Sustainability, quality, and innovation go hand in hand at PLASTON. In June 2025, we reached a key milestone: the UN REC certification of our entire toolbox EU case family – marking the successful completion of a multi-year lighthouse project in partnership with Hilti.
Redesigning the tool case – for a circular future
It started in 2021 with a simple question: can we turn retired tool cases into certified new ones – without compromising on quality or safety? The answer: Yes. Today, the black parts of Hilti’s Swiss-produced tool cases are made entirely of recycled material, and over 10 % of the red parts come from old Hilti cases – collected through their fleet management system.
From testing to certification
Nine case sizes (EU_30_05 to EU_60_15), certified for max weights between 11 and 25 kg, now meet the strict UN packaging standards – including extreme drop tests and pressure resistance, even in freezing conditions. All sizes are now officially approved for the transport of dangerous goods according to UN packaging standards using recycled plastics.
Project milestones:
- 2021: First drop tests with Recycled ABS
- 12/2022: Recognition as certified manufacturer of UN packaging with REC plastic
- 03/2023: First UN REC certification for EU_40_10
- 09/2024: Live drop test in Jiaxing with certifying body
- 06/2025: Certification of the full Toolbox EU product range
More than 66 tests were conducted to reach this point – supported by advanced infrastructure, tight quality controls, and strong international teamwork.
A benchmark for circular packaging
This project proves that circular economy is not a trend – it’s a technical reality. And at PLASTON, sustainability is built into the design: from material selection and molding to real-world certification and application.
A heartfelt thank you to our partner Hilti and all teams who made this possible – together, we turned a vision into a certified product standard.