Milwaukee PACKOUT Rack

Milwaukee's PACKOUT Rack system is a vehicle-mounted storage solution designed to revolutionize how tradespeople organize and access their tools in work trucks and vans. This rack-mounted system integrates with Milwaukee's existing PACKOUT modular storage line, providing permanent mounting points that eliminate the need to unstack containers to reach stored items.

SYSTEM COMPONENTS

The PACKOUT Rack system consists of four main components that work together to create a customizable vehicle storage solution. The PACKOUT Rack Frame serves as the foundation component that mounts directly to vehicle walls, shop walls, or CONEX containers. The frame provides the structural support for the entire system and serves as the mounting point for individual rack units.

The PACKOUT Rack is the primary storage unit that slides into the frame system. These racks can be stacked up to three high in mid-roof and taller cargo vans, allowing maximum use of vertical space. The PACKOUT Rack Drawer consists of customizable drawers that accommodate any size PACKOUT tool box, organizer, bag, or compatible power tools. Each drawer supports up to 50 pounds during transit and can be adjusted to fit different PACKOUT configurations.

For contractors looking for a complete solution, the PACKOUT Rack Kit provides a starter package that includes two racks, one rack frame, four rack drawers, and all necessary mounting hardware for immediate installation.

VEHICLE COMPATIBILITY

The PACKOUT Rack system is engineered for compatibility with the most common work vehicles used by tradespeople. This includes Ford Transit vans in all cargo configurations, RAM ProMaster vans, Mercedes Sprinter vans, and Chevrolet and GMC step vans and walk-in vans. The system also works with box trucks, enclosed trailers, shipping containers (CONEX boxes), and shop and garage walls, making it versatile enough for various work environments.

KEY PERFORMANCE FEATURES

The system's design prioritizes ultimate access, allowing direct access to any PACKOUT container without unstacking. This eliminates the time-consuming process of removing multiple boxes to reach items stored underneath. Each drawer can safely support 50 pounds during vehicle transport, providing adequate capacity for most tool and material storage needs while maintaining secure mounting during transit.

The stackable design allows racks to be stacked up to three units high in vehicles with sufficient ceiling height, maximizing vertical storage space that typically goes unused in cargo vans. The customizable layout means drawer heights and configurations can be adjusted to accommodate different PACKOUT containers and job-specific storage requirements, allowing tradespeople to optimize their setup based on their specific trade and workflow.

PRODUCTIVITY BENEFITS

According to Milwaukee's field research, the PACKOUT Rack system delivers measurable time savings for professional tradespeople. Users report saving 3+ hours per week that was previously wasted searching for tools or reorganizing storage after transport. This efficiency gain comes from pre-organized, job-specific tool setups that remain intact during transport, elimination of unstacking and restacking containers, quick visual identification of stored items, and reduced time spent organizing tools at the start and end of each workday.

TRADE-SPECIFIC APPLICATIONS

The modular nature of the PACKOUT Rack system makes it suitable for various trades, each with different storage requirements. Electricians benefit from organized storage for wire, conduit fittings, junction boxes, and specialized electrical tools in easily accessible configurations. HVAC technicians can create separate compartments for refrigerants, fittings, ductwork materials, and diagnostic equipment with quick access during service calls.

Plumbers can establish dedicated storage for pipe fittings, repair parts, hand tools, and power tools organized by job type or frequency of use. General contractors appreciate the flexible configuration options that can be adjusted based on current project requirements and tool needs. Construction workers gain secure storage for valuable power tools, consumables, and safety equipment with protection during transport between jobsites.