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Veteran-Owned • UN Hazmat Certified • US Manufacturing

Engineered Reusable Packaging & Large Load Carriers

Sapper Plastics manufactures heavy-duty thermoformed plastic containers, UN-certified lithium-ion EV battery boxes, and military-grade conductive storage systems. Delivering up to 85% return freight space reduction.

85% Return Volume Saved
1,100kg UN Battery Payload
LP 903 DOT Hazmat Class
100% Recyclable PP5
Featured System: MegaPack UN Series DOT & IATA Certified
Sapper Plastics MegaPack Container
MegaPack Twin-Sheet Folding Pallet
Folds from 1000mm to 200mm for return logistics
Enterprise Capabilities

Built for Stringent Industrial & Defense Supply Chains

Standardized and tailor-made reusable packaging engineered at our manufacturing plant in Piketon, Ohio in collaboration with Söhner Kunststofftechnik (Germany).

UN Hazmat Battery Packaging

Certified under LP 903, 904, 905 for electric vehicle lithium-ion battery modules and full vehicle battery packs up to 1,100 kg.

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85% Empty Return Volume

Foldable MegaPack sleeves collapse inside the pallet base. Eliminates 7 out of 8 return freight trucks, saving hundreds of thousands annually.

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Defense Combat Ready

Level A Pack A1RB ammunition boxes featuring INTERCEPT Technology™ molecular corrosion barrier and ESD static discharge dissipation.

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Total Dunnage System (TDMS)

Reduces offloading to 1 man-hour per shipping container, standardizes receiving, and eliminates 100% of expendable corrugated waste.

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Interactive Freight Calculator

See How Much You Save Switching from Single-Use Corrugated

Calculate your annual net cost savings, return truckloads eliminated, and landfill cardboard diverted with Sapper Plastics foldable sleeve packs.

Monthly Container Shipments 600 units / mo
Average Roundtrip Haul Distance 850 miles
Current One-Way Box Cost (Corrugated) $38.00
Return Freight Trailer Space Utilization
Corrugated Boxes:
100%
Sapper Folded:
15%
✨ 85% Reduction: Folded sleeves nest inside pallet base, allowing 7x more containers per return trailer!
Estimated Net Annual Savings
$238,400
Includes eliminated single-use spend & return freight compression
24
Return Trucks Saved / yr
23 Tons
Cardboard Waste Diverted
33 MT
CO2 Eliminated
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Engineering Precision

Anatomy of a MegaPack Large Load Carrier

Twin-sheet thermoformed pallet base and lid coupled with lightweight, heavy-duty cellular sleeve walls.

Modular Sleeve Pack Architecture

Full Payload Mode: Max Protection & Impact Dispersion Active

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Assembled In-Transit State

Fully deployed heavy-duty pallet box with locking perimeter flaps, hermetic sealed edges, and 1,100 kg dynamic payload support.

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Twin-Sheet Thermoformed Top Lid
Interlocking deep-draw recesses for secure, non-slip multi-tier stacking.
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Foldable Cellular PP Sleeve
Bubble X / Titan Board with sealed rounded edges and drop-access door.
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Custom Partition Dunnage
Twin-wall plastic dividers or conductive foam inserts tailored to part CAD.
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Reinforced 4-Way Pallet Base
Euro and US dimensions with perimeter sleeve locking channel.
Strategic Alliances

Global Engineering with American Manufacturing

Sapper Plastics partners with the industry's premier thermoforming and distribution pioneers to deliver door-to-door reliability across North America and Europe.

Söhner Kunststofftechnik

Söhner Kunststofftechnik (Germany)

For more than five decades, Söhner Kunststofftechnik has been Europe's leading specialist in thermoforming technology and returnable transit packaging. Together, our strategic technology alliance brings world-class German engineering into our Piketon, Ohio manufacturing hub.

50+ Years Thermoforming Leadership • Europe-Wide Network
FSSI Storage Solutions

FSSI Storage Solutions (North America)

FSSI is a North American storage solutions distributor providing seamless door-to-door supply chain representation. Through FSSI, manufacturers across the USA, Canada, and Mexico access Sapper Plastics container systems with expedited fulfillment.

