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The History of SKB Cases
The History of SKB Cases
SKB Cases were Established in 1977 by Dave Sanderson and Steve Kottman. They manufactured their first SKB guitar case in a small garage in Anaheim, California.
SKB Cases are now globally recognised as an industry leader in the manufacturing of moulded polymer transport cases. SKB cases are designed to prove expert protection for equipment that is used regularly by thousands of companies around the world, such as music and pro-audio products.
They also range into the military, industrial and medical applications side of protective cases. SKB ensures that they supply maximum travel protection for consumer sports and electronics equipment.
The famous SKB logo, has ensured maximum protection and unsurpassed durability for four decades.
In 1979 SKB Cases managed to convince fender that SKB could provide 2,500 cases for Fender’s special anniversary edition Stratocaster. This is when business really started to kick off. By 1983, SKB were manufacturing 600 cases per week, with the help of 20 employees, the cases were being produced on machinery that was built by Dave and Steve.
By 1987 SKB were involved in military contracts and cases for medical equipment, these are great contracts for growth potential. This allowed SKB to move into 40,000 square feet address in Orange, CA. 10 years down the line, and 500 employees stronger, SKB opened their fourth warehouse. Inside which, they have three rotational moulding ovens.
SKB cases are made from rotational moulding ovens, which involves a heated hollow mould, which is then filled up with a charge of material. Once the material is in the mould, it is slowly rotated on two perpendicular axes which causes the softened material to gradually stick to the walls of the mould. This creates the case, then all that needs to be done is the finishing touches, As well as cleaning it off and adding the SKB branding.
The most recent thing SKB have done, in 2015, is installed two new storage silos, that have a 200,000 pound capacity. They were installed for ensure a more efficient materials storage and delivery system to SKB’s main factory.
Where in the UK can you buy SKB Cases?
You can purchase SKB cases from Cases2Go, we have one of the most competitive prices in the UK.
The History of Peli Cases
The History of Peli Cases
Pelican Products (or Peli Cases as they are known in the UK) was founded in Torrance, California, in 1975 by David and Arline Parker as a mail-order home business. It was David Parker’s desire to develop unique and practical products for the dive market.
Years later Pelican is now a privately held corporation specialising in lighting, protective cases, and luggage.
Peli Cases are moulded plastic containers, which are sealed with a watertight and airtight gasket. Pelican cases meet the standards for waterproofing, with their IEC IP67 rating. IP67 ratings, guarantee dust and water immersion’s of up to 1 meter. They also meet the standard ‘ATA 300’ rating, which indicates compliance with ‘Air Transport Association’, which guarantees durability when shipping products over sea’s. All Pelican products come with a lifetime guarantee.
In Europe, Pelican cases are sold as Peli Cases, due to the fact another company had previously trademarked the ‘Pelican’ name. Peli Cases, come with an automatic pressure purge, which strictly only allows air to travel through in to the case, meaning if the case was to fall into the water, it would have enough air inside it to keep it afloat keeping the contents from getting damaged.
Pelican’s headquarters is situated in Torrance, California. They have 200,000 square feet of land just at this location. Serving as their home office for over 1,200 employees worldwide. Pelican cases are manufactured all over the world, including North America, Europe and Australasia.
They also manufacture in South Deerfield, Massachusetts – Crottendorf, Germany – Leighton Buzzard, UK – Melbourne, Australia – Plymouth, Minnesota.
Timeline of Peli:
1975
In 1975 David and Arline Parker founded Pelican Products as a mail-order home business specialising in unique products for the diving market.
2004
In October 2004, a private equity investment firm Behrman capital, paid about $200 million for Pelican Products.
2006
In 2006, Behrman capital announced that Lyndon J Faulkner has been named CEO, succeeding the retirement of David Parker.
2008
In March 2008 Pelican Products purchased their largest Australian distributor and opened a derivative of ‘Pelican’ called ‘Pelican Australia’.
2009
In January 2009, Pelican Products announced the obtaining of long-time competitor, Hardigg, in Massachusetts the world’s largest manufacturer of rotationally moulded protective cases.
2016
In 2016, Pelican Products appointed Phil Gyori as Group President.
