What Ox Box does

Ox Box, formerly Ockerlund Industries, is a privately held U.S. industrial packaging manufacturer founded in 1945 and headquartered in Addison, Illinois. The company designs and produces heavy-duty corrugated packaging — including triple-wall and double-wall constructions, the E-Z Shipping Kit® rated to 1,300 pounds, Economical E-Z Crates, super-duty bulk packaging, and export-compliant packaging certified to ISPM 15 — serving thousands of manufacturers, distributors, and logistics operations across all 50 states from three manufacturing plants located in Addison IL, Denver CO, and Dallas TX. Its differentiated technical offering centers on eco-board®, a proprietary weatherproof corrugated substrate that incorporates recycled PET, developed in-house as a branded product line, and the JetPak II DVX baggage container built for airline cargo applications.

The business model is direct, project- and quote-based sales of engineered and stock packaging products, with no subscription or recurring-revenue component. Custom heavy-duty packaging is sold against customer specifications with engineering consultation, while standardized items such as crates and pallets are sold at unit pricing. Go-to-market is sales-led rather than e-commerce, reflecting the engineered-specification nature of the products and the need for load-rated design validation. Quality and sustainability credentials — including ISO 9001, FSC chain-of-custody, and Timber Products Inspection (2024) — are positioned as qualification requirements for export, food service, and large industrial customers.

The company is privately held, has been in continuous operation for approximately 80 years, and in 2025 announced a four-year manufacturing technology investment program described as the largest in its history, indicating a capital-led growth posture rather than acquisition or external funding. Industry exposure is diversified across automotive, food and beverage, agriculture, metal fabrication, moving and storage, air cargo, and international shipping, with named case-study customers including Bell Laboratories, an automotive OEM, a food service manufacturer, and a nut processor. There is no disclosed revenue, headcount, or unit volume, and no AI/ML capability is evidenced in the operating model.

Name

Ox Box

Legal name

Ox Box

Website

https://oxbox.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1945

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Ox Box is a privately held U.S. heavy-duty corrugated packaging manufacturer, founded 1945 and based in Addison, Illinois, operating three plants that serve thousands of industrial customers nationwide. Its products include 1,300 lb-rated E-Z Shipping Kits, proprietary eco-board® weatherproof substrate, and airline JetPak II DVX containers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Packaging

NAICS

Corrugated and Solid Fiber Box Manufacturing (322211), Wood Container and Pallet Manufacturing (321920)

SIC

Paperboard Containers & Boxes (2650)

akta.pro primary industry

Corrugated Packaging & Boxes (RSC, die-cut, bulk bins) (IMAMAHAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Crates & Cases (Wooden/Plastic/Metal, Export Cases) (IMALAFAG), Export & Compliance Packaging (ISPM-15, Heat-Treated Wood Packaging) (IMALAFAL)

Keywords

• Heavy-duty corrugated packaging
• Triple-wall shipping boxes
• Industrial export packaging
• Custom corrugated pallets
• Air cargo containers

Headquarters

HQ city

Addison

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Heavy-Duty Corrugated Packaging Products: Ox Box generates revenue through the manufacture and sale of heavy-duty corrugated packaging solutions including triple-wall boxes, double-wall boxes, bulk containers, pallets, and specialty packaging. The company sells products directly to industrial customers with pricing based on specifications, quantities, and customization requirements. Bulk order discounts are available for larger quantities.
2. Custom Packaging Solutions: Revenue from custom-designed heavy-duty packaging tailored to specific customer requirements, including custom sizes, die-cut features, branding/printing, and integrated pallets. Quotes are provided based on customer specifications.
3. Shipping and Logistics Services: Nationwide shipping services to all 50 states with flexible delivery options including standard and expedited shipping. Lead times typically range from 5 to 10 business days after order confirmation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Ox Box manufactures heavy-duty corrugated cardboard packaging products—including triple-wall and double-wall boxes, crates, pallets, custom air cargo containers, and reusable bulk containers—for industrial customers that need to ship, store, or export heavy, fragile, or regulated items. The company offers both standard stock products and fully custom-engineered packaging solutions, including export-compliant and weatherproof options, with nationwide delivery from its Addison, Illinois facility.

