CP Cases

What CP Cases does

CP Cases, founded in 1971 and headquartered in Isleworth, West London, designs and manufactures protective transit and operational cases plus 19-inch rack enclosures for electronics. The company operates from a 31,000 sq ft UK manufacturing site and a 25,000 sq ft US facility in Frankford, Delaware, serving customers in more than 45 countries and serving as a wholly owned subsidiary of Stockholm-listed Lagercrantz Group AB since the acquisition that positioned it within a diversified industrial conglomerate.

The core technology stack spans rotomoulding (brought in-house in 2018), aluminium monocoque fabrication, laminated composite honeycomb construction, CNC foam machining and vapour-compression climate control. Flagship product families include Amazon rotomoulded cases and racks, ERack, SatRack and Amazon Rack 19-inch enclosures, RCZ aluminium cases, AirShip composite lightweight cases, and COOL VCC2/COOL Collar climate modules. Differentiation rests on multiple granted patents (Amazon Lip Design, CV2 suspended chassis, EasyGlide removable system, COOL cooling, Cable Entry Port, RCZ rimfold), third-party certifications (MIL-STD-810F/G, DEF STAN 00-35, IP65/IP66, NATO stock numbers, ISO 9001:2015, CE/UKCA, IATA compliance), and a 50-year track record with defence primes and government customers.

The business model is direct B2B enterprise sales with engineering-led customisation. CP Cases quotes bespoke solutions based on dimensions, materials, certifications and volume; the GTM motion combines UK and US direct sales teams, technical documentation, case-study marketing, and trade-show presence at Xponential, Security and Policing, CleanPower 2026, and Air Space & Cyber Conference. Revenue streams are split across hardware sales of cases, racks and climate control modules, plus custom engineering services, with verticals spanning defence, broadcast and media, medical, aerospace, first responders, energy, pro audio, and marine.

Name

CP Cases

Legal name

CP Cases Ltd

Website

https://cpcases.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1971

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

CP Cases designs and manufactures protective transit cases and ruggedised 19-inch rack enclosures with integrated climate control for defence, broadcast, medical and industrial customers across 45+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Protective Equipment Cases and Enclosures

SIC

Miscellaneous Plastics Products (3080), Partitions, Shelvg, Lockers, & Office & Store Fixtures (2540)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMALAFAG

Crates & Cases (Wooden/Plastic/Metal, Export Cases)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Packaging & Containers/Protective & Transport Packaging (Foam, Dunnage, Pallets, Crates)

Keywords

• Protective equipment cases
• Ruggedised rack enclosures
• Rotomoulded transit cases
• Aluminium flight cases
• Climate controlled racks

Headquarters

HQ city

Isleworth

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Protective Cases and Enclosures: Sale of standard and custom protective cases including rotomoulded Amazon Cases, aluminium cases (RCZ, AluCurve, AluWeld), and composite AirShip cases. Revenue generated through one-time hardware purchases with custom engineering options.
2. 19-inch Rack Systems: Sale of ruggedised rack enclosures (ERack, SatRack, Amazon Racks, ProRack) with optional climate control, EMC shielding, and anti-vibration systems. Includes standard configurations up to 18U and custom solutions.
3. Climate Control Systems: COOL portable air conditioning units (VCC2 and TEU) and detachable COOL Collar systems for temperature regulation of electronic equipment in field deployments.
4. Custom Engineering Services: Bespoke design and manufacturing services for custom case solutions, foam engineering, EMC shielding, and specialized configurations. Includes consulting on material selection and structural engineering.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

CP Cases designs and manufactures custom protective cases, 19-inch rack enclosures, and ruggedised aluminium cases for the transit, storage, and operation of sensitive electronic equipment. Products span rotomoulded polymer cases (Amazon Cases), aluminium rack enclosures (ERack, SatRack), composite lightweight cases (AirShip), aluminium transit cases (RCZ, AluCurve, AluWeld), climate control units (COOL VCC2, COOL Collar), and bespoke flight cases. The company serves defense, broadcast, medical, aerospace, emergency services, and industrial customers across 45+ countries with MIL-STD and DEF STAN certified, custom-engineered solutions.

Product overview

CP Cases designs and manufactures protective equipment cases, 19-inch racks, and rugged textiles across multiple industries. The product portfolio centers on three core platform categories: rotomoulded cases (Amazon Cases), 19-inch rack enclosures (ERack, SatRack, Amazon Rack), and composite lightweight cases (AirShip). The offering includes aluminium cases (RCZ, AluCurve, AluWeld), climate control systems (COOL VCC2 and COOL Collar), and custom flight/road cases. Products are available as standard configurations or fully customised to customer requirements, with many carrying MIL-STD-810, IP65 ratings, and NATO stock numbers for defence and mission-critical applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Amazon: Rotomoulded polymer cases in virgin polyethylene for heavy-duty protection
• ERack
• AirShip
• SatRack
• COOL
• RCZ

