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A wide range of options, from heavy-duty waterproof cases to lightweight aluminium transit containers
Protective cases are an effective option for protecting valuable, fragile, calibrated or specialist equipment. Tough and durable outer material protects against the elements and mishandling, while additional options such as foam inserts add extra cushioning and are ideal for organising and identifying equipment.
At Macfarlane, we can offer protective cases and products suitable for various applications.
Choose from waterproof cases, carry cases and more. We have a solution for you.
Quick facts about protective cases
- Versatile
- Lightweight
- Durable
- Foam inserts available
Check out our range of cases
Waterproof cases
Waterproof cases
Ensure your company’s equipment and tools remain dry and protected from physical damage with our waterproof cases. Perfect for protecting fragile, expensive, or specialist equipment, our cases are used by businesses across various industries. Our waterproof equipment cases boast high ingress protection (IP) ratings, providing exceptional resistance to water and dust. Both tough and durable, hard cases with custom foam inserts offer unparalleled protection against impact and mishandling. Popular options from renowned brands such as Explorer, Nanuk and SKB guarantee reliability and superior performance.
Flight cases
Flight cases
Our custom flight cases are the perfect solution when you need tailored protection for your products, equipment, or tools. Available with or without optional foam inserts, custom flight cases are suitable for storing and shipping a wide range of items. They are especially popular for protecting and transporting musical instruments, broadcast gear, audio equipment, lighting fixtures, and commercial tools. In addition to bespoke sizes, our custom-made flight cases can be equipped with handles, wheels, locks, and various other features to meet your specific needs.
Sample cases
Sample cases
You can find an extensive selection of sample cases ideal for presenting product samples during sales pitches and meetings. Any sample case—from lightweight plastic carry cases to soft shell PU cases—can be enhanced with bespoke, engineered foam inserts that provide a high-quality visual appearance.
Aluminium cases
Aluminium cases
Aluminium cases are renowned for being lightweight, durable, easy to clean, and rust-resistant. They are widely used by businesses for transit applications where weight saving is crucial. Professional sports teams also commonly use them to transport their kit. Popular options like Bott and Zarges cases can be fully customised with foam and other inserts.
Lightweight plastic/carry cases
Lightweight plastic/carry cases
From traditional plastic cases to soft carry cases and ultra-durable waterproof options, we offer a comprehensive selection of cases that make handling tools and equipment effortless. There’s a suitable option for practically every application and industry, whether you need sales demo cases, tough equipment cases, or anything in between.
Roto mould cases
Roto mould cases
Rotomolded cases, also known as “rotomolded” and “rotationally moulded” cases, are the toughest and most durable protective cases available. Offering a wide array of sizes from trusted brands like Peli/Hardigg and SKB, we can customise any rotomolded case to suit your precise requirements. Whether transporting bulky or weighty items or needing the highest protection level during transit, rotomolded cases provide the ultimate solution.
FAQs about protective cases
Do any protective cases offer complete protection against water or moisture?
Waterproof equipment cases typically boast an IP rating of 67. This means they can protect their contents from water (and dust) ingress, even when completely submerged. Additionally, many of these cases are virtually unbreakable.
Can I have a case that matches the colour of my brand?
With the wide variety of protective case options available, you can usually find one that aligns well with your brand identity. Alternatively, you can choose a neutral-coloured case (e.g., black or white) and enhance it with custom printing.
Can I add foam inserts to my protective cases?
Any protective case you source from us, can have foam inserts added. These not only help organise tools and equipment within your case but can also offer precisely calculated performance levels (completely eliminating damage).
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You can have protective cases delivered to you from one of our regional distribution centres. UK delivery is available to and around the following locations:
Aberdeen, Aylesbury, Banbury, Barnsley, Bath, Bedford, Bicester, Birmingham , Bolton, Bradford, Bridgewater, Bridport, Bristol, Burton-upon-Trent , Cambridge, Chelmsford , Cheltenham, Chester , Chichester, Colchester Cornwall, Coventry, Crewe, Derby, Devon, Dewsbury, Dudley, Dundee, Durham, Edinburgh, Essex, Exeter, Fareham, Gateshead, Glasgow Glossop Gloucester, Grantham, Harlow, Heathrow, Hemel Hempstead, Hereford, High Wycombe, Horsham, Hull, Inverness, Isle of Wight, Kent, Kidderminster, Lancaster Leamington Spa, Leeds, Lincoln, Liverpool , London , Luton , Manchester, Middlesborough, Milton Keynes, Newbury, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Norfolk, North Wales , Northampton, Nottingham , Oldham, Oxford , Plymouth, Reading, Salisbury, Sheffield, Shrewsbury, Shrewsbury, Slough, Somerset , Somerton, South Shields, South Wales, Stafford, Stockport , Stoke-on-Trent , Stratford-Upon-Avon, Sudbury, Sunderland, Surrey, Sussex , Teesside, Telford, Uxbridge, Wakefield, Walsall, Warrington, Warwick , Watford, Wigan, Windsor, Wolverhampton, Worcester, Wrexham, Yeovil, York.
You can also have protective cases from Macfarlane Packaging delivered across Ireland and Continental Europe. Click to find your closest UK location or nearest Continental European site.