Tool Boxes / Storage Boxes
Building a Modular Tool Box and Storage Box Stack
Tool boxes and storage boxes work best as a system. A typical stack starts with a cart or rolling base, adds a large box for power tools, then drawer boxes and organizers for small parts. Milwaukee PACKOUT is the biggest line here, with the dolly cart, crate, compact, large, and XL boxes, 2- and 3-drawer boxes, and organizers in standard, compact, deep, and low-profile sizes. Festool supplies the Sys-Cart, Sys-Roll, and Systainer3 cart plus a SYS-AZ drawer set. DeWALT adds TSTAK pieces such as the clipboard.
What to Look For
- Base first. Choose a cart or dolly that matches the system so the stack rolls as one.
- Small-parts storage. Low-profile organizers hold screws and bits. Deep organizers fit taller items.
- Drawer inserts. Dividers keep drawer contents from shifting when the stack moves.
- One system. Mixing brands means separate stacks, so commit to one platform early.
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Tool Boxes / Storage Boxes FAQ
What should I buy first for a PACKOUT setup?
Start with a rolling box or dolly as the base, a large tool box for power tools, and one organizer for fasteners. Add drawer boxes once you know which small tools you reach for most.
Do Systainer carts work with Systainer3?
Festool sells the Systainer3 cart for Systainer3 cases and the Sys-Cart and Sys-Roll for classic Systainers. Check the product page to confirm the cart fits the generation of Systainers you own.