Electrostatic discharge (ESD) packaging is a specially designed transportation and storage solution used primarily with electronic products. This type of packaging ensures static electricity from friction; other devices, or weather won’t affect the sensitive products kept inside. Many types of electronics benefit from this packaging, including semiconductor materials and circuit card assemblies. Some other applications for ESD packaging include:
Kiva Container has been manufacturing custom reusable plastic containers for 35 years. We are experts at developing cost-effective, returnable packaging and are proud to be the only manufacturer able to convert corrugated plastic and solid sheet foaming under one roof. We produce many custom products. Including corrugated plastic packaging, vacuum form packaging, Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) packaging, plastic pallets, and integrated packaging (combining multiple substrates).
Corrugated Fabrication Capabilities
Corrugated plastic fabrication involves taking a flat sheet of material and then die cutting, folding, and welding it into a custom-designed packaging solution. In comparison to traditional corrugated paper, plastic has a longer lifespan, is highly reusable, and is significantly more durable. Plastic can also be easily and thoroughly cleaned, making it a good choice for applications where cleanliness is important.
Corrugated fabrication is used to make products such as totes, trays, recycling bins, divider sets, and more. At Kiva Container, we work with materials featuring thicknesses between 2mm to 10mm and stock colors of white, black, and blue. However, we also order custom colors and perform PMS color matching. Our fabrication capabilities for corrugated plastic products involve everything from product design to manufacturing and assembly. Production capabilities include:
Die-cutting
Sonic welding
Flat welding
Custom wire reinforced frames
Railing
Grommet installation
Riveting
ESD coating processes
Secondary routing and trimming processes
Four-color silk screen printing
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Die-cutting
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Sonic welding
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Flat welding
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Custom wire reinforced frames
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Railing
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Grommet installation
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Riveting
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ESD coating processes
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Secondary routing and trimming processes
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Four-color silk screen printing
Vacuum Formed & Thermoformed Packaging
When a product requires packaging that is highly precise or offers specialized characteristics like static protection, Kiva Container provides high-quality, reliable solutions. Our thermoforming capabilities are unmatched in North America, and we use in-house engineering, tooling, and pattern making to ensure shortened lead times. Vacuum-formed and thermoformed packaging have the benefits of fitting components precisely to ensure maximum safety and cleanliness during shipping. This technology is used by a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, medical part manufacturing, and more. Kiva Container provides three primary types of vacuum and thermoformed packaging:
Light gauge forming
One of the most widely used thermoforming processes, light gauge forming is for materials between .010 in. to .080 in. thick. Thermoforming works well in most applications and can be performed on either clear or colored materials. Often seen products include blister packs, clamshells, medical device trays, as well as general internal product packaging.
Heavy gauge forming
For material thicknesses between .090 in. to .500 in. Heavy gauge forming can be performed on a wide range of colors and material surface finishes. Custom surface finishes are also possible and are a good way to differentiate your product from the competition. Many heavy duty tubs and trays are made using this process. Airline baggage handling totes, automotive manufacturing, and general heavy use material handling, all benefit from this type of plastic forming.
In-house design and tool making
Our in-house design, engineering, and machining team handles all aspects of the design and tool-making process. This guarantees you receive your products on time and without the added expense and hassle of using a third-party tool maker.
A variety of materials can be used in these packaging techniques. Additionally, colors can be Pantone Matched (PMS) for perfect brand consistency. These color formulas are accurately reproduced in print because they are pre-mixed from existing color formulas with standardized serial numbers, not simulated by combining multiple colors.