North American Distribution • Door-to-Door Logistics
Have a custom packaging challenge?

We Want to Be Your "GO TO GUYS"

Whether you need UN-certified battery boxes, ESD protection, or custom sleeve heights, our Piketon engineering team will develop and prototype your solution.

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Product Catalog

Standardized & Tailor-Made Packaging Systems

Explore our comprehensive line of reusable plastic containers, UN-certified battery boxes, defense packaging, and sleeve systems.

Electric Vehicle Supply Chain

UN Hazardous Goods Battery Packaging Solutions

Engineered specifically to meet DOT and international safety standards for transporting lithium-ion modules and complete EV battery assemblies.

Certified Safety Compliance

MegaPack UN & XXL Battery Systems

Lithium-ion batteries used in electric and hybrid vehicles require specialized packaging due to their classification as hazardous materials under U.S. and international transport regulations. Our containers provide high-impact protection, internal battery mounts, and structural integrity tailored to individual cell formats.

  • UN Certified: LP 903, LP 904, LP 905 & provisions SV 377, SV 387, SV 636
  • High Load Capacity: Up to 1,100 kg (2,425 lbs) dynamic payload
  • Non-Corrosive Barrier: Moisture-proof with optional fiberglass containment mats
  • Broad Chemistry Support: Li-Ion (NMC, LFP, NCA), NiMH, Sodium-Ion & Solid-State
EV Battery Packaging System

Official MegaPack UN Datasheets (PDF Downloads)

Direct engineering specifications for all 7 standardized UN-certified footprint dimensions.

DOT & IATA Approved
Container Model Dimensions (L x W x H) Classification Datasheet
MegaPack UN 2800 2800 x 1800 x 827 mm Full Vehicle EV Battery Systems Download PDF (861 KB)
MegaPack UN 2250 2250 x 1140 x 635 mm Large Modular Sub-Packs Download PDF (681 KB)
MegaPack UN 1700 1700 x 1140 x 1157 mm High Capacity Battery Modules Download PDF (669 KB)
MegaPack UN 1495 1495 x 1140 x 635 mm Mid-Size Powertrain Systems Download PDF (548 KB)
MegaPack UN 1200 1200 x 1000 x 1000 mm Standard US/ISO Pallet Footprint Download PDF (625 KB)
MegaPack UN 1200 Euro 1200 x 800 x 932 mm Standard Euro Pallet Footprint Download PDF (777 KB)
MegaPack UN 1140 Compact 1140 x 595 x 635 mm Compact Battery Cells & BMS Download PDF (562 KB)
Defense & High-Reliability

A1RB Combat Ammunition Boxes & G-Guard Protection

Government procurement CAGE Code 82FL9 • GSA Contract 47QSEA21D000A. Level A Pack defense storage engineered to eradicate corrosion and ESD damage.

Military Level A Pack Standard

A1RB Tactical Returnable Box

The A1RB is made of twin sheet High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) vacuumed with stainless steel molds to create an extraordinarily rigid top and bottom tray. The interior surfaces are lined with INTERCEPT Technology™, providing continuous corrosion protection and ESD static dissipation.

Designed to extend shelf life for decades, eliminate rusting, and allow warfighters to transport ammunition directly to forward operating bases (FOBs) or fighting vehicles.

A1RB Key Features A1RB Usage
Anti-Microbial & Antiviral Additive

G-Guard Infectious Deterrent Technology

G-Guard is a proprietary silver nanoparticle additive that can be compounded into all Sapper Plastics resins. It prevents mold, mildew, and microbial biofilm build-up in damp storage depots, and is actively deterrent against the Corona family, Listeria, E. coli, Bacillus, and Salmonella.

Download Scientific Research Whitepaper (PDF: 1.4 MB)
G-Guard Box
Tier-1 Automotive & Heavy Cargo

MegaPack Pallet Boxes & Custom Cellular Sleeves

Heavy load carriers engineered for factory-to-factory return loops, high compression stacking, and damage-free component transit.

