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Post by jasonkehl on Nov 11, 2014 19:50:30 GMT -5
I tried the cubby method of storage in my tool trailer but I didn't like it. I could fit a lot of tools in a small area but was forever running back to the trailer to get something I didn't think I would need.
I've switched to systainers for almost everything. I have not tried the Sortimo system so I can't compare the two. I have a large collection of Festool so systainers were the logical choice. For me an important part of using the system efficiently is to maximize what's in each systainer and the tasks most commonly associated with them.
I have a sys4 with 2 roofing nailers, hammer tacker, staples, tin snips, hook knife and a few other things all used on every roofing job, bring one box up on the roof and get to work.
I keep a wormdrive saw with a few blades and a wrench in a sys5, the guys have been trained to bring the systainer and not just the saw to where they are working. When a task benefits from a blade change the change happens because everything they need is right there, no excuse to use the wrong blade.
I amalgamated two drills into one sys1 with a sys1 sortainer permanently attached below it for the most common drill bits and drivers. A 2nd sys1 has the most common screws so in one hand I have what I need, saving trips to the trailer. The list goes on...
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Post by wrightwoodwork on Dec 26, 2014 9:10:12 GMT -5
Well for Christmas I got a couple of the sortimo T boxes. First impression really pleased with them and seem solidly built. Will definitely get a couple of others during the year. I had being getting really annoyed with the card board boxes the fixings and screws come in then getting wet then falling apart when getting picked up. I got the T Boxx dark green G3, which I'm using for the nails. I think I might get one of the metal tool cases and dividers for the nails as slightly deeper and the one box I guess could carry a box of 90 and 63mm nail plus twist nails which is what I mostly use. The other T Boxx I got was the E3 various with a selection of different boxes which I'm using for various fixings I think I will change 6 of the red boxes for 1 of the D3 boxes. I think I will properly get the T Boxx green d3 and the T Boxx blue C3 I am happy with the the boxes I have for now and they seem a good starting point to getting organised with the nails, fixings and screws. I do have an old metal screw box which you have to watch that the lid flips open when carrying. Where on the T Boxx the catches firmly lock shut then when the lid is closed it also has little tabs that lock over the boxes and keep them firmly in place
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Post by wrightwoodwork on May 16, 2015 11:24:12 GMT -5
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Post by hemdale on Dec 5, 2015 3:15:10 GMT -5
To be honest, the only reason I stick to Tanos Systainers is because of my Festool equipment.
However, for screws and other small part, I've found the Sortimo type "72-i3" quite nice because of the clear cover lid. Systainers arent made with clear lids unfortunately.
I would say that Systainers are great for storing powertools. They can be opened with one other systainer on top of the one you want to open. Can be opened one handed too.
However, L boxx are somewhat a bit sturdier (maybe ?) , got some attachment holes too.
In a nutshell I would say that both would be needed. I could easily see myself with a cart of Systainers and an other one of Lboxx.
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Post by jimbouk on Dec 6, 2015 3:21:14 GMT -5
I think it really depends on the type of work one does. Personally I am totally site based now doing refurbishment so I am switching all my storage to dewalt tough boxes as it's the best fit for my needs. When shop based I think systainers were good. Also selling all my systainers will cover the cost of the new stuff.
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Post by GhostFist on Dec 7, 2015 5:17:22 GMT -5
The tough boxes seem pretty good. A popular solution here. I like the waterproof gaskets on them and the cart system seems to work well though i don't know how sturdy it is
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Post by Red on Dec 8, 2015 8:38:18 GMT -5
I think it really depends on the type of work one does. Personally I am totally site based now doing refurbishment so I am switching all my storage to dewalt tough boxes as it's the best fit for my needs. When shop based I think systainers were good. Also selling all my systainers will cover the cost of the new stuff. I guess it shows what I know, Jimbo in the UK, but I wasn't aware of the DeWalt "systainer" system.
It would seem that you've got some real world experience with the DeWalt stuff, so how about sharing some insights into why you switched over?
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Post by jimbouk on Dec 8, 2015 14:18:08 GMT -5
I think it really depends on the type of work one does. Personally I am totally site based now doing refurbishment so I am switching all my storage to dewalt tough boxes as it's the best fit for my needs. When shop based I think systainers were good. Also selling all my systainers will cover the cost of the new stuff. I guess it shows what I know, Jimbo in the UK, but I wasn't aware of the DeWalt "systainer" system.
It would seem that you've got some real world experience with the DeWalt stuff, so how about sharing some insights into why you switched over?Hi Red. It's called tough system. They also do one that's more like systainers called t stack. Here's the beauty of the tough system for contractors like myself.... The boxes slide on arms so you can remove one without disturbing a whole stack in your wagon
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Post by jimbouk on Dec 8, 2015 14:26:39 GMT -5
Not my truck by the way. I only just started on mine
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Post by GhostFist on Dec 8, 2015 19:35:46 GMT -5
Ya I like the way the tough boxes can be removed without having to take apart the whole stack. It's the weakness in systainers and sortimo.
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Post by Red on Dec 9, 2015 6:40:41 GMT -5
As someone who relies on storage trailers for work, Jimbo, that looks like one sweet storage system...and, as Ghostfist pointed out, being able to get to a storage box without dissecting the stack is a pretty strong advantage over the status quo.
Thanks for the photos, Jimbo in the UK
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Post by GhostFist on Dec 9, 2015 10:14:41 GMT -5
They're also cheaper as I understand
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