TricorBraun carries a wide range of industrial packaging products that are available both in stock and via special order. Browse all the wholesale options to find the right fit for your needs.
Understanding Industrial Packaging Requirements
Industrial packaging serves a fundamentally different purpose than consumer or retail packaging. It must withstand the rigors of warehousing, shipping, and handling in environments where impact, chemical exposure, temperature variation, and weight are all real factors. The material selection — plastic, steel, or fiber — is the first and most consequential decision because each material has specific strengths depending on the contents and conditions it will face. TricorBraun's Industrial Packaging 101 guide covers material selection, use cases, and regulatory considerations in detail for buyers who need a deeper reference before committing to a container type.
Special Order Options and Custom Configurations
Not every industrial application can be served by a standard stock SKU. TricorBraun offers special-order industrial packaging for applications that require non-standard dimensions, specialized closures, or materials suited to hazardous or reactive contents. TricorBraun's award-winning Design and Engineering team supports projects from initial specification through sourcing and delivery, whether that means a single custom container type or a complete industrial packaging program. For regulated or hazardous contents packaging requirements, contact TricorBraun's team directly at online@tricorbraun.com to discuss your application before ordering.
Related Packaging for Regulated Industries
Industrial operations that also manufacture pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, or specialty chemical products may need containers that meet stricter regulatory standards. TricorBraun's pharmaceutical packaging category covers plastic packers, child-resistant closures, and pharmaceutical coil for operations that handle regulated drug or supplement products alongside industrial goods. The full range of wholesale containers and packaging solutions across all materials and industries is available at tricorbraun.com/shop.
Frequently Asked Questions: Industrial Packaging
What is the difference between industrial packaging and commercial packaging?
Industrial packaging is designed primarily for the protection, storage, and transport of products in B2B supply chains, often involving large volumes, heavy contents, or chemically reactive materials. Commercial and retail packaging is designed for end-consumer presentation. The two categories overlap in some areas — for example, a chemical cleaning product may use industrial-grade containers that are also sold on retail shelves — but industrial packaging prioritizes containment integrity, structural strength, and regulatory compliance over aesthetics.
What materials does TricorBraun carry for industrial packaging?
TricorBraun's industrial packaging catalog includes containers in plastic, steel, and fiber. Each material is suited to different contents and handling conditions: plastic is lightweight and chemically resistant for many common industrial liquids; steel provides maximum strength and is required for certain flammable or reactive substances; fiber containers are used for dry industrial materials and powders. Details on each material's applications are covered in TricorBraun's Industrial Packaging 101 guide.
Does TricorBraun carry UN-rated industrial containers?
TricorBraun's industrial packaging line includes options for hazardous and potentially reactive contents. For specific UN rating requirements or DOT compliance specifications, contact TricorBraun's packaging specialists at online@tricorbraun.com to confirm which SKUs meet your regulatory requirements before placing an order.
What is the minimum order for industrial packaging?
Most TricorBraun industrial containers are usually available for purchase by the case with pallet-level pricing available for high-volume orders. For large or ongoing volume requirements, use the Request a Quote form on the product page or contact the team at online@tricorbraun.com to discuss pricing.
Can TricorBraun support custom industrial packaging for ongoing production programs?
Yes. Beyond the stock and special-order catalog, TricorBraun's award-winning Design and Engineering team can develop custom industrial packaging solutions from prototyping through global sourcing. This service is available for operations that need purpose-built containers not available through standard stock channels. Contact online@tricorbraun.com to start a conversation about your program requirements.