We engineer and supply packaging for automotive parts, machined components, and finished assemblies that have to arrive clean, undamaged, and corrosion-free every time. We offer custom corrugated boxes, heavy-duty boxes, VCI bags, foam inserts, bubble wrap, dividers, partitions, and stretch film built around the demands of automotive supply chains.
Supplying automotive parts suppliers and OEM packaging programs
Engineered for bare metal, machined parts, and finished components
Built around your part geometry, weight, and shipping environment
One supplier for every automotive packaging need
One contact, consistent supply, no surprises at the dock
A damaged part, a corroded component, or a mixed shipment that fails incoming inspection does not just create a return. In automotive supply chains, it can stop a production line, trigger a customer deduction, or cost you a program.
We have been supplying packaging to automotive parts manufacturers, Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, and aftermarket distributors for over 25 years because we understand what the stakes are and we engineer packaging that protects accordingly.
We combine custom corrugated design, corrosion-inhibiting packaging, foam fabrication, and a complete range of protective materials under one roof so you get the right packaging for every part you ship, from one supplier who is accountable for all of it.
Automotive parts packaging is not one-size-fits-all. A machined shaft, a stamped bracket, a finished plastic trim piece, and a bagged hardware kit all need different protection strategies. We start with the part, the transit environment, and the customer’s receiving requirements before we specify a single material. The result is packaging that does its job reliably, every shipment.
Bare metal parts, machined surfaces, and ferrous components corrode when packaging does not account for moisture, humidity, and transit duration. We supply VCI bags, VCI paper, and moisture-barrier packaging systems that protect metal parts through domestic and international shipments without requiring parts washdown or re-inspection on arrival.
Metal parts contacting each other in transit cause surface damage, dings, and finish defects that fail quality inspection on arrival. We design and supply custom corrugated dividers, chipboard partitions, and foam-cell systems that separate individual parts within a carton so every piece in every box arrives in the same condition it left your facility.
Custom boxes, VCI bags, foam inserts, bubble wrap, dividers, partitions, and stretch film from one account means one point of contact, one invoice, and one supplier who is accountable for your entire packaging program. No juggling multiple vendors when something changes or goes wrong.
Every product we supply is available in configurations engineered for the automotive supply chain. We carry standard formats for high-velocity applications and custom-fabricated solutions for parts and programs that require a precise fit, specific corrosion protection, or OEM-specified packaging.
Automotive parts range from small fasteners to large body panels, and the box has to match the part. We design and manufacture custom corrugated boxes for the full range of automotive components, from single-wall cartons for light hardware to triple-wall heavy-duty boxes for dense machined parts, castings, and assemblies that would destroy a standard shipping box before they reach the customer.
Volatile corrosion inhibitor packaging is the most reliable way to protect bare metal parts, machined surfaces, and ferrous components from rust and oxidation during packaging, storage, and transit. We supply VCI poly bags, VCI paper, VCI foam, and VCI stretch film in the configurations that fit your part geometry, packaging line workflow, and customer requirements for both domestic and international shipments.
Finished automotive components, precision-machined parts, and high-value assemblies need foam packaging that holds the part securely, prevents movement, and cushions against shock and vibration throughout the distribution cycle. We fabricate custom foam inserts from polyethylene, polyurethane, and cross-linked PE foam cut to the exact geometry of your part so there is no movement inside the box and no surface damage on arrival.
When multiple parts ship in a single carton, keeping them separated is as important as the box itself. Part-to-part contact causes surface dings, finish damage, and dimensional defects that show up as rejects at incoming inspection. We design and supply custom corrugated dividers, chipboard partitions, and multi-cell partition systems sized to your carton and your parts so every piece arrives individually protected, organized, and ready to use.
Automotive parts packaging often requires an extra layer of protection between the part and the corrugated wall, particularly for finished components, chrome surfaces, plastic trim, and anything with a surface that scratches or marks easily. We supply industrial-grade bubble wrap, foam sheeting, and surface-protection film in formats designed for wrapping, interleaving, and padding parts at the packing station without slowing down your packaging line.
Automotive parts pallets ship through LTL, truckload, and intermodal freight networks where load stability determines whether parts arrive in the same condition they left your dock. We supply stretch film in machine, hand, and pre-stretched grades along with VCI stretch film for metal part loads, corner board for load edge protection, and strapping for heavy pallet configurations that require maximum load containment.
Automotive supply chains operate under some of the most demanding packaging specifications in any industry. OEM customers, Tier 1 programs, and international shipments all carry packaging requirements that affect how parts are boxed, labeled, protected, and palletized. We work within those requirements and help you document compliance when your customer asks for it.