Heavy-Duty Stacking Stability

MegaPack JUMBO Box

With an extraordinarily robust cellular sleeve wall, the JUMBO BOX is the ideal packaging for heavy loads or automotive subassemblies requiring superior protection.

For return transport and warehousing, the sleeve collapses flat between the pallet and lid. Setup and fold-down take less than 20 seconds.

JUMBO Box Specification Datasheets:

Jumbo Box
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EZ UP Pallet Container

G-PAK Mini (31" x 24" x 28")

Heavy-duty plastic sleeve pallet container featuring sealed rounded edges, loading door flap, and 100% recyclable PP5 cellular board. Capacity: 100 Liters, Tare Weight: 22 lbs, Static Stacking: 300 kg.

G-Pak Mini
Financial & ESG ROI Modeling

Supply Chain Freight & Volume Calculator

Model the exact cost savings and trailer volume reduction achieved by deploying Sapper Plastics reusable containers across your shipping lanes.

Shipping Parameters

Monthly Outbound Volume 600 units / mo
Average Roundtrip Transit Distance 850 miles
Current Unit Cost for Expendable Cardboard $38.00
Return Trip Space Efficiency Comparison
Corrugated Boxes:
100%
Sapper Folded:
15%
Annual Net Savings Opportunity
$238,400
Calculated based on 5-year container reusability & 85% reduced return freight
24
Return Trucks Eliminated / yr
23 Tons
Landfill Cardboard Saved
33 MT
CO2 GHG Reduction
Our Heritage & Mission

Premier Global Reusable Plastics Packaging

Sapper Plastics specializes in the reusable plastic packaging markets. With our engineering and manufacturing headquarters in Piketon, Ohio, USA and a strategic hub in Germany, we serve clients in North & South America as well as Europe.

As a certified Veteran-Owned Small Business, we take immense pride in precision craftsmanship and superior service. By listening carefully to our clients' operational requirements, we collaborate closely to develop cutting-edge returnable systems that keep them at the forefront of their industries.

CAGE Code
82FL9
D-U-N-S
081094895
GSA Number
47QSEA21D000A
Sapper Plastics Team in Piketon, Ohio
📍 Our Dedicated Manufacturing Team in Piketon, Ohio
Strategic Alliances

Our International Engineering & Distribution Network

Sapper Plastics collaborates with industry pioneers to deliver end-to-end container manufacturing and supply chain integration.

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FSSI Storage Solutions

FSSI is a global storage solutions company agile and innovative to assist companies in the North American marketplace. FSSI provides a simple and seamless platform for every manufacturer as a door-to-door supplier and sales team, maintaining close relationships with partners to continually deliver innovative packaging solutions.

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Söhner Kunststofftechnik GmbH

For more than five decades, Söhner Kunststofftechnik has been the specialist for plastic thermoforming technology and is one of today’s Europe-wide leading suppliers of returnable packaging for internal and external transport. Their product portfolio comprises standardized and customer-specific solutions made of plastic.

Customer Support & Knowledge Base

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions regarding reusable container suitability, freight calculations, terms, and UN regulations.

Still have questions?

Our customer service and engineering desk in Piketon is ready to help.

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Join Our Team

Careers at Sapper Plastics

"Family is very important to Sapper Plastics. Our employees are the engine that runs the motor and the wind that turns the windmill."

Work With Us in Piketon, Ohio

Our families' knowledge and dedication we take seriously, and without them we would not be successful. We are continuously looking for motivated individuals in plastic converting, thermoforming machinery operation, logistics, and packaging engineering.

If you are interested in becoming a member of our family, please reach out directly or submit your resume below.

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Headquarters, Plant & Direct Support

Connect directly with our engineering and procurement team for quotes, sample requests, and technical specifications.

Manufacturing Headquarters

Facility Address
Sapper Plastics LLC
4239 U.S. 23
Piketon, OH 45661
United States of America
Executive Contact
Mr. Joshua Higgins
Managing Director & Engineering
Telephone Hotline
Business hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (EST)
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Piketon, Ohio Facility Map

4239 U.S. Route 23, Piketon, OH 45661

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