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5 Star
manufacture cases for many applications and industries. The
types of cases include: Mossman Trunks, Lite-Flite Cases,
Industrial Cases, Tour Grade Cases, Super Tour Grade Cases,
Custom Transit Cases and the XT Range of cases.
The applications and industries served by 5 Star include:
Medical, Optical, Computers, Tools, Music, Entertainment,
Test Equipment, 19" Rack Systems and Sample Cases.
However, its core business is the entertainment sector which
amongst others includes Audio Visual, Sound and Lighting,
Theatre, Exhibition and Events. 5 Star Cases has the ability
to tackle almost any project, large or small, complex or
simple. We pride ourselves on prompt and efficient service,
with extremely quick delivery times. Our Sales Team can
react to urgent requirements and can work closely with the
client to discuss specific needs. Our Production facilities
are also well equipped to cope with tight deadlines.
In 2001, 5 Star Cases Limited further strengthened its
position by acquiring Mossman Trunks, Custom Case Foams and
Custom Transit Cases from Custom Cases Limited. This added
further brands and products to 5 Star’s already extensive
range of cases and foam inserts.
MOSSMAN
TRUNKS
5 Star Cases acquired Mossman in
early 2001 and now forms part of its product portfolio.
The method of manufacture has by
and large, remained unchanged for much of this period.
They are manufactured from
quality plywood to which has been bonded a covering of
either PVC or Aluminium.
The plywood panels are assembled with PVC edging and
extrusions using special bifurcated rivets producing a
permanent and durable fixing. External hardware such as
protective corners, handles and hinges are riveted. The
majority of these fittings are finished in brass effect
plating.
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Star Cases
LITE FLITE
CASES
Lite-Flite
represents the perfect balance between weight and rigidity
without compromising security. Ideal for Medical,
Electronics, Optical, Computers, Tools, Test Equipment and
Sample Case applications.
Lite-Flite cases find uses in many applications and
industries. They are particularly suited to presentation and
display cases. Every Lite-Flite case is individually
designed and manufactured in our well equipped factory in
Wisbech.
Small to medium sized equipment is recommended although high
quality plywood carcasses ensure strength and durability.
As with all 5 Star products, high quality materials and
fittings are used throughout construction. A variety of
external finishes are available which are bonded to high
grade ply carcasses. These coverings include extruded,
coloured vinyl, stucco aluminium and thermoplastic
laminates, again in a variety of colours.
Extensive use of bright nickel and chromium plated fittings
are used for durability. Aluminium angle and hybrid location
ensures an almost waterproof construction. The vinyl and
laminate finished cases can have screen printed logos
applied directly to the case for added security and visual
appearance.
Internally, cases can be lined with suedette, vinyl, spray
painted or, of course, foamed. This foam can be a simple
lining, or a complex die cut insert.
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INDUSTRIAL
CASES
The
Industrial range of cases from 5 Star are the ideal solution
for professional users, regularly moving and storing small
to medium sized items or intermittently moving larger ones.
The Industrial range finds uses in many applications
including Medical, Telecommunications, Military, Offshore,
Exhibition and Audio Visual.
Custom built case interiors fit your product like a glove,
providing total protection and security in transit
High quality core construction from only the finest
materials, including birch plywood, faced with thermoplastic
high grade laminates or your choice of a wide range of
alternative coverings makes the 5 Star Industrial case the
perfect choice.
There are three variants of Industrial Range. This has been
done to bridge the gap between Lite-Flite and the heavier
Tour Grade specifications. These cover 19" Rack Systems,
Equipment Cases, Trunks, Specialist Designs, Small - Medium
Mixing Desk Cases and PC Workstation Cases applications.
Light Industrial offers a durable approach while not
compromising on weight, as the carcass is from 6mm plywood.
30mm aluminium extrusion is groove riveted to leading edges
while medium knuckle corners are fitted. On certain
dimensions of lid, combined corners and braces are utilised.
Heavy Industrial comprises a 9mm ply carcass while external
protection is provided by large ball corners. Large
butterfly catches are used (where applicable) however, the
extrusions are the same throughout the Industrial range.
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TOUR GRADE
CASES
Tour Grade
from 5 Star is a professional range of cases of the highest
quality and strength, built to withstand the rigors of
constant travel.
Tour Grade specified cases find uses in many applications
and industries but a particularly suited to the
Entertainment Sectors for instance. Rock & Roll, Conference
and Event Production are all areas that prove popular for
this specification.
