Toolboxes for professionals on the rise

Recent releases offer better protection against theft, impact, and water and other elements.

TOP TRENDS

• Specialized designs: Toolbox suppliers in China are releasing more models for professional tools and kits. The latest items include designs for medical and other high-precision instruments.
  
• Security features: The adoption of combination locks is growing, with some pieces combining these mechanisms with keyed types. To protect expensive tools and other valuables from the ingress of water, a rubber seal is fitted into the lid.
  
• More durable materials: In the plastic segment, many manufacturers are employing LLDPE sourced from the US, Germany or South Korea. The material can withstand impact and stress cracking better than LDPE. Compared with PVC, it is resistant to a wider range of chemicals and has higher tensile strength.
  
• Aesthetic enhancements: Many toolbox suppliers are moving away from traditional constructions toward models shaped like suitcases or luggage. A range of warm and cold hues are offered as surface coating. Multicolor compartments can also be incorporated in certain designs.
  

PRODUCT GALLERY

Anbang Fitness Equipment Co. Ltd
Model: AB2001A
Description: LLDPE; rubber seal; two wheels; 810x530x385mm

Foshan Nanhai Donghui Cases Products Co. Ltd
Model: HTA01
Description: Galvanized aluminum frame; aluminum panels with 4mm-thick MDF

Foshan Nanhai Ruizheng Case Co. Ltd
Model: RZ-Tool Set A
Description: Aluminum, ABS; EVA lining; tool board

Frank Healthcare Co. Ltd
Model: Focal
Description: LLDPE; blue or customer color; 430x350x260mm; for first-aid or medical kits; CE

Hisafe Products
Model: TB01
Description: Steel; powder-coated finish; plastic insert

Zhixing Aluminium Products Co. Ltd
Model: GT-1494
Description: Aluminum, ABS; nylon compartments, tool board; combination lock; 494x374x195mm