For more information on our foam etching service in Southampton, please contact one of our sales team at sales@redboxtools.com or call +44 (0) 2380 254285.

Or visit us in store Monday – Friday 7.30am – 4pm

Units 12 & 13
South Hampshire Industrial Park
Eddystone Road
Totton
Southampton
SO40 3SA

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Red Box offers a full laser tool engraving and laser etching service, which, not only enables you to engrave your tools, but also many other items such as trophies, plaques, jewellery and much more too.  Using a state of the art Laser Marking Station, we can engrave/etch a broad range of products, from the very smallest to large size items.

Tool control is where we specialise. Tool engraving helps ensure your tools remain yours, so never again can you be questioned as to if a tool belongs to you. Laser engraving and laser etching also assists when assigning tools to specific kits. Kits can be designed for specific people and tasks, engraving/etching the tool assists in returning the tool back to the correct kit.

In a previous article, we have highlighted 5 interesting facts about laser engraving and laser etching, which include the processes being hugely popular way for businesses to develop brand awareness.

What are the Differences Between the Two Processes?

Although laser etching is quicker, laser engraving is more long-lasting. This is because etching uses less energy than vaporising, which is used in the engraving process . Deep laser engraving may need many laser passes and, as a result, more time.

The holes produced by engraving, on the other hand, are more resistant to wear than the higher markings created by etching. In fact, laser etching elevation can be as high as 80 microns, while laser engraving depth can be as low as 500 microns.

When it comes to making high-contrast marks, laser etching stands out. Laser engraving produces solely black markings, but etching produces both black and white marks. As a result, high-contrast engravings are frequently created by combining both engraving with etching.

Unless you want a high level of abrasion resistance, etching is preferable than engraving.

Red Box is based in Totton, Southampton and you can bring your items directly into our shop.  Red Box also offer a mail service and our services have been trusted by companies all over the world.

For more information on our laser tool engraving and etching service in Southampton, please contact one of our sales team at sales@redboxtools.com or call +44 (0) 2380 254285.

Or visit us in store Monday – Friday 7.30am – 4pm

Units 12 & 13
South Hampshire Industrial Park
Eddystone Road
Totton
Southampton
SO40 3SA

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Foam it, find it.

Shadow Boarding is an organisation solution in which tools and equipment sit in foam, hung on the wall, this is to achieve an organised workplace where tools, supplies and equipment are stored in appropriate locations close to the work area.

Tool shadow boards reduce the amount of time wasted on searching for the right tools and allows you to easily see what tools are available at the time, if any are missing and help you to get on with the task in hand more efficiently.

So, how exactly do we make a shadow board? We use custom foam that is then cut with a CNC Router, which is a computer controlled system. The tools required are then scanned using an electric pen and board, which provides us with an accurate drawing, which then creates tool paths that are directed to the CNC Router and then “tool path lines” are cut extremely accurately into the foam layer.

Tool shadow boarding is the partner to shadow tool foam and allows you to keep your tools safe and tidy at home, work or in the garage, whilst Shadow Foaming® allows you to keep your tools safe whilst on the go. In addition, our tool shadow board foam also include Red Box’s Push Point Technology™, making it easier for you to gain access to your tools than ever before.

What are the Benefits of Shadow Boarding?

• Quickly highlights any missing tools
• Improves workplace organisation
• Can be fully colour coded
• Fully customisable to your requirements
• Not just limited to tools

Learn more about the Benefits of Shadow Foam via our insightful article.

Take a closer look at the Custom Foam Layer Design that we produced for MTC.

Get in Touch:

Contact Red Box Tools today on +44 (0) 2380 254285 (UK) and +1 (770) 709-5169 (US) and we will be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding tool shadow boards or to discuss your requirements in greater detail.

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Foam it, find it.

Get Organised With Our Bespoke Tool Foam

Do you have all the tools you need but can never get them as organised as you would like? If so, our bespoke Shadow Foaming® service will have you sorted in no time, thanks to its first-class tool control capabilities and our unique Push Point Technology®.