Standard / Specification | Description |
ASTM D4169 | Performance testing of shipping containers and systems |
ASTM D5118 | Fabrication of fiberboard shipping boxes |
TAPPI T811 | Edgewise compressive strength of corrugated fiberboard (ECT) |
MIL-PRF-3420 | Military specification for barrier materials, water vapor-proof |
AIAG B-5 | Primary and secondary automotive parts packaging standard |
ISTA 2A / 2B | Distribution simulation testing for packaged automotive products |
ISPM-15 | Heat treatment for wood packaging materials in international trade |
ISO 9001 Alignment | Quality management documentation support for packaging qualification |
We supply packaging solutions to automotive manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors across every level of the supply chain. Whether you are packaging parts for an OEM assembly plant, shipping aftermarket components to a national distributor, or fulfilling direct orders to repair shops and dealers, we have the packaging program to support it.
Custom corrugated boxes, VCI packaging, foam inserts, and dividers for Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers shipping stamped, machined, and fabricated components into OEM assembly plants with strict packaging and labeling specifications.
Custom-engineered packaging systems for OEM service parts programs requiring specific box configurations, part-number printing, interior protection, and labeling that meets OEM supplier packaging guidelines and receiving standards.
Stock and custom shipping boxes, bubble wrap, foam, and protective packaging for aftermarket parts distributors fulfilling high-SKU, mixed-weight orders to dealers, repair shops, and retail parts locations across national distribution networks.
VCI bags, VCI paper, foam inserts, and heavy-duty corrugated for machine shops, metal fabricators, and precision component manufacturers shipping bare metal and finished machined parts where corrosion and surface damage are the primary packaging risks.
Triple-wall corrugated, custom foam blocking, heavy-duty strapping, and specialty crating for suppliers of heavy equipment parts, commercial vehicle components, and large assemblies where part weight and size push beyond standard packaging formats.
Automotive parts packaging is a technical problem, not a commodity purchase. The right supplier understands your parts, your customers’ requirements, and what it costs when packaging fails in the field. Here is what we bring to every automotive packaging account we serve.
We do not send you a price list and let you guess which product fits your part. Our packaging specialists review your components, their geometry, weight, surface condition, and the transit environment before recommending anything. The packaging we specify is designed for your specific parts, not adapted from something that was close enough.
VCI packaging works when it is selected and applied correctly for the metal alloy, humidity exposure, and transit duration involved. We know the difference between a ferrous part that needs standard VCI and a multi-metal assembly that needs a multi-metal inhibitor formulation. We match the corrosion protection to the actual risk, and we can provide documentation to support your customer's incoming inspection requirements.
Automotive freight moves through LTL, truckload, rail, and ocean containers under conditions that test packaging hard. Stack weights, forklift handling, temperature swings, and moisture exposure during international transit all affect whether parts arrive in acceptable condition. We design packaging for the full distribution cycle, not just the first leg of the journey.
Automotive buyers searching for new packaging suppliers are usually doing it because something went wrong. A damage claim, a corrosion rejection, a supplier who could not keep up with volume. We respond fast to those situations, provide engineering support to diagnose what happened, and put a better solution in place quickly so the problem does not repeat.
We developed our process around the way automotive supply chain packaging programs actually work, with clear engineering steps, sample validation, and the documentation support your quality team may require before approving a new packaging supplier.
We review the parts you are packaging, their material composition, surface condition, weight, and geometry, along with your customer’s packaging requirements, shipping lanes, and any known damage or corrosion history with your current packaging.
We develop a complete packaging design covering the outer corrugated box, interior protection system, corrosion inhibiting materials if needed, dividers or partitions for multi-part packing, and any labeling or printing your customer requires.
We build physical samples of the packaging design and run fit checks with your actual parts. For custom foam inserts and divider systems, we confirm part fit, pack-out efficiency, and handling behavior before moving to production.
For programs that require it, we coordinate drop testing, compression testing, and vibration testing to validate packaging performance. We can provide material certifications, test reports, and compliance documentation to support your customer’s packaging qualification process.
Approved packaging moves into a production and stocking program aligned to your build schedule and shipment volume. Your dedicated account manager monitors supply and adjusts quantities as your program changes.
Most automotive parts packaging programs require a combination of a correctly engineered outer box, an interior protection system to prevent part-to-part contact and surface damage, and corrosion-inhibiting packaging for any metal components that are vulnerable to rust or oxidation. The specific materials depend on the part type, the shipping environment, and the customer’s receiving requirements. Common materials include custom corrugated boxes, corrugated dividers and partitions, foam inserts, VCI bags or VCI paper, bubble wrap, and stretch film for pallet securing.
VCI stands for volatile corrosion inhibitor. VCI packaging contains chemical compounds that emit a vapor inside the sealed package, forming a protective molecular layer on metal surfaces that prevents rust and oxidation without touching or coating the part. Automotive parts that typically need VCI packaging include bare metal stampings, machined steel and iron components, fasteners, springs, and any ferrous part shipped without a corrosion-resistant coating or plating. The right VCI format depends on the part size, the seal quality of the outer packaging, and the transit duration and humidity exposure the shipment will experience.
