Case Studies
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 […]
Cable/Satellite Tech TV Pouch
Field Service Cable/Satellite Tech TV Pouch The Problem: Tools used during aircraft construction and inspection can damage the interior of the plane and require quick inventory to reduce costs and FOD damage. Background: Cable and satellite technicians frequently are called to determine if the picture quality a consumer is experiencing is a problem with their […]
Aerospace
Aerospace Ellis is the industry leader in the manufacture of fod control cases for the prevention of foreign objectS and debris in aviation settings. Commercial or military, you are in the right place. We have several off-the-shelf options that can be easily customized to your specific requirements. Over the years, we’ve engineered many fully custom […]
Pelican CRATE Cases: Configurable Equipment Protection for OEMs and Industrial Teams
Businesses that move equipment between job sites, warehouses, and field locations need containers that do more than hold gear. They need a system that protects sensitive components, organizes tools for fast deployment, and survives repeated handling without cracking, warping, or letting moisture in. Pelican Crates were built for exactly this kind of demand. For OEMs, […]
How to Choose a Custom Case Manufacturer for Your Equipment
Choosing a protective case for valuable equipment involves more than finding a container with the right dimensions. The case, interior, materials, hardware, and overall design need to work together to protect equipment through shipping, storage, field deployment, and repeated handling. That makes selecting the right custom case manufacturer an important sourcing decision. Engineers need […]
Pelican Military & Defense
Military Pelican Cases Built for Mission-Critical Equipment Custom Foam Inserts for Pelican Cases Request a Quote Authorized Pelican DealerMade in USAGovernment and Defense Contract Fulfilment Custom Military Pelican Cases Built for Deployment When failure isn’t an option, C.H. Ellis delivers complete Pelican case systems engineered for military, government, and defense applications. We source genuine Pelican […]
Custom Medical Device Packaging: How to Protect Equipment in the Field
Portable diagnostic tools, surgical systems, monitoring devices, and calibration equipment move through warehouses, shipping networks, ambulances, clinics, and field service operations before reaching end users. Each transfer point introduces potential risks that can damage sensitive components, compromise sterility, or shorten equipment lifespan. Custom medical device packaging helps organizations reduce damage, improve handling efficiency, and create […]
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 […]