The future of Pelican Products
The combined company has more than 1,300 employees. As of April 2017, Pelican Products now operates in 21 countries, has 22 international sales offices globally and maintains six manufacturing locations in North America, Europe and Australia.
Where in the UK can you buy Peli cases?
Cases2Go – is located just outside of Bristol, here you can find hundreds of products including Pelican Cases, sold as ‘Peli Cases’ They have some of the most competitive prices for these products in the UK.
Brand New DJI Inspire 2 Battery Carry-On
With the growing concern surrounding transporting batteries for drones to and from location the guys at HPRC have just launched a spectacular DJI Inspire 2 Battery Carry-On to their ever-expanding case arsenal.
This case can hold:
• 10x DJI Inspire 2 batteries
• 2x Charging hubs
• 2x Battery chargers
The perfect companion to any professional Inspire pilot.
HPRC DJI Inspire 2 Battery Case
This case is available to pre-order now.
Talk to our sales team today to order yours!
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The Peli Slim Tablet Case is designed for 10” tablets, it is crushproof, temperature controlled, dustproof and waterproof by as much as 1 meter underwater for up to 30 minutes. This goes hand in hand with outdoor activities such as Climbing and Fishing. The Tablet Case can fit your IPad with or without a Smart Cover, for that extra protection.
The Peli 1010 Micro Case Series also has waterproof technology, for up to a 1 meter submersion, again lasting for up to 30 minutes. It is made of a Polycarbonate body, thermoplastic rubber and Stainless steel hardware, this helps keep it damage proof. The 1010 is perfect for keeping a phone, wallet or any jewellery inside, which because of its interior foam inserts; the case helps keep it safe from any knocks and bumps that may occur during your activities. The same applies for the Peli 1060 as the 1010. However it is a lot bigger than the 1010, allowing you to fit a lot more inside!
1010 Specs:
INTERIOR (L X W X D)
4.37″ x 2.87″ x 1.68″ (11.1 x 7.3 x 4.3 cm)
EXTERIOR (L X W X D)
5.88″ x 4.06″ x 2.12″ (14.9 x 10.3 x 5.4 cm)
LID DEPTH: 0.69″ (1.8 cm)
BOTTOM DEPTH: 0.94″ (2.4 cm)
TOTAL DEPTH: 1.63″ (4.1 cm)
INT VOLUME: 0.01 ft³ (0 m³)
WEIGHT WITHOUT FOAM: 0.40 lbs (0.2 kg)
BUOYANCY: 0.51 lbs (0.2 kg)
1060 Specs:
INTERIOR (L X W X D)
8.25″ x 4.25″ x 2.25″ (21 x 10.8 x 5.7 cm)
EXTERIOR (L X W X D)
9.37″ x 5.56″ x 2.62″ (23.8 x 14.1 x 6.7 cm)
LID DEPTH: 0.69″ (1.8 cm)
BOTTOM DEPTH: 1.44″ (3.7 cm)
TOTAL DEPTH: 2.13″ (5.4 cm)
INT VOLUME: 0.05 ft³ (0.001 m³)
WEIGHT WITH FOAM: 1.03 lbs (0.5 kg)
BUOYANCY: 2.49 lbs (1.1 kg)
Peli ProGear 1065 Compatible with:
- Original IPad
- IPad 2
- IPad 3
- IPad 4
- IPad Air
- IPad Air 2
*Competition ends – 14th April 2017.*
Pelican’s new Peli Air Range
Pelican Cases re-invigorating it’s brand with the new Peli Air Range
Over the past few years the engineers have been working on launching their brand new product – the Peli Air range.
The brand “Pelican” (or Peli for short) has become the industry standard for hard wearing waterproof cases. While not “indestructible” in the literal sense these cases provide superb product protection and are kept in working order through Pelican’s lifetime guarantee. If anything goes wrong with these cases they will replace it for free!
Peli Lifetime Guarantee
The main problem that consumers have relayed over the years is that, although they offer superior protection – this comes at the cost of weight.