To date, 5 Star have produced Tour Grade products for a wide
variety of uses including stage manager's Script Reader's
Rack, Wardrobe Trunks for touring theatres, complete
Exhibition Display Systems as well as the usual lighting
effects trunks.
The choice of professional hire companies who demand the
reliability of the Tour Grade for total peace of mind.
Tour Grade Cases include: Chain Hoist Trunks, Cable Trunks,
Specialist Designs, Moving Head Lighting Cases, Medium -
Large Mixing Desk Cases and Lighting and Rigging Trunks.
All this adds up to The Complete 5 Star Touring
Package...World Class
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SUPER TOUR
GRADE CASES
Touring
companies now have the option to specify Super Tour as their
number one choice for case specification.
Based on the popular and existing Tour Grade range, Super
Tour utilises the same carcass construction of 12mm birch
ply.
However, additional strength is afforded by means of an
increased aluminium angle of 35mm x 1.75mm section. This
extrusion is groove-riveted for added durability.
Super Tour is particularly suited to the entertainment
industries including Lighting & Sound, A.V., Exhibition
Transportation and Events. However, this range can find many
diverse applications.
The Super Tour Grade Range include: Chain Hoist Trunks,
Specialist Designs, Moving Head Lighting Cases, Medium -
Large Mixing Desk Cases and of course The Eurotrucker Road
Trunk.
One of 5 Star’s best selling case is the ‘Eurotrucker’ road
trunk. Over 3000 of these popular general purpose road
trunks have been produced. Options include various removable
tray and divider formats, as well as recessed stacking and
PAL label dishes. Quarter Pack design for sensible vehicle
loading and its durability makes the ‘Eurotrucker’ road
trunk a wise choice for touring companies. Our recent
investment into Solid Edge 3D visualisation software enables
us to produce ‘production ready’, fully rendered images of
cases.
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CUSTOM
TRANSIT CASES
Custom
Transit is the ideal choice when requiring a cost effective
means of protection, while maintaining a high level of
durability.
The cases are constructed from 6mm ply and benefit from
heavy duty zinc and nickel plated fittings. Although a
standard range is available from a wide variety of sizes, 5
Star offer a custom build service to meet specific
requirements.
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XT RANGE
CASES
The XT Range
offers a visually stunning and professional transit case
which finds many uses.
Particularly suited to smaller and lighter equipment such as
tooling, measurement, microphones and laptops etc. The main
panels are from 7mm honeycombed polypropylene, being
approximately 40 per cent lighter than plywood.
The main construction is anodised aluminium profiles, to
which are fixed polyamide glass filled corner nodes.
All panels are secured to these profiles using a special
polyurethane adhesive.
Additional fixing of nodes using grooved rivets gives extra
durability. However, these rivets are internal and therefore
enhance the external appearance of the case. Interiors can
be foam lined or CNC machined foam inserts to suit specific
equipment.
Available in blue, black, grey and red.
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Star Cases
FOAM
INSERTS FOR CASES
5 Star have
been involved in foam fabrication for over a quarter of a
century and in this time have gained much experience in this
field. At the Broadend Road site, the company has a vast
array of foam fabrication facilities at its disposal. Not
only this, but many of the staff employed in the department
have been with 5 Star for many years.
We keep a
vast stock of raw materials which ensures prompt deliveries.
These
materials include:
Our stocks of
foam sheet, block and facing materials are usually
sufficient to meet most requirements.
But our suppliers also keep many other foam types including
coloured polyethylene, neoprene, natural rubber and expanded
EPDM. These can be ordered specially to individual
requirements.
We have at our disposal, a wide range of foam fabrication
equipment. Continued investment means that this department
is able to cope with most foam fabrication requirements.
The materials mentioned above can be used in combination
with others. For instance, polyurethane (HLB) is often
bonded to polyethylene to give additional protection. While
different grades of polyethylene are bonded to each other,
again where varying protection is required. Technical Data
sheets are available for all our foam and associated media
which are available upon request.
Foam inserts can be fabricated in many ways. One of which is
CNC routed, using one of the two Thermwood C-40 machining
centres. These types of inserts are best suited to single
and low production runs.
Customers can supply the overall layout of the insert as a
dxf file, ready for us to toolpath to the desired depths or
send us the actual items and we'll do the rest. We can also
scan an image of the item as long as it's accurately drawn.
Traditional die cut foam inserts are still popular however.
A press tool is a series of custom shaped blades held in a
plywood board.
They are manufactured by laser cutting and bending machines.
Once made, these press tools are numbered and stored at our
premises. They are more cost effective on multiple and
repeat orders.
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5 Star Cases
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