Corrugated dividers and partitions create individual cells inside a shipping carton that physically separate parts from each other. When multiple metal parts ship loose in a box without dividers, they contact each other during handling and transit, causing surface dings, scratches, finish damage, and dimensional deformation on softer materials. Dividers eliminate part-to-part contact entirely. For finished or coated parts with surface sensitivity, foam-lined cell systems add a cushioned barrier between the part and the divider wall so even minor abrasion damage is prevented.
Yes. We regularly work with automotive suppliers who must meet specific OEM packaging requirements from their customers. This includes box construction standards, labeling and barcode placement, interior protection requirements, pallet configuration, and documentation. We review your customer’s packaging specification at the start of the program and engineer packaging that meets those requirements. For programs that require supplier packaging approval, we can provide material certifications, sample submissions, and test documentation to support the qualification process.
The right foam depends on the part weight, surface condition, and the level of cushioning required. Polyethylene foam is the most common choice for machined metal parts because it is firm, dimensionally stable, and compatible with most metal surfaces and cutting oils. It works well for interleaving, wrapping, and custom-cut inserts. Polyurethane foam provides more cushioning per inch of thickness and is better suited for fragile, precision, or finished parts that need shock absorption rather than just surface separation. For parts with chemical sensitivity or moisture concerns, cross-linked PE foam provides better resistance. We match the foam type and density to the specific part and packaging application.
Yes. International automotive parts shipments require packaging that accounts for extended transit times, higher humidity exposure in ocean containers, customs inspection handling, and the stricter packaging requirements that come with international freight. We supply ISPM-15 heat-treated wood pallets for export, VCI packaging with inhibitor life matched to the transit duration, moisture-barrier bags and desiccants for humidity-sensitive components, and reinforced corrugated constructions rated for the additional handling of international distribution. For ocean freight programs, we can design packaging that meets the specific requirements of the destination market.
Yes. Heavy-duty packaging for large castings, engine components, axle assemblies, and other dense or oversized automotive parts is a core part of what we do. We supply double-wall and triple-wall corrugated boxes engineered for the weight and dimensions of large parts, heavy-duty foam blocking and bracing systems, custom crating for parts that exceed standard box sizes, and polyester strapping and corner board for pallets carrying very heavy loads. If your part is outside standard box dimensions or regularly damages packaging in transit, that is exactly the type of problem we are set up to solve.
Finished, plated, and coated automotive parts are vulnerable to surface damage from abrasion, contact pressure, and chemical interaction with packaging materials. We address each risk differently. For abrasion, we use surface-safe foam, anti-scratch bubble wrap, and foam-lined divider cells that cushion contact surfaces. For contact pressure, we design custom inserts that support the part at non-critical surfaces and keep weight off finished areas. For chemical compatibility, we select foam and film materials that are inert to the specific plating or coating on the part. For particularly high-value finished parts, we can test packaging material compatibility before committing to a production program.
AIAG B-5 is the Automotive Industry Action Group standard for primary and secondary packaging of automotive parts. It covers packaging design, labeling, shipping container requirements, and returnable container standards for parts flowing through automotive supply chains. Whether it applies to your operation depends on which OEM or Tier 1 customers you supply and what their specific packaging requirements reference. Many OEM packaging specifications are based on AIAG B-5 or incorporate its requirements directly. If your customers reference AIAG B-5 or have supplier packaging guidelines that cite it, we can review those requirements and engineer packaging that complies.
Yes. For any new custom packaging program, we build physical samples before production begins. This includes dimensioned corrugated box samples, assembled divider and partition systems with your actual parts loaded, and foam inserts cut to your part geometry for fit and function validation. For VCI and corrosion-protection programs, we can also provide sample materials for your quality team to evaluate against your customer’s incoming inspection requirements. We do not move to production until the packaging is validated and approved by your team.
Yes. Returnable and reusable packaging is a common requirement in just-in-time automotive supply programs, particularly for high-volume parts flowing between a supplier and a single OEM assembly plant. We supply plastic corrugated containers, foam-lined totes, and reusable divider systems designed for multiple trip cycles. For programs where a returnable container program makes economic and environmental sense, we can help you evaluate the right container format, trip cycle assumptions, and maintenance requirements to build a total cost comparison against expendable corrugated.
Yes, and this is one of the most common reasons automotive suppliers contact us. If you are experiencing part damage, surface defects, or corrosion rejections from your customers, we can conduct a packaging review to identify what is failing and why. This typically involves reviewing the current box construction and interior protection, evaluating the parts themselves for packaging risk factors, and assessing the freight environment the shipments travel through. From there we develop a redesigned packaging solution, build samples, and validate performance before you change over. Most damage and corrosion problems have a clear root cause once you look at the full packaging and transit picture together.
Whether you are dealing with damage claims, corrosion rejections, an OEM packaging requirement you need to meet, or a supply program that is not keeping up with your production schedule, our team is ready to help. We will review your parts, assess your current packaging, and give you a clear solution with samples to validate before you commit to anything.
