Damage & prevention Moisture damage risk Type of moisture damage Container Rain Moisture damage costs Why calcium chloride Our prevention process Peace of Moisture Mind AbsorTest Industries we protect Sustainability by prevention Products All Products Container desiccants Absorpole Absorbag AbsorGel Hanging AbsorGel Blanket AbsorGel Max & Compact AbsorGel Sheet In-box desiccants AbsorGel Pouches AbsorGel Sheet AbsorTerra Accessories Packaging Talk to an expert Insights Moisture Magazine FAQ Webinars Sustainability Sustainability for Clients Sustainability at Absortech About Our company Our organization R&D Quality and production Our people Find an Absortech contact Transparency & Accountability News Contact Language Machinery / Spare Parts / Tools Whether it’s high-precision components, spare parts or hand tools, the risk of corrosion during long-haul transport or extended storage is real — and expensive. It’s not only the product that’s at risk. Branded boxes, certification labels, and shelf presentation all play a role in product acceptance and perceived quality. In this segment, the biggest risk is corrosion. Even minor rust can trigger major losses through rework, delays, or rejected parts. Absortech helps machinery and automotive suppliers prevent moisture-related damage inside the packaging itself — where corrosion starts, and where our in-box solutions provide a stronger, better alternative to traditional methods like VCI or oiling. Common products Machined parts, industrial tools, mechanical components, spare parts kits, electronics-integrated hardware, branded OEM accessories Common damages and problems Corrosion on metal surfaces Damp or collapsed cartons Discoloration of finishes Unpleasant or musty smell Our solutions In this industry, packaging practices differ: large machinery is often shipped without packaging, while parts are typically transported in pallets or crates. As a result, concerns about branded, shelf-ready outer packaging being exposed to humidity are generally not relevant. What really matters in this industry is corrosion. Even when machines are shipped without packaging, or parts in pallets and crates, they remain vulnerable to humidity and condensation during ocean freight and storage. While labels or cartons are less of a concern here, moisture damage can still lead to costly rework, inspections, or downtime. AbsorGel® container desiccants help control the climate inside containers, reducing the risk of condensation before it starts and ensuring equipment and components arrive in proper condition. We recommend AbsorGel® Blanket or AbsorGel®Sheet, tailored via POMM™ to each route, climate, and packing setup Get the full whitepaper Want a deeper dive into how to protect machinery, spare parts, and tools from moisture damage — and keep corrosion, relabeling, and repacking off your operations list? Sign up to receive our Machinery & Tools Whitepaper straight to your inbox
