Dordan has 63 years of experience as a designer and manufacturer of custom automotive dunnage trays that protect products throughout the supply chain and offer shipping and assembly solutions.
Above: Automotive dunnage tray safely moves products throughout the supply chain
We combine end-to-end dunnage tray packaging solutions with ISO-certified quality management systems to support global automotive OEMs and their supply chain partners with high-performance tray solutions designed for protection, automation compatibility, and cost-effective logistics.
Thermoformed dunnage trays are engineered packaging solutions designed to safely transport and organize automotive components throughout the supply chain.
Automotive dunnage tray features include:
Part Protection in Transit and Assembly: Trays isolate components during movement and storage, preventing scuffs, breakage, and contamination.
Process Optimization: Designed for compatibility with automation and robotic handling systems, automotive dunnage trays increase throughput and reduce manual handling errors.
Reusable, Returnable, and Cost-Efficient: Durable materials allow for repeated use in closed-loop systems, helping OEMs reduce packaging waste and meet sustainability goals.
Space-Efficient Design: Stackable and nestable features improve logistics efficiency and optimize warehouse and trailer space.
Material Versatility: From standard HIPS to static-dissipative and high-impact polymers, material selection is tailored to the part type, environmental exposure, and handling method.
Above: Custom dunnage tray for automated part handling operations
Dordan specialized in automotive dunnage trays, which include:
WIP trays for internal handling and part staging
Assembly trays with locating features for robotic or manual systems
Shipping trays engineered for secure transport in cartons, totes, and racks
ESD-safe trays made with anti-static, electro-static dissipative, and conductive materials
Dordan is a full service automotive tray packaging supplier. We offer in house design, tooling, thermoforming, and cleanroom manufacturing. This integration allows for the development of high quality packaging designed to meet the customer's requirements.
Above: Some of Dordan's thermoforming machines manufacturing automotive trays and packaging
Siemens NX CAD: We use NX CAD to design thermoform automotive dunnage trays and packaging. We take a risk-based approach to engineering and integrate design for manufacturing principles. Our design approach considers automation compatibility, material handling, part orientation, and protection.
In-House Tooling: Dordan machines its prototype and production tooling out of solid blocks of aluminum. The same team of packaging engineers who developed the design also program the CNC tool paths, minimizing translation errors and allowing for project alignment. Once the prototype tooling is approved, the geometry is repeated across the face of the production tooling via step and repeat such that there are no inconsistencies between cavities.
Thermoforming: Dordan manufactures disposable, reusable, and returnable automotive dunnage trays. Each tray is built for structural integrity, stackability, and performance in single-use or closed-loop systems. We use a diverse range of materials for manufacturing high quality automotive dunnage trays, and can form trays up to 30" x 36" x 6".
Quality Control: ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 13485:2016 certified with a commitment to the on time delivery of defect free products. We assist with sample submissions, dimensional reports, and quality documentation—including PPAPs, capability studies, and traceability.
Cleanroom Thermoforming: Our fully enclosed and complete hardwall construction cleanroom is a controlled environment where the level of particulate and bioburden agents are minimized. Dordan's cleanroom is ideal for automotive products and components that are sensitive to environmental particulate.
Above: CNC machine cuts tooling for automotive trays and packaging in house
We manufacture automotive clamshells, bifolds, and blisters for retail display and eCommerce fulfillment:
Tamper-resistant and damage-resistant for in-store security
Easy to load and ship — no sealing equipment needed
ESD-safe options available for electronic accessories
Available in 100% recycled and recyclable materials
Ideal for automotive accessories, aftermarket parts, and tools
Above: Automotive thermoformed dust cover
63-Years of Automotive Thermoforming Experience
ISO-Certified Quality Systems
Custom Engineered Solutions
4th Generation Family-Owned, Made in the USA
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