Custom Pelican Cases That Deliver Complete Protective Systems For Your Equipment and Workflow

Authorized Pelican Distributor
In-House Foam Fabrication
Volume & Contract Orders

More Than a Pelican Case Distributor

Anyone can sell a Pelican case. We help organizations build complete protective solutions.

As an authorized Pelican distributor, C.H. Ellis combines Pelican’s industry-leading case platforms with our in-house engineering and manufacturing capabilities to deliver custom Pelican cases ready for deployment.

Rather than coordinating multiple vendors for the case, foam, branding, and interior organization, you can source everything through one experienced partner.

Why Companies Choose C.H. Ellis for Custom Pelican Cases

Authorized Pelican Dealer

Access the complete family of genuine Pelican cases, including Protector, Air, Storm, Vault, Micro, TRVL and Crate cases through an authorized distributor.

One Source for the Complete System

We source the Pelican exterior and engineer the interior at our Indianapolis facility, eliminating the need to coordinate multiple suppliers.

In-House Custom Foam Fabrication

Our engineering team designs and manufactures precision foam inserts specifically for your equipment using CNC routing, waterjet cutting, die cutting, and multiple foam materials.

Built for Production Programs

From prototypes to high-volume contract manufacturing, we support OEMs, government agencies, industrial manufacturers, and field service organizations with scalable production.

Faster Turnaround & Competitive Pricing

Located just minutes from Pelican’s Indiana distribution warehouse, we’re uniquely positioned to source genuine Pelican cases quickly, offer competitive pricing on empty cases, and move directly into customization.

Customize Your Pelican Case

A Pelican case is only part of the solution. The interior determines how well your equipment is protected, organized, and used in the field.

Precision Foam Inserts

  • CNC-routed custom foam
  • Waterjet-cut inserts
  • Anti-static, polyethylene, polyurethane, XLPE foams
  • Multi-layer foam systems
  • Shadowboard foam for FOD control

Thermoformed Tray Inserts

  • Durable, easy-to-clean interiors
  • Structured compartments
  • Ideal for hardware, accessories, and field kits

Branding & Identification

  • UV DTF graphics
  • Laser engraving
  • Printed overlays
  • Color accents
  • Asset identification

Complete Interior Systems

  • Custom foam inserts
  • Thermoformed trays
  • Tool organizers
  • Sewn goods
  • Lid organizers & dividers

From Standard Pelican Case to Complete Equipment System

Our behavior-driven design process focuses on how your equipment is used, not simply how it fits inside a case.

discovery

Understand your equipment, users, and operating environment.

Engineering

Design the optimal interior layout and protection system.

Prototype

Review samples and validate fit before production.

Production

Manufacture and assemble complete custom Pelican case systems.

Pelican Cases Customized for Your Equipment and Workflow

Whether you’re ordering ten cases or ten thousand, C.H. Ellis combines genuine Pelican products with custom engineering to deliver complete protective systems from one trusted partner.

FAQs

Are you an authorized Pelican dealer?

Yes. C.H. Ellis is an authorized Pelican distributor offering genuine Pelican cases for commercial, industrial, and government customers.

Yes. We provide custom foam inserts, thermoformed trays, branding, hybrid interior systems, and complete case customization.

Absolutely. We specialize in OEM programs, contract manufacturing, and large-volume deployments.

Yes. We source the Pelican case and manufacture the custom interior in-house, ensuring everything fits perfectly.

Medical, aerospace, defense, industrial manufacturing, utilities, field service, electronics, public safety, and many other demanding industries.

Your Guide to Custom Cases

Learn the exact strategies medical, AgTech, defense, and industrial teams use to prevent field failures, reduce damage costs, and speed up deployment.

Inside this FREE guide, you’ll uncover:

  • The engineering framework behind mission-ready equipment protection
  • Which case types actually perform in harsh, clinical, or global environments
  • Foam design mistakes that cost companies millions
  • How to future-proof cases for new product generations
  • What top manufacturers demand in compliant, durable, brand-forward cases

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