Brandon_K
Member
Hey all.
I've been doing automation work (primarily engineering and program writing) for themed attractions for a number of years now, the last 4 of which I've been traveling mostly ever other week.
I've taken a new position with a company where I'll be in a similar situation, except I'll be flying 95% of the time.
I'm pretty invested in the Milwaukee Packout system and it's been great for my uses, but it's not great (read: it's not an option) for flying. I did take my Packout Tech bag on the last trip with the necessities, but it's an awfully heavy bag to be shoulder-carrying for any distance.
So far I've looked in to the "standard" options, like the Pelican Air 1510, but it's really lousy for any type of tool storage and organization. I guess I can separate everything out in to canvas Klein bags, but that isn't very appealing to me. I really wish they had a insert that acted as a "tool wall" with pockets for crimpers, dykes, strippers, screwdrivers, etc, while leaving enough room for bulk items like my Fluke 289, 1/2" drill, impact driver and some batteries.
I've also looked at the Xcelite TCMB100MTW. I've not seen it in person, but from the photos it certainly doesn't look like it's built to the same quality as a Pelican case. The interior / tool pockets, while well they look like they're well laid out, they look super cheaply made. Additionally, I don't think it's a carry-on size which, while not a requirement, is something that I would like to keep as an option. It's also double the price of a Pelican Air 1510.
In an ideal world;
*Must be wheeled
*Must be TSA-proof (IE, bomb proof)
*Tool wall / tool pallet would be highly preferred.
*Bulk space for drill index, batteries, at least a impact driver (Milwaukee Fuel gen3), but also likely a 1/2" drill as well (both cordless).
*Light. I'd like to stay under the 50lb limit. Yes, the company will pay for luggage overages, but they've treated me like a king on all of my contract jobs I've done with them. I would like to return the favor. The VP loves little **** like that.
I'm interested to see what all of you guys have for thoughts.
I've been doing automation work (primarily engineering and program writing) for themed attractions for a number of years now, the last 4 of which I've been traveling mostly ever other week.
I've taken a new position with a company where I'll be in a similar situation, except I'll be flying 95% of the time.
I'm pretty invested in the Milwaukee Packout system and it's been great for my uses, but it's not great (read: it's not an option) for flying. I did take my Packout Tech bag on the last trip with the necessities, but it's an awfully heavy bag to be shoulder-carrying for any distance.
So far I've looked in to the "standard" options, like the Pelican Air 1510, but it's really lousy for any type of tool storage and organization. I guess I can separate everything out in to canvas Klein bags, but that isn't very appealing to me. I really wish they had a insert that acted as a "tool wall" with pockets for crimpers, dykes, strippers, screwdrivers, etc, while leaving enough room for bulk items like my Fluke 289, 1/2" drill, impact driver and some batteries.
I've also looked at the Xcelite TCMB100MTW. I've not seen it in person, but from the photos it certainly doesn't look like it's built to the same quality as a Pelican case. The interior / tool pockets, while well they look like they're well laid out, they look super cheaply made. Additionally, I don't think it's a carry-on size which, while not a requirement, is something that I would like to keep as an option. It's also double the price of a Pelican Air 1510.
In an ideal world;
*Must be wheeled
*Must be TSA-proof (IE, bomb proof)
*Tool wall / tool pallet would be highly preferred.
*Bulk space for drill index, batteries, at least a impact driver (Milwaukee Fuel gen3), but also likely a 1/2" drill as well (both cordless).
*Light. I'd like to stay under the 50lb limit. Yes, the company will pay for luggage overages, but they've treated me like a king on all of my contract jobs I've done with them. I would like to return the favor. The VP loves little **** like that.
I'm interested to see what all of you guys have for thoughts.