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This section provides an overview for steel tool boxes as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 7 steel tool box manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked steel tool box companies as of February, 2025: 1.KDM Fabrication, 2.Gearwrench, 3.Guangzhou Caiyuan Hardware Co., Ltd.
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Steel toolboxes, as the name suggests, are toolboxes made of steel plates.
It plays an important role in efficiently organizing and storing tools and parts, as well as improving safety and work efficiency at work sites.
In recent years, many well-designed toolboxes have been sold due to the popularity of DIY. In addition to storing tools, they can be used in a wide range of ways, such as storing various daily necessities. They are used by many professionals and hobbyists.
Steel toolboxes are storage boxes for power tools, wrenches, and other tools needed for work. However, colorful and stylish ones are sometimes used to store small hobby items in addition to tools.
Although steel is not as rust-resistant as aluminum or stainless steel, it is sturdy, easy to work with, and easy to manufacture, and it comes in a variety of shapes and sizes. They are useful at work sites where tools are carried around or where the work area is not consistent.
1. Sturdy and Durable
Steel toolboxes are made of strong materials and can protect heavy tools and utensils without bending.
2. Long-Term Use
Heat and shock-resistant properties enable toolboxes to withstand long-term use.
3. Many Toolboxes Have a Design Quality
A wide variety of colors and retro designs are available, making them suitable for use as interior decorations.
1. Difficult to Carry Due to Its Weight
Steel toolboxes are heavier than other materials, making them unsuitable for carrying around.
2. Susceptible to Rust
Periodic maintenance is required because they are susceptible to rust and corrosion caused by rain, water, and paint.
3. Noisy
Since the contents make a clattering sound when they move, it is necessary to take measures such as using inner trays or partitions to prevent tools from coming into contact with each other.
The following points should be considered when selecting Steel toolboxes, and they should be selected according to the intended use and the environment in which they will be used.
Mountain Shape
The lid is mountain-shaped, making it suitable for storing large tools and tall spray cans. There are many types, from small to large, with handles attached to the lids, making them easy to carry. In addition, the double-folding type can store a large amount of large tools and make them easy to take out.
Trunk Type
This type of toolbox has a rectangular shape with an integrated top lid. Generally, handles are attached to the top lid or sides, and the side-attached type can be stacked. Some of them have a locking mechanism to safely store tools.
Cabinet Type
This type of toolbox has a large storage space and multiple drawers. The type with casters is useful when working in a garage for car repair or DIY. Even if heavy tools are stored, they can be easily moved.
Some toolboxes have gaskets on the lid to prevent dripping and dust, while others have urethane sponges or other cushioning material on the inside of the box to protect the stored items from shocks.
Size is an important factor when selecting steel toolboxes. Depending on the size and quantity of tools to be stored, select one with an optimal shape and generous size.
In addition to the length and dimensions of the toolbox, the depth dimension is also important when storing power tools. If the toolbox is to be loaded in a car, it should be selected according to the shape and dimensions of the trunk (cargo bed).
Some tools are equipped with a tray for storing small parts such as bolts, nuts, and electrical parts together with tools. Since the partitions attached to the tray can be moved freely, the storage position can be determined for ease of use.
Some can be fitted with padlocks, some come with shoulder belts for carrying them for long periods, and some are painted with colorful colors, letters, designs, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
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Gearwrench was founded in 1996 and is a manufacturer of premier mechanics hand tool products based in Spark, Maryland, United States. The company offers various products such as ratchets, sockets, screwdrivers, pliers, and torque wrenches. The products are manufactured under compliance of various standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 6789, and ASME B107.300 2010. The products offered by the company are under various warranty length from 1 year, 3 year, to full lifetime warranty.
HOZAN TOOL INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD., established in 1946 in Naniwa-ku, Osaka, Japan, is a manufacturer and supplier of electronics and bicycle tools. Their product range includes soldering irons for electronics assembly, various types of multimeters for electrical measurements, pliers for wire manipulation, diverse screwdrivers for fastening tasks, and wire strippers for precise wire preparation. Additionally, they also offer chemical products such as anti-rust oils, freezer sprays, cutting oil, and dusters.
KDM Fabrication is a certified sheet metal parts manufacturer established in 2008 and headquartered in Jiangsu, China. The company’s product line consists of sheet metal boxes, pet waste stations, metal medicine cabinets, sheet metal handles, and stainless steel trims. It also offers full sheet metal fabrication services to produce high-precision and complex parts using different sheet metal materials such as steel, copper, and aluminum. The company operates an 8,000-square-meter factory equipped with CNC machines, robotic welding, forming equipment, shearing equipment, and drilling machines. It has obtained SGS, CE, RoHS, and ISO 9001:2015 certifications.
Deli Tools, started in 1981, is a manufacturer and supplier of power tools, hand tools, automotive tools, and outdoor equipment used in construction, automotive, housework applications, and transportation. Located in Ningbo, China, the company provides power tools such as booster pumps, electric grinders, and air compressors; the automotive tools include screwdrivers, multimeters, socket sets, breaker bars, and hammers. The outdoor equipment includes tents, ladders, picnic pads, gloves, and laser pointers. Deli Tools ensures quality assurance with a well-equipped test lab, National Industrial Standard Participation, and ISO Certification.
Foshan Tanghan Precision Metal Products Co., Ltd. was founded in 2008 in Foshan, Guangdong Province, and specializes in the manufacture of metal sheet fabrications. The company boasts a diverse product portfolio that includes various metal products such as metal toolboxes, Ute canopies, valet parking podiums, roll bars, and metal wall cladding panels, among others. These products primarily cater to industries involved in tool storage, pickup exterior modification, special-purpose vehicle fittings, and the construction sector.
Ranking as of February 2025
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | KDM Fabrication |
18.8%
|
| 2 | Gearwrench |
18.8%
|
| 3 | Guangzhou Caiyuan Hardware Co., Ltd |
12.5%
|
| 4 | Ningbo Qixin Technology Co., Ltd |
12.5%
|
| 5 | Foshan Tanghan Precision Metal Products Co.,Ltd. |
12.5%
|
| 6 | Deli Tools |
12.5%
|
| 7 | HOZAN TOOL INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD. |
12.5%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the steel tool box page as of February 2025. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
|
China
|
4 | 66.7% |
|
United States of America
|
1 | 16.7% |
|
Japan
|
1 | 16.7% |
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