SKB

SKB Cases

Founded in 1977 by Dave Sanderson and Steve Kottman, the SKB Corporation began in a garage in Anaheim, California. Over the decades, SKB has grown into a global leader in the design and production of molded polymer transport cases. SKB specializes in vacuum, rotational, and injection molding processes that produce highly durable, protective cases engineered to provide the best protection for equipment across the Music and Pro-audio industries, as well as sports, military, medical, and industrial applications.

Key Milestones:

• 1970s - 1980s: SKB started the late 70's humbly. An early fire slowed initial growth, but Dave and Steve quickly reopened in a new facility in Orange, California. In 1979, SKB's founders successfully partnered with legendary guitar manufacturer Fender to produce a limited run of 2,500 cases for an anniversary edition of the Stratocaster. The case stole the show, and by the mid-80s, SKB was producing hundreds of guitar cases weekly and quickly expanding its workforce.


• 1990s: SKB diversified into sports gear and secured military and medical equipment contracts, fueling major growth that they invested in building large-scale production facilities, including a game-changing rotational molding plant.


• 2000s - 2010s: Advances in molding technology allowed SKB to expand its product range significantly, especially the iSeries line. Strategic partnerships, such as Think Tank Photo, and enhanced customization options continued to drive growth.


• 2020s: During the COVID-19 pandemic, SKB was recognized as an essential manufacturer, supporting FEMA, the National Guard, and first responders with specialized cases. Today SKB offers over 65 standard injection-molded case sizes - more than any other manufacturer.

Rack Cases
SKB molded Rack Cases offer strong, durable, and portable solutions for protecting sensitive equipment. Popular among musicians, DJs, and audio/visual professionals, they feature gasketed full front and rear covers and Mil-Spec twist or TSA-approved latches. SKB Cases can be securely stacked on top of each other courtesy of built-in molded interlocking bars.

Equipment Cases
SKB Hard Shell & Waterproof Cases offer a reliable and robust solution for protecting a wide range of musical instruments, audio mixers, A/V gear, drones, medical equipment, and more. Ultra-high-strength polypropylene copolymer resin "submergible" SKB Cases meet or exceed military standards. Waterproof, dustproof cases that feature leakproof pressure equalization valves and are corrosion-, solvent-, and fungus-resistant.

iSeries Camera Cases
SKB iSeries Camera Cases offer a robust, versatile solution for photographers and videographers. SKB partnered with Think Tank Photo to create cases with enhanced functionality. SKB/Think Tank Cases combine the strength of a hard case with the organizational efficiency of a soft case. Think Tank cases include an adjustable deluxe Nylex-wrapped, closed-cell, fitted foam liner, specialized adjustable dividers, cool lid organizers, snap-down rubber over-molded cushion grips, and retractable pull handles and wheels.

SKB Today
SKB has built its reputation for quality and innovation over more than 40 years. Today, SKB stands as a symbol of long-term innovation, quality, and resilience in protective case manufacturing. Markertek is ready, willing and able to guide you to the perfect case to protect your gear!