Vacuum Formed & Thermoformed Packaging
When a product requires packaging that is highly precise or offers specialized characteristics like static protection, Kiva Container provides high-quality, reliable solutions. Our thermoforming capabilities are unmatched in North America, and we use in-house engineering, tooling, and pattern making to ensure shortened lead times. Vacuum-formed and thermoformed packaging have the benefits of fitting components precisely to ensure maximum safety and cleanliness during shipping. This technology is used by a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, medical part manufacturing, and more. Kiva Container provides three primary types of vacuum and thermoformed packaging:
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Light gauge forming
One of the most widely used thermoforming processes, light gauge forming is for materials between .010 in. to .080 in. thick. Thermoforming works well in most applications and can be performed on either clear or colored materials. Often seen products include blister packs, clamshells, medical device trays, as well as general internal product packaging.
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Heavy gauge forming
For material thicknesses between .090 in. to .500 in. Heavy gauge forming can be performed on a wide range of colors and material surface finishes. Custom surface finishes are also possible and are a good way to differentiate your product from the competition. Many heavy duty tubs and trays are made using this process. Airline baggage handling totes, automotive manufacturing, and general heavy use material handling, all benefit from this type of plastic forming.
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In-house design and tool making
Our in-house design, engineering, and machining team handles all aspects of the design and tool-making process. This guarantees you receive your products on time and without the added expense and hassle of using a third-party tool maker.
A variety of materials can be used in these packaging techniques. Additionally, colors can be Pantone Matched (PMS) for perfect brand consistency. These color formulas are accurately reproduced in print because they are pre-mixed from existing color formulas with standardized serial numbers, not simulated by combining multiple colors.
ESD Packaging
- Ultra high density interconnect (UHDI) flex circuits
- Custom LEDs
- Ceramic-to-metal seal (CTMS) and glass-to-metal seal (GTMS) hermetic packages
- High-temperature cofired ceramic (HTCC) hermetic packages
Kiva Container has been providing industry-leading ESD packaging for over 25 years. We provide fully customizable packaging solutions designed to fit any component, with no minimum order requirement. Our ESD packaging provides an exact, precise fit to your component as well as reliable physical protection and cleanliness during shipping.
Integrated Packaging
Integrated packaging incorporates a mixture of substrates and packaging types to provide a fully customized solution. For this type of packaging, we use a combination of corrugated plastic components with custom thermoforming to create an individualized solution for a specific product. This is an excellent option for applications that are highly demanding, unique in nature, or require specific features. An integrated packaging solution can include multiple packaging styles, such as a corrugated outer box with heavy gauge dunnage, or a stock plastic pallet with a corrugated plastic gaylord sleeve. Integrated packaging can include:
Heavy gauge dunnage
Sleeves
Formed trays with dividers
Plastic Pallets
While traditionally wood pallets have been used by many industries, lately many companies are transitioning to plastic ones. The durability of plastic pallets causes them to be a more cost-effective and long-lasting solution compared to wood. Additionally, plastic pallets feature configurations that can be more functional than wood, and their cleanliness meets hygiene requirements for certain working environments.
Kiva Container has an extensive inventory of plastic pallet solutions. We carry several configurations including large format and twin sheet formed pallets for sleeves. If you’re not sure which type of product would work best for your application, our experts can help. We have pallets for light, medium, and heavy load applications.
If you have a particularly heavy-duty application, our twin sheet-formed pallets are a reliable solution. This type of pallet is capable of handling loads up to 3,000 lbs and is created by thermoforming two individual plastic sheets into two molds. The heated sheets are combined to form one sturdy material. If additional strength is required, a stiffening substrate can be added between the two plastic sheets.
Our stock of plastic pallets include:
- Light, medium, and heavy-duty options
- 4-way forklift accessible pallets
- Pallets made from recycled plastic
- Nestable options; however, these are not built for racking
- Various load capabilities based on static or dynamic applications
Kiva Container is your reliable source for custom-made, returnable plastic packaging. Whether you’re looking for plastic retail packaging, custom-printed packaging, or a specialized solution for delicate products, we have the expertise and in-house manufacturing capabilities to meet your needs. We can help you develop a cost-effective solution that’s perfectly suited to your product and meets all your industry-specific requirements. To get started on your personalized solution today, request a quote.