut vs. Die Cut
You’ve decided to invest in a quality hard case. Now you need foam that actually does its job. Whether you’re protecting surgical tools for the OR, sensitive electronics for a field deployment, or precision instruments for aerospace maintenance, the wrong foam can undo everything the case was designed for. While the type of foam material […]
Designing Custom Vacuum Formed Cases for Critical Equipment
Designing Custom Vacuum Formed Cases for Critical Equipment For OEM teams responsible for critical equipment, the transport case functions as part of the system rather than a standalone accessory. When equipment is calibrated, cabled, and deployed repeatedly across uncontrolled environments, the case directly affects reliability, service life, and usability. Custom vacuum formed cases are often […]
Pelican ATX 22″ Carry-On Hard-Sided Luggage
The Pelican ATX 22″ Carry-On is designed to protect valuable gear during travel. It combines Pelican’s durability with travel-focused design, creating a carry-on built for frequent use while keeping equipment protected and organized. What Makes the Pelican ATX 22″ Carry-On Special? The Pelican ATX 22″ Carry-On builds on traditional Pelican case durability while adding features […]
Pelican Case Custom Foam: How the Right Foam Insert Improves Protection and Organization
Pelican cases are trusted across industries for their durability and environmental protection. They are used to transport and store tools, devices, and critical equipment in demanding environments. While the outer case provides rugged protection, the foam inside plays a major role in how well the case performs day to day. Pelican case custom foam helps […]