Products and services

• Amazon Cases Rotomoulded polymer cases in high quality virgin polyethylene with patented lip design, waterproof silicone gasket seal, and IP65 rating for harsh environment deployment by defense, emergency services, and industrial customers.
• Amazon Rotomoulded 19-inch Rack Rotomoulded ruggedised rack enclosures with shock-mounted aluminium chassis, enhanced sway space, adjustable chassis, and EasyGlide removable system. MIL-STD-810 and IP65 accredited for mission-critical electronics in defense applications.
• ERack Lightweight 19-inch ruggedised aluminium rack with patented CV2 suspended chassis, up to 30% lighter than equivalent steel enclosures, featuring IP65 ingress protection and EMI/EMC shielding capability. Conforms to IEC 60297-3, DIN 41494 and EIA 310 standards.
• SatRack Ultra-lightweight 19-inch rack with shock-mounted aluminium chassis in honeycomb polypropylene body. Airline-compliant for checked baggage with optional backpack man-pack configuration, designed for satellite communications and field deployment.
• RCZ Aluminium Cases Lightweight aluminium protective cases with monocoque structural enclosure, patented pre-formed corner design acting as crumple zone, and precision laser-cut panels. MIL-STD-810 tested. Launched in 2023.
• AirShip Composite Cases Laminated composite lightweight protective case with CNC-machined internal structure using honeycomb polypropylene and closed-cell foam. Featherweight construction 40-70% lighter than equivalent injection moulded cases, MIL-STD-810G tested, IP66 climatic protection.
• AluCurve Ruggedised aluminium case with pre-pressed corners for extra strength, featuring innovative off-edge welding design for maximum safety. Used by broadcasters and defense customers.
• AluWeld Edge-welded ruggedised aluminium case stronger and lighter than plywood, weatherproof to IP54 for industrial and defense equipment transport applications.
• COOL VCC2 2 kW vapour-compression-cycle portable air-conditioner for 19-inch rack climate control. Qualified to DEF STAN 00-35 Part 4 climate zones A1-A3 and B1-B3, IP65 rated, CE and UKCA marked. Launched in 2024.
• COOL Collar Detachable climate-controlled cooling collar for 19-inch racks. Ships on its side, clips on and off via quick-action latches, doubles as rack extension. Used with ERack and SatRack for defence field deployments.

Quantifiable outcome

• 40-70% weight reduction with AirShip composite cases versus equivalent injection moulded cases
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers25 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Ivy SolarcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Contracted to install 350 Trina NEG9R.28 440W solar panels across UK factory rooftops, generating approximately 125kWh of renewable energy for manufacturing operations.
• Matrix PolymercoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 August 2023Partnership with Matrix Polymer, a leading supplier of rotomoulding materials, for development of recyclable bio polymer for rotomoulded case production. Project funded by Innovate UK focusing on introducing sustainable materials to rotational moulding process.
• Queen's University BelfastcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 August 2023Research partnership with Queen's University Belfast providing material science expertise and technical validation for recyclable bio polymer development project funded by Innovate UK.
• BAE SystemsflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 April 2013Partnership through Aircraft Carrier Alliance for Queen Elizabeth Class aircraft carrier programme. CP Cases supplies over 1,200 custom rackmount enclosures with EMC shielding and Cable Entry Port systems for shipboard datacom infrastructure.
• Aircraft Carrier AllianceflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 April 2013Alliance partnership for Queen Elizabeth Class carrier programme. CP Cases is one of a small elite group of UK manufacturers contributing to this national project, representing 'crème de la crème' of UK engineering.
• Lagercrantz GroupflagshipOthersParent company of CP Cases. Operating under Lagercrantz Group Code of Conduct aligned with UN Global Compact principles, ILO core conventions, and OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises.
• NanukminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership in US market to combine Nanuk's protective cases with CP Cases' customisation capabilities, delivering tailored solutions beyond typical value-added reseller offerings.
• Kingston UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic R&D partner engaged in sustainability and manufacturing innovation projects.
• Imperial College LondonminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic R&D partner contributing to sustainability research and innovation in manufacturing processes.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• SKB Cases: US-based manufacturer of roto-moulded and injection-moulded protective cases, particularly strong in pro audio, broadcast, and military markets. Directly overlaps CP Cases' Amazon and ProCase ranges and shares the music/pro-audio heritage.
• Pelican Products: Global market leader in protective cases across defense, industrial, and consumer segments; competes head-to-head with CP Cases' Amazon Cases in rotomoulded polymer cases and ruggedised rack enclosures. Most direct competitor by product mix and customer overlap.
• Explorer Cases: Italian manufacturer of watertight, IP67-rated polymer cases for military, industrial, and broadcast use. Direct competitor to CP Cases' Amazon Cases, with similar European defense footprint.
• Gator Cases: US manufacturer of cases and bags for pro audio, musical instruments, and broadcast. Overlaps with CP Cases' ProCase, T2 Cases, and Camera Rain Covers in the pro-audio and broadcast verticals.
• B&W International: German manufacturer of rugged protective cases and 19-inch racks for military, industrial, and outdoor applications. Comparable to CP Cases' Amazon Racks and ERack product lines with similar certification focus.
• Anvil Cases: US manufacturer of custom flight cases and rackmount enclosures for military, broadcast, and industrial markets. Closely comparable to CP Cases' ProRack and ProCase flight case offerings.
• HPRC (Hard Resin Composite Cases): Italian manufacturer of composite resin cases for camera, broadcast, and military use. Directly comparable to CP Cases' AirShip composite lightweight cases and ProCases, with similar professional broadcast customer base.
• ZARGES: German manufacturer of aluminium cases, containers, and access platforms serving defense, aerospace, and medical markets. Directly comparable to CP Cases' RCZ, AluCurve, and AluWeld aluminium case ranges, with similar MIL-STD and ruggedisation focus.

Broad incumbents

• Rittal: German global leader in industrial enclosures, climate control, and IT infrastructure. Overlaps with CP Cases' ERack, SatRack, and COOL climate control products but operates at much larger scale across broader IT/industrial verticals rather than defense specialist niche.
• nVent (Schroff brand): US-listed provider of electrical and electronic protection including the Schroff brand of 19-inch rack enclosures and subracks. Comparable to CP Cases' ERack and SatRack chassis products, but serves broader IT/telecom infrastructure rather than defense field deployment.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/CPCases

Compliance18 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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