Case Study: Military Field Repair Tool Case

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CH ELLIS CASE STUDY Field Repair Readiness How a C.H. Ellis Tool Case redefined the U.S. Military’s field repair readiness In the field, there’s no room for error—and no patience for gear that can’t keep up. That’s exactly why the U.S. military approached C.H. Ellis: they needed a military tool case tough enough for combat-zone […]

7 Problems Custom Foam Inserts Solve

Most people think of custom foam inserts as simple padding to keep equipment from rattling around in a case. In reality, engineered foam inserts do much more than that. Across industries like medical devices, utilities, aerospace, transportation, construction, and field service operations, foam inserts quietly solve problems that teams often don’t discover until something breaks, […]

Equipment Hard Case Guide | 5 Most Common Types

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What Makes a Great Equipment Hard Case? Choosing the right equipment hard case isn’t just about picking a container. It’s about protecting your tools, technology, and brand reputation. From military deployments to medical missions, sales demos to field diagnostics, the right case ensures your equipment arrives safely and functions flawlessly. At CH Ellis, we offer […]

FOD Bags & Aerospace Tool Cases for FOD Prevention

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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 […]

Case Studies

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Case Studies Proven in the field We’ve been solving problems for a long time. Read below to learn about how.   RECENT PROJECTS AGTECH: DRONE BAG Learn how CH Ellis designed a reflective, flat-fold bag for an Agtech drone tracking system. Read More MEDICAL: DIAGNOSTIC DEVICE BAG A startup needed a custom medical diagnostic device […]

Warranty

C.H. Ellis LLC d/b/a C.H. Ellis and Chicago Case Company Warranty Statement All C.H. Ellis and Chicago Case Company products carry a lifetime warranty. This warranty covers defects in material and workmanship only. The warranty specifically excludes: Misuse; Abuse; Normal/Expected wear; and Wheels.   C.H. Ellis and Chicago Case Company retains the right to repair, […]

About Us

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About Us Whether you are a small company or a Fortune 500 corporation, Ellis can design and manufacture a case and/or custom foam interior solution to your precise specifications. Over the years, Ellis has evolved to become a leader in the production of industrial plastic cases and sewn cases for industry, agriculture, business and commerce, […]

Your Guide to Custom Cases

Learn the exact strategies medical, AgTech, defense, and industrial teams use to prevent field failures, reduce damage costs, and speed up deployment.

Inside this FREE guide, you’ll uncover:

  • The engineering framework behind mission-ready equipment protection
  • Which case types actually perform in harsh, clinical, or global environments
  • Foam design mistakes that cost companies millions
  • How to future-proof cases for new product generations
  • What top manufacturers demand in compliant, durable, brand-forward cases

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