Enter the Peli-Air
The Pelican Air range have been designed to cut up to 40% out of the weight of the cases without compromising durability. The engineers at Peli have revolutionised the existing protective case range by reducing structural waste while preserving the strength of the case.
The Peli Air is currently available in 6 difference sizes and offer a variety of colours to help colour code your equipment (Yellow, Orange, Silver and Black).
Key Features
• Super-Light Proprietary HPX² Polymer
• Proven Tough Double-Throw Latches
• Automatic Purge Valve Balances Air Pressure
• Watertight O-Ring Gasket
• New Style “Conic Curve” Lid Shape
• Crushproof and Dustproof
• Stainless Steel Hasp Protectors
• Rubber Overmolded Handles
• New Removable Polycarbonate Card Holder with Front or Side Placement
Peli Air Promotion Video:
The Peli Air range have massive benefits if you are looking to move your kit around or take your equipment out on set. These cases are equally as robust as the standard peli range with the bonus of weight reduction.
For more information and prices on the Peli range – call our team today on: 01275 407006 or email [email protected]
What is an IP Rated case?
What is an IP Rated case and why is it important to know what rating your protective case solution provides?
IP Rating (International Protection rating – *sometimes interpreted as Ingress Protection) is a rated that refers to the level of protection that a case offers when confronted with dust or water.
The two numbers in the IP code reflect separately the products ability to stop ingress from solid and liquid foreign bodies.
From time to time you may see “X” in the IP code, this indicates that the IP rated only refers to one of the standards.
The first digit in the IP Rating always refers to “Solid Foreign Bodies” and the second digit to “Liquid Foreign Bodies”.
IP Rated Case Chart:
Dust Ingress:
The first digit indicates the level of protection that a case provides against access to hazardous parts (e.g. electrical conductors, moving parts) and the ingress of solid foreign objects.
| Level | Object Size Protected Against | Effective Against |
| 0 | Not protected | No protection against contact and ingress of objects. |
| 1 | >50mm | Any large surface of the body, such as the back of the hand, but no protection against deliberate contact with a body part. |
| 2 | >12.5mm | Fingers or similar objects. |
| 3 | >2.5mm | Tools, thick wires, etc. |
| 4 | >1mm | Most wires, screws, etc. |
| 5 | Dust Protected | Ingress of dust is not entirely prevented, but it must not enter in sufficient quantity to interfere with the satisfactory operation of the equipment; complete protection against contact. |
| 6 | Dust Tight | No ingress of dust; complete protection against contact. |
Water Ingress:
The second digit indicated the level of protection that the case against harmful ingress of water.
| Level | Size Protected Against | Effective Against |
| 0 | Not Protected | No protection against the ingress of water. |
| 1 | Dripping water | Dripping water (vertically falling drops) shall have no harmful effect. |
| 2 | Dripping water when tilted up to 15° | Vertically dripping water shall have no harmful effect when the enclosure is tilted up to 15° from its normal position. |
| 3 | Spraying Water | Water falling as a spray at any angle up to 60° from the vertical shall have no harmful effect. |
| 4 | Splashing Water | Water splashing against the enclosure from any direction shall have no harmful effect. |
| 5 | Water Jets | Water projected by a nozzle (6.3mm) against enclosure from any direction shall have no harmful effects. |
| 6 | Powerful water jets | Water projected in powerful jets (12.5mm nozzle) against the enclosure from any direction shall have no harmful effects. |
| 7 | Immersion up to 1m | Ingress of water in harmful quantity shall not be possible when the enclosure is immersed in water under defined conditions of pressure and time (up to 1 m of submersion). |
| 8 | Immersion beyond 1m | The equipment is suitable for continuous immersion in water under conditions which shall be specified by the manufacturer. Normally, this will mean that the equipment is hermetically sealed. However, with certain types of equipment, it can mean that water can enter but only in such a manner that it produces no harmful effects. |
IP67 Rated Cases
In most situations the rating that case manufacturers aim to achieve is IP67. This indicates that the case has been certified to protect against Water and Dust intrusion – insuring that your products are always protected.
Cases2Go offer a large range of IP Rated cases. Click here for more details.
*Explanation of the letters IP is given in IEC 60529 (Ed. 2.1), clause 4.1