Foreign Object Damage (FOD) Prevention Starts With the Right FOD Bag
In the aerospace world, FOD prevention is critical to maintaining safety, reliability, and operational uptime. Foreign Object Damage (FOD) caused by misplaced tools, hardware, or debris can ground aircraft, damage engines, delay missions—or worse. That’s why smart teams start with the right FOD bags and tool control systems.
At CH Ellis, we design and build custom FOD bags and aerospace tool cases engineered to keep tools secure, visible, and organized—no matter where the job takes you.
What Are FOD Bags?
FOD bags are specialized tool bags or hard cases designed to prevent foreign object debris from entering sensitive environments like aircraft hangars, cleanrooms, or production areas. Whether soft-sided or hard-shell, these bags help technicians:
- Account for every tool
- Contain loose components during transit
- Comply with strict FOD prevention protocols
From MRO operations to field service kits, CH Ellis FOD bags are tailored to reduce risk, increase inspection speed, and support aerospace safety.
Why FOD Prevention Matters
FOD (Foreign Object Debris/Damage) can cause:
- Aircraft system failures
- Expensive repairs and mission delays
- Grounded fleets
- Potential injury or loss of life
Not so fun fact: The global aviation industry loses over $4 billion annually to FOD-related incidents.
How CH Ellis Helps Prevent FOD
Custom Tool Control Foam
Every tool has a designated place. CNC-cut foam with shadowing and color contrast helps identify missing tools instantly.
Cleanroom & Flight-Ready Materials
Vacuum-formed cases, cleanable FOD bags, and sealed aluminum shells meet the hygiene standards of cleanrooms and the toughness needed on the flight line.
Secure Transport
Foam-fitted compartments and rugged latches keep tools from shifting during air freight, mobile service, or field diagnostics.
Quick Visual Inspection
Features like labeled cutouts, color-coded trays, and transparent inserts streamline inspections and audits.
Aerospace Tool Cases Built for Mission-Critical Use
In addition to FOD bags, CH Ellis offers a full range of aerospace tool cases customized for high-performance, high-risk environments. Recent success stories include:
- Modular tool pouches
- Part-specific vacuum-formed trays
- Rack-mounted systems in rotomolded shells
- Lockable, cleanroom-safe aluminum cases
FAQ: Are FOD bags different from FOD cases?
Not always. While FOD bags typically refer to soft-sided storage, many aerospace operations use the term interchangeably with hard-shell tool cases. CH Ellis offers both, tailored to your workflow.
Talk to a FOD Prevention Expert
Protecting your equipment—and your team—starts with FOD bags and aerospace tool cases built for accountability and safety. CH Ellis has over 100 years of experience designing protective cases trusted across aerospace, defense, medical, and manufacturing.
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Take the first step toward zero FOD incidents with CH Ellis.
