Nestable containers / totes
Smart storage solutions for efficient logistics
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Nestable bins
Designed for practicality and performance
Nestable containers are designed to simplify logistical challenges while maximizing space efficiency. Whether you’re managing automated conveyor systems or manual handling tasks, these totes will transform how you handle storage and transport.
- Built for automation: Compatible with modern automated conveyor systems for streamlined workflows.
- Ergonomic design: Handles and lightweight materials ensure smooth manual operations with reduced physical strain.
- Customization options: Tailor your containers with lids, bail arms, and more to meet the specific requirements of your operations.
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Discover our nestable container solutions
Our nestable bins are designed for industries needing efficient, reusable packaging systems that maximize space and reduce transport costs. We offer:
- Standard nestable containers: Ideal for saving storage space, cutting return transport costs, and improving logistics efficiency.
- Custom totes: Tailored to meet specific requirements, commonly used for online grocery delivery or retail logistics.
Product characteristics and advantages
Our totes are designed with innovation and practicality in mind, offering unparalleled advantages to enhance your operational processes. By focusing on durability, efficiency, and customizability, we deliver solutions tailored to meet diverse industry needs.
Advantages
- Durability: Designed with high-quality materials, ensuring long-lasting performance and reduced replacement costs.
- Cost-efficiency: Reduces overall operational expenses through optimized logistics and
- Sustainable: Produced using eco-conscious methods that prioritize renewable resources and minimize environmental impact.
Key features
- Save up to 80% space: Nestable containers significantly reduce storage volume when nested, optimizing space in warehouses and return shipping.
- Seamless handling: Ergonomic handles ensure comfortable carrying during manual processes, while their design integrates perfectly with automated systems.
- Safe stacking for flexibility: Bins can be safely stacked with or without bail arms, catering to diverse storage scenarios.
Ready to improve your storage and logistics efficiency?
Get in touch with our team to discuss your project, or request a free consultation to explore custom packaging solutions tailored to your needs.
Talk to an expertExamples of customization options
Discover how our nestable containers can be tailored to fit your specific requirements. With a range of customization options available, you can ensure these totes meet your operational needs seamlessly.
Base & wall design
Solid walls/bases
Solid walls/bases for protection of small or sensitive items.
Perforated walls/bases
Perforated sides/bases for airflow, drainage, or weight reduction.
Reinforced base
Reinforced base for heavy loads up to 50 kg and compatibility with automation.
Stacking/nesting mechanisms
180° stack/nest rotation
180° stack/nest rotation design: stack when full, nest when empty.
Stacking with lid
Stacking with lid if contents need protection during transit.
Bail arms
Open containers can be equipped with bail arms to ensure safe and secure stacking.
Labeling, branding and tracking
Personalize your totes with a range of labeling options to suit your needs.
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Stack and nest containers
Rotary stacking containers are stackable containers that are nested as empties, allowing a considerable reduction in volume. Due to their design, they can be stacked in one position. If the upper container is rotated by 180 degrees, two containers can be nested inside each other. Depending on the container type, the transport volume is reduced by up to 85 percent.
Features
- Dividers allow up to three compartments per tote for organized storage
- Dedicated slots enable secure placement of up to three bags in one box
- Ergonomic design includes four handle slots for comfortable handling
- Perforated sidewalls ensure quick temperature acclimatization across zones
- Clear identification markers distinguish different picking areas
- Water drainage holes comply with fire safety regulations
- Stacking direction indicators guide proper stack and nest positioning
- Safety tabs provide secure and stable stacking
Case studies
Optimizing online food logistics
Discover how innovative tote solutions revolutionized online food logistics in this detailed case study. Learn how customized labeling, advanced tracking technologies, and sustainable designs enhanced operational efficiency, streamlined logistics, and improved overall customer satisfaction.
Elevating fulfillment with TGW's automation for Frisco
Frisco, a leading Polish online grocery retailer, transformed its operations with TGW Logistics and Utz to overcome capacity, labor, and scalability challenges. Using TGW's automated shuttle warehouse with 36,000 storage locations and Utz's specialized nestable containers, Frisco quadrupled processing capacity, reduced lead times, and enabled same-day deliveries.
Industries we serve
Our totes are trusted by clients across multiple industries due to their flexibility and adaptability. Some of the industries we specialize in include:
→ Grocery and e-commerce: Safe for food-grade storage and transportation.
→ Retail and consumer goods: Durable, collapsible solutions for high-volume goods in transit.
→ Post and courier services: Reliable solutions for efficient sorting, storage, and delivery processes.
Explore how we’ve helped companies like yours reduce costs, improve efficiency, and deliver sustainability through custom nestable bin solutions.
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Frequently asked questions
How much space can I save with nestable containers?
When nested, these containers provide up to 80% space savings, making them ideal for logistics setups where space efficiency is key.
Are nestable containers compatible with automated systems?
Yes, nestable containers are specifically designed to be compatible with most automated conveyor systems.
Can I customize nestable containers for specific use cases?
Absolutely! Customization options include lids, bail arms, color selection, and specialized handles to suit your exact requirements.
What industries benefit the most from nestable containers?
Industries such as logistics, retail, manufacturing, and food distribution see significant efficiency and cost-savings with nestable containers.
Ready to improve your storage and logistics efficiency?
Get in touch with our team to discuss your project, or request a free consultation to explore custom packaging solutions tailored to your needs.
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