Product overview

Ox Box is an industrial packaging company specializing in heavy-duty corrugated packaging solutions. The product portfolio centers on triple-wall and double-wall corrugated boxes and crates, complemented by reusable packaging systems, pallets, and specialized air cargo containers. Key products include the E-Z Shipping Kit® (self-contained triple-wall units rated to 1,300 lbs), eco-board® weather-resistant crates (incorporating recycled plastic), Economical E-Z Crates, Super-duty Bulk Packaging, and JetPak II DVX collapsible baggage containers for airlines. The company also offers export-compliant packaging (ISPM 15 heat-treated pallets), Moving and Storage kits, Battery Pak hazmat containers, and a full line of reusable bulk containers. Products range from standard stock sizes to fully custom designs with die-cutting, printing, and integrated pallets. Ox Box positions itself as 'Industrial Packaging at High Speed®' with manufacturing facilities in Addison IL, Denver CO, and Dallas TX serving all 50 states.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• E-Z Shipping Kit®: Self-contained triple-wall shipping solution rated for up to 1,300 lbs, sea container-optimized, and storage-rack friendly for industrial operations.
• eco-board®

Products and services

• Heavy Duty Corrugated Packaging A category line of heavy-duty corrugated packaging products—including triple-wall, double-wall, and single-wall constructions—designed for shipping and storing heavy, bulky, or fragile industrial items. Targeted at industrial manufacturers, automotive suppliers, metal fabricators, and food processors.
• Triple-wall Corrugated Materials Extra-heavy-duty triple-wall corrugated board products available in custom sizes for the most demanding industrial shipping and storage applications. Targeted at manufacturers and exporters requiring maximum load-bearing packaging.
• Heavy-duty Double-wall Standard heavy-duty double-wall corrugated containers for industrial shipping needs that fall between single-wall and triple-wall strength requirements. Targeted at general industrial and commercial shippers.
• Economical E-Z Crates (eco-board Weatherproof Corrugated Crate Boxes) Economical, weatherproof corrugated crate boxes made from proprietary eco-board material (recycled PET-based waterproofing). Targeted at industrial shippers needing reusable, weather-resistant packaging for heavy items.
• Stock Triple-wall Pallet Boxes / Stock Triple-wall Bulk Containers Pre-engineered triple-wall bulk containers and pallet boxes available in standard sizes for heavy bulk shipping and storage. Targeted at industrial buyers needing fast, ready-made heavy-duty bulk packaging.
• Super-duty Bulk Packaging Super-duty bulk packaging solutions built for the heaviest industrial loads. Targeted at manufacturers shipping or storing extremely heavy parts and equipment.
• Combo Bins Combination bulk bins designed to hold and transport heavy industrial materials. Targeted at industrial and agricultural bulk-material handlers.
• E-Z Shipping Kit Pre-engineered shipping kit that consolidates a heavy-duty pallet and matching box into a single ready-to-use solution for heavy freight. Targeted at industrial shippers seeking a complete, fast, single-source packaging kit.
• Pallets and Skids Corrugated and wooden pallets and skids for industrial shipping and storage applications. Targeted at manufacturers and logistics operations needing pallet bases sized to their loads.
• Corrugated Pallets Pallets constructed entirely of corrugated cardboard, providing a lightweight, export-friendly, ISPM-15-compliant alternative to wood pallets. Targeted at exporters and shippers needing pallets that do not require heat treatment.
• Plastic Distribution Pallets Reusable plastic pallets for distribution and warehouse handling applications. Targeted at logistics operations and warehouses needing durable, reusable pallet bases.
• JetPak II DVX Baggage Container Custom-engineered corrugated baggage container designed for air-freight baggage handling. Targeted at airlines and air cargo operators.
• Battery Pak Specialty container for safely shipping batteries via air cargo, engineered to meet air-freight safety requirements. Targeted at air cargo shippers transporting battery products.
• CargoPak Cargo Container Custom corrugated cargo container engineered for air cargo applications. Targeted at air cargo operators and military/industrial logistics.
• Custom Air Cargo Products Custom-engineered air cargo packaging solutions designed to customer specifications for unique cargo dimensions or handling needs. Targeted at airlines, air cargo carriers, and military/industrial shippers.
• Air Cargo D-Containers Standard corrugated air cargo D-style containers sized for common air-freight loads. Targeted at airlines and air cargo logistics operations.
• Export Compliant Packaging ISPM-15 export-compliant packaging (heat-treated wood and corrugated alternatives) that meets international phytosanitary standards for shipping outside the U.S. Targeted at exporters shipping industrial goods internationally.
• Reusable Bulk Containers (RBC) / Reusable Boxes Reusable bulk container systems and reusable boxes designed for repeated shipping cycles. Targeted at manufacturers and logistics operations running closed-loop or returnable packaging programs.
• E-Z Fold Crates Easy-to-assemble corrugated folding crates for moving and storage applications. Targeted at moving companies and consumers needing portable, easy-to-set-up crates.
• Speed Pack Boxes Quick-assembly corrugated boxes for moving and shipping applications. Targeted at commercial shippers and consumers needing fast pack-up boxes.
• Lift Van Crate (Moving and Storage Kits) Heavy-duty lift van crate and related moving and storage kits for household and commercial relocations. Targeted at moving companies and relocating consumers.
• Universal Symbols Stock Plates Pre-printed corrugated stock plates carrying universal handling symbols (e.g., fragile, this side up) for shipment labeling. Targeted at industrial and commercial shippers.
• Shipping and Supplies General shipping supplies complementing the company's packaging line, including ancillary items used in industrial shipping operations. Targeted at the company's existing industrial and commercial shipping customers.
• Custom Packaging Design and Engineering Custom engineering and design service in which Ox Box develops made-to-specification packaging solutions (custom sizes, prints, ISPM-15 treatment, eco-board material) for unique customer products. Targeted at manufacturers, exporters, and air-cargo operators requiring non-standard packaging.

