Trusco ST-350-B by

Product Information

The number of compartments inside the box is a relative criterion. Someone is going to store only small tools inside (the more compartments, the better), and someone only has a few larger tools he or she needs daily.

Trusco are Japan’s leading manufacturer of tool boxes - blending practical design with high quality materials. All Trusco tool boxes are made from pressed steel in Japan and finished with a durable paint coating. A no nonsense way to bulk store tools or components. If you do not have enough space in your garage or workshop to store a large cantilever toolbox, a folding model may save 70% of the interior space; It's always a good idea to start with a small test spot when working with a new cleaning agent. Follow the manufacturer's instructions or use your home mix and apply it to a small portion of your toolbox. Wait 24 hours and if you see the desired result, continue cleaning and polishing your aluminum box.

Choose the Best Cantilever Tool Box

After A/B tests of 30 cantilever boxes, I shortlisted the below rating. My final choice was given to reputable brands that manufacture reliable models – Trusco, Tactix, Stalwart, Homak Industrial, Kennedy Manufacturing, etc. This article was written by Michelle Ullman, the tool expert for The Spruce. She has extensive experience not only in writing about all things related to the home, but also in carrying out various DIY projects, including landscaping, painting, flooring, wallpapering, furniture makeovers, and simple repairs around the house and yard. There are 4 different shapes of toolboxes that we sell (regardless of whether they are Trusco or Toyo): First and foremost, you ought to opt for objective measures like dimensions and specific features. That’s why I asked several friends with various experiences and working tasks to establish the most unbiased opinion on cantilever kits for instruments. Materials If you want a sturdy tool box that’s big enough to hold the essentials plus some extras, but not so large that it’s difficult to lift or store, then you’ll appreciate the DEWALT TSTAK Deep Toolbox with Long Handle. But if you just need an inexpensive tool box for a basic home tool kit or to use as your emergency tool box, then the Plano Grab-N-Go 16-Inch Tool Box is the best choice. What to Look for in a Tool Box Size and Storage Capacity

One of these companies is Trusco - which is a great and popular Japanese brand. Trusco have some colours that are specific to them and Toyo has some colours that are specific to them.Any metal boxes should be coated with anti-corrosion compounds to protect them from premature rusting. It is worth considering that the protective finish erases over time and you need to apply the box with a new protective layer. Number of compartments Large metal boxes full of tools and hardware get heavy. If you typically need just a few tools for your various DIY projects but have an extensive collection of tools, keep a small organizer box on hand that you can fill with just the tools required for that project; it will be much lighter so you can lift and move it easily. A polyester tool bag or tool apron are other options for short-term projects. You may even want to keep a few different kinds of toolboxes: one for the garage or workshop, one for the house, and one for your automobile.

There’s only one thing that’s a bit more complex about the Japanese tool boxes and that’s their names and brands. So, let’s simplify it for you... Toyo Steel is the company that makes most Japanese pressed steel tool boxes. They’ve been making them for 53 years and are a renowned Japanese company that makes a whole range of really well designed products for around the house, garden and garage.Finished in Bright Red, Silver, Green, Blue or Olive (we are struggling to source some colours from Trusco at the moment. If you are looking for Blue or Olive have a look at the alternative branded box below) Metal toolboxes are typically more durable and reliable storage units for handheld and electric tools. Various types of metals are used to produce such products. Usually, toolboxes are made of stainless steel, aluminum and different alloys based on iron or steel. It's admittedly not the cheapest steel tool box available, but the Trusco 14-Inch 2-Level Steel Tool Box is likely the most attractive, as well as the best designed. This Japanese-made blue steel tool box opens from the center, revealing a large inner compartment topped by a a split upper compartment that glides outwards smoothly without fiddly latches or clasps. Each half of the upper level has five compartments, but if desired, you can remove the dividers to create a larger space.

We love a toolbox in the Tinker and Fix house. All sizes, all colours. We use them for everything from storing tools, to keep art supplies together. A cantilever toolbox is used for professional technicians, who at the same time require storage space and portability. These storage units are made of plastic or metal and have a solid structure. Typically, such toolboxes have a sliding lid that opens a few foldable compartments. This style of toolbox could be suitable for a specialist to arrange his/her gear according to the function and size. There is even a wide handle in the toolbox to hold it conveniently, regardless of weight. Below are some of the typical features in a toolbox with the cantilever design. When buying a toolbox, be sure to consider what size will fit your needs best. If you have only a few hand tools but want to keep them organized and protected, then consider purchasing either a small or medium-sized toolbox. However, if you need something larger to hold power tools like reciprocating saws or drills, consider buying a rolling chest on wheels instead of a stationary box. This way, you can easily move it around as needed.” We do have an alternative for this tool box which you can see here. - which is available in a few additional colours.Iron or steel tool boxes usually have a heavy structure designed to transport large tools or electrical gear. Such a product has sufficient rigidity to protect its contents from various mechanical influences. Cantilevered design means you have a large central area for tools and then the two small “upper” areas can be adjusted to your requirements.