This process sees us create bespoke layers for any items or accessories to sit in. The CNC tool foam that we use is strong enough to withstand daily use, completely versatile, and can be cut easily. Our aim is to ensure that the inserts not only last the test of time, but also enable you to complete daily tasks quicker and more efficiently than ever before.

Red Box’s bespoke tool control foam service is also completely straightforward to order too. Simply give us your tools and we will scan them and lay them out in specially designed 2 colour, routed, custom foam inserts, before your new kit is complete!

Our CNC shadow foaming services are not just limited to tool kits either. We offer solutions for your garage, shed, and anywhere where tool storage and control is of high importance.

Can’t Come to us? We’ll Come to You!

You can bring your tools into us to be scanned or we can come out to your business and scan them on site. This makes our custom insert service completely flexible around your requirements.

What is Shadow Foaming®?

It is a customisable and versatile grade of foam. This means that we can cut and shape it to fit any of your existing tools. It is available in a range of colors too. All bespoke sheets are covered with a clear rubber layer, making them extremely durable and perfect for any industry. The biggest advantage is that your tools will be easy to spot within your set.

How do you cut it?

• Our custom inserts begin with using a CNC Router  to cut the foam
• We scan the tools using an electric pen and board, which allows us to create an accurate drawing.
• The drawing creates tool paths that are then sent to the computer and directed to the router, which then cuts along these “tool path lines”.
• This creates an extremely accurate cut out of each tool shape in the insert.

All CNC tool foam comes complete with Push Point Technology™, making it even easier to gain access to your equipment.

What case should I use to house my bespoke shadow inserts?

As it can be cut into any size needed, we can use your existing tool case or cabinet. However, if you would like an upgrade, we have a wide range of tool cases and cabinets available here.

All of our pre-designed solutions come complete with perfectly fitting CNC foam, ranging from our electrician kits, mechanic kits, plumbing kits, woodworking kits, and more.

Our bespoke shadow boards are also perfect for keeping tools tidy at home, work or in the garage.

ORDER YOUR BESPOKE INSERTS HERE

Read Our Related Articles for Further Information:

Take Your Tool Control Foam to the Next Level

CNC Layers for Professional Photography Equipment

The Benefits of Shadow Foaming®

The Shadow Layers Process Explained

Get in Touch:

Please call us on +44 (0) 2380 254285 if you require custom foam inserts and we will be happy to discuss your specific requirements.

Contact our sales team for more details on the full range of services that we offer:

+44 (0) 2380 254285

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Foam it, find it.

Shadow Foaming® is the process in which we create bespoke foams for any tools, items or accessories to sit in. The foam we use is versatile and can be cut easily. Shadow Foaming® is a material that is strong enough to withstand daily use, so you don’t need to worry about it getting worn or tearing.

There are a wide range of industries that we can create bespoke foams for, but we are most commonly asked to produce custom tool foam for our customers.

How does it work?

Whatever you need to fit into your foams, we can create a bespoke design to fit your needs. We take a scan of your items, which is then created digitally where our design team create the custom foams.

Once the bespoke shadowing foam design has been completed, the design is cut into the foam using a router. This cuts each shape precisely. The foams are then cleaned up and sent back to you, ready to use!

What are the benefits of bespoke Shadow Foaming®?

Shadow Foaming® acts as an organisation tool. Each item has its own slot cut out into the shadowing foam, therefore no more rummaging through a tool kit to find what you need. The foam is two-toned, the top layer is black with another colour underneath. This means that you can easily see the coloured under layer showing if an item is missing.

Shadow Foaming® also provides a protective layer for your belongings when they are inside their case. This prevents items from becoming damaged.

Get your Shadow Foaming® quote

To have one of our sales team contact you regarding our bespoke shadowing foam service, please click here.

Looking for pre-designed tool kits? If so, we have worked with industry experts to produce the perfect tool kits whatever industry you are in.

Did you know; we also specialise in custom tool shadow boards, which allows you to keep your tools and equipment safe and tidy at home, work or in the garage.

Read Our Tool Foam Related Articles:

• Take Your Tool Control to the Next Level
• Tool Foam Layers for Professional Photography Equipment
• Shadow Foamed Cases Produced for Delta
• The Benefits of Shadow Foaming®
• The Shadow Foaming® Process Explained

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