Columbus Industrial
Total Component Protection
Providers of bespoke packaging within the following industries:
- Aerospace and defence
- Automotive
- Catering
- CNC & General Engineering
- Electronics
- Fibre Optics
- Gas-Oil-Water
- Medical & Pharmaceutical
- Metrology
- Optical
- Scientific Instrumentation
'WORK HANDLING’, ‘PACKING & SHIPPING’ and ‘KITTING’ are all terms used in industry for the packaging of both finished and part finished goods. The common focus is protection and easy identification. For some years we have assisted many customers, from the large ‘blue chip’ to the smaller specialist companies, with their component handling and protection and, as a result, have developed various specialist applications.
Benefits of our product include:
Excellent Protection:
- Bespoke shapes prevent accidental damage.
- Optional fitted lids maintain product cleanliness.
- Strong, yet lightweight material.
Component Segregation:
- Avoids unnecessary damage and rework.
- Faster cycle times by safely moving components as they are assembled.
- Collating parts in customised kit box.
- Easy visual check of component parts.
Time Saving:
- Reduction in packing time as units placed directly into containers.
- Kit form enables faster component inspection and identification.
Cost Savings:
- Compact and lightweight boxes minimise storage and freight charges.
- Avoid rework costs with less accidental damage.
- Efficiency reduces labour costs.
- Small quantities accommodated.
Storage:
- Compact configuration minimises storage space.
- Good part location, with a range of colours available for improved coding.
- Stackable and lightweight for easy handling.
Thermal Properties:
- Ideal for hot or cold applications
Static Performance:
- PCB protected by Conduct-A-Pak from both physical and electrical damage.
- Avoids necessity of decanting units when taken into ESD areas.
Technical Support
Experienced engineering staff are available for on site surveys of handling and packaging requirements and have the capability to design efficient packaging systems for critical components, focussing special attention on reduced packing cycle times and improved product presentation.
New tool designs are produced in house using Solid Works and AutoCad, manufacturing of tooling is carried out by approved sub-contractors expedited as required by our Technical Design Personnel.
We can also offer a matching service to select the nearest standard container from our range of nearly 3000 tools to suit a given component to minimise cost.
Sales Support
Computer scheduling gives details of the current production and stock levels for any given outstanding order. This provides a prompt response enabling delivery arrangements to be finalised..