Quantifiable outcome

• eco-board® boxes demonstrated zero damage when shipping 400,000 lbs of rat poison across 3,000+ miles through tropical conditions and month-long port delays
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Timber Products InspectionsupportingOthers · 1 January 2024Timber Products Inspection provides annual certification services for Ox Box, confirming compliance with heat treatment standards and regulations for wood packaging materials used in pallets and export solutions. The 2024 Certificate of Membership validates ISPM 15 compliance.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• Greif Inc: Global industrial packaging manufacturer offering corrugated, rigid industrial containers (including steel/plastic bulk), and complementary IBC/container solutions — competing for the same heavy-duty shipping and storage wallet.
• Smurfit Westrock: Largest global paper and packaging company following the Smurfit Kappa/Westrock combination; produces containerboard, corrugated boxes, and a full range of industrial protective packaging directly overlapping Ox Box's core offerings at massive scale.
• Sonoco Products Company: Diversified global packaging manufacturer with corrugated, protective, and reusable packaging lines serving industrial and consumer customers; overlaps with Ox Box in heavy-duty protective solutions.
• Sealed Air Corporation: Global protective packaging specialist (Instapak, Bubble Wrap, automated systems) frequently paired with corrugated outer packaging; competes for the heavy-duty protective shipping budget of industrial shippers.
• International Paper: Largest US-based containerboard and corrugated packaging producer with national plant network and broad industrial customer base; competes across standard and heavy-duty corrugated segments.
• Packaging Corporation of America: Leading North American producer of corrugated packaging including heavy-duty and bulk container SKUs; serves many of the same industrial manufacturing and OEM customers as Ox Box across multiple plant geographies.
• Pratt Industries (USA): US-focused corrugated packaging manufacturer with strong sustainable/100% recycled positioning; competes directly with Ox Box in heavy-duty and sustainable corrugated for industrial and retail customers.

Direct peers

• Menasha Corporation: Privately held US manufacturer of corrugated packaging, plastic reusable containers, and wood pallets — direct overlap with Ox Box across heavy-duty corrugated, pallets, and reusable industrial packaging.
• Anchor Packaging: Specialty industrial/corrugated packaging maker emphasizing heavy-duty solutions and export compliance for similar industrial and logistics buyers; comparable in size and product mix to Ox Box.
• Bigelow Packaging: Custom corrugated and protective packaging manufacturer of comparable scale serving industrial customers with heavy-duty boxes, custom packaging, and JIT delivery — a close mid-market analog to Ox Box.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 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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