Ever since its founding in 1956, raaco has consistently set the standard for creating innovative, space-saving, and highly-durable storage solutions. Their products have helped countless industries and professional craftsmen worldwide. Today, they’re regarded as one of the biggest and most well-known brands in the storage product market.
In this article, we’ll discuss who raaco are, their efforts towards sustainability, why raaco is the right choice when selecting a storage product. We’ll also take a closer look at two of their most popular product ranges: Carrylites and Storage Cabinets
Who are raaco?
raaco have over 65 years of experience developing and manufacturing high-quality, award-winning steel cabinets, professional toolboxes, component boxes, and plenty of other storage solutions.
Originally based on a small idyllic island in Denmark, Raaco has grown tremendously over the years, with offices dotted across parts of Europe, the America’s and also the Far East. raaco’s products are currently used across 40 countries, and their presence in the storage market continues to expand.
What impact do raaco have on the planet?
Since its inception, raaco has prioritised sustainability by ensuring its manufacturing process is as green as possible. They achieve this by using robust and recyclable materials, reducing their environmental footprint while maintaining the high durability that customers expect.
raaco’s ongoing initiatives are in place to align and support with the principles of UN Global Goals on human rights, labour rights, the environment, and anti-corruption.
Why should I buy raaco?
Well, beyond their tremendous efforts towards creating a sustainable future, the raaco brand is undeniably a first choice for professionals seeking a high-quality storage solution.
raaco doesn’t just release new products without careful consideration. They have a modern, tried and tested, future proof system, which ensures there’s complete functionality across their whole product range.
raaco makes sure that every product is designed so that its components can fit together, can be stacked, moved around and organised to suit specific requirements. This commitment to creating an exceptional design has earned them numerous international awards.
It’s clear that efficiency and functionality go hand in hand with raaco, as they’re able to design products that help users organise tools, accessories, and small parts in a manageable way – saving time, space, and money in the process.
Which raaco product is right for me?
raaco might agree that there is no wrong product to choose from, but I’m sure they’ll also agree that each product is unique in its own way and is designed for specific application usage.
Amongst raaco’s extensive product portfolio, two standout products have proven to be favourites among industries and professional tradesmen:
the ‘CarryLite’ range and ‘Storage Cabinets’.
CarryLite
raaco’s CarryLite assortment box is the perfect storage solution for those who need lightweight, durable, and incredibly customisable organisation...
The Raaco CarryLite series comprises professional, portable parts cases constructed from polypropylene with a polycarbonate lid, featuring secure sliding locks and a lid with U-profiles to prevent component mixing during transport. The CarryLite 55 models, with a 57 mm height and 10 kg load capacity, are distinguished by their high-density (50 inserts) or medium-density (25 inserts) configuration.
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CarryLite 80 5x10-15 |
Award winning design
raaco has won numerous awards over the years for the CarryLite’s exceptional, functional and innovative design:
- The ID award - The ID Prize is now the Danish Design Prize (as from 2000). It was introduced in 1965 and acknowledges the best Danish design.
- iF design award - One of the world's largest and most respected design prizes, which has been awarded since 1953. This award is based on the products: design quality, finish, choice of materials, degree of innovation, environmental impact, functionality, ergonomics, safety, brand value, etc.
Made for optimal efficiency, the CarryLite comes with extra inserts in a variety of sizes, and allows you to customise compartments to fit different tools, components, or whatever parts you deem most important.
Storage Cabinets
If you’re looking for a simple, space-saving, and efficient way to keep your tools and parts more organised, raaco’s storage cabinets are the perfect choice...
The Raaco 1200 Series are distinguished by their drawer count: the 1260-00 contains 60 drawers, the 1248-01 has 48 drawers, and the 1224-02 has 24 drawers. A key functional difference is the material, with the black-colored 1260-00 and 1248-01 models featuring ESD-safe components and an earth wire for electronics storage, while the blue 1224-02 is a standard general-purpose cabinet.
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The possibilities are endless
Well, they’re somewhat endless… You can choose from a wide range of cabinets with various different shelves, heights, and drawer sizes. Not only this, but raaco have also made it so that you can easily combine them into larger systems, allowing for more overview, saved space, mobility, and access.
Made with durability and sustainability in mind
Every detail of these cabinets are designed with a reason. Thanks to their galvanized, coated steel, you won’t have to worry about rust, making them built to last. The cabinets also include transparent plastic drawers which lets you see exactly what’s inside, so no more wasting time rummaging through clutter.
Raaco’s attention to detail doesn’t stop there, they also make use of environmental friendly paint plants in their cabinet range, further showcasing their efforts to holding a sustainable product portfolio.
Key features & benefits
✓ Available in 2 sizes and 3 heights – expand your CarryLite system when required
✓ Double sandwich lid – provides better visibility and allows for content identification
✓ Red open/closed indicator – shows whether the lid is unlocked, with seals that can also be inserted at each sliding lock
✓ Multi point hinges – made from high quality plastic, ensuring highly durable multipoint hinges in the lid
✓ CarryLite 150, extra high – features removable partitions in 3 sizes or with movable insert, freeing up several compartments
✓ Transport box – stack and carry up to 4 CarryLite units for easy transport
Key features & benefits
✓ Clear visibility – the drawers can be marked with labels for quick identification
✓ Customisable – each drawer can easily be divided by using removable dividers
✓ Easy access – broad handles on the drawers make them a breeze to pull out, and a built-in edge prevents anything from falling out of the cabinet
✓ Added protection – rubber feet not only protect the surface from scratches but also ensure the cabinet is fixed in place
✓ Expandable – you can join up to twelve cabinets of the same height, effectively creating a single space-saving system
✓ Mounting – due to its feature on the back, you have the freedom to hang it on a wall
Still can’t decide?
If you’re still unsure what raaco is product is right for you – we’ve got a wide selection to choose from at Rapid such as compartment boxes, drawer storage, storage bins and tool boxes - guaranteeing you’ll find the right storage solution.
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