Customized lead containers

As each customized lead container is designed based on your specific application, dimensions and shielding requirements may vary. Below are example specifications to illustrate the possibilities:

• Shielding material: lead (Pb), optionally combined with stainless steel housing
• Shielding thickness: typically between 5 mm and 50+ mm (depending on activity level)
• Outer material: stainless steel (e.g. AISI 304 / 316) or coated finish
• Inner diameter: fully customizable based on vial or capsule dimensions
• Outer diameter: determined by required shielding level and handling requirements
• Weight: application-dependent (optimized balance between shielding and usability)
• Closure type: screw lid, plug-in lid or custom closure mechanisms
• Surface finish: standard RAL 9016 (white) or custom RAL colors on request
• Compatibility: suitable for integration in existing shielding systems or transport setups
• Compliance: can be designed for use in regulated environments, including Type A transport configurations 

Customized lead containers for safe storage and transport of radioactive materials

Von Gahlen designs customized lead containers for the safe storage and transport of radioactive materials in vials and capsules. We engineer each container to match your exact application, required shielding level, and operational or logistical constraints.

As a specialist in radiation shielding solutions, we combine in-house production with technical expertise. This enables us to deliver reliable, compliant, and application-specific containers that integrate seamlessly into your workflow.

Tailored dimensions and material options

We manufacture lead containers with fully customizable inner and outer dimensions. This ensures optimal shielding performance while maintaining usability in your daily operations.

In practice, you can use our containers for:

• secure transport of radiopharmaceutical vials between production and hospital locations
• safe handling of high-activity isotopes within hot labs or radiopharmacies
• controlled storage of isotopes in research or laboratory environments
• efficient integration into existing shielding setups or transport systems

In addition to standard configurations, we develop custom lead containers and shielding solutions for specific technical challenges or unique workflows.

Different shielding grades for optimal protection

We offer our containers in multiple shielding grades. You can select the exact level of radiation protection based on your material, activity level, and use case.

Whether you need a solution for storage, internal handling or transport, we help you find the right balance between safety, weight and usability.

Designed for safe and compliant transport

We design our containers for use in regulated environments and support the safe transport of radioactive materials. Depending on your requirements, we provide solutions suitable for use as Type A transport containers, in accordance with applicable regulations.

This way, you stay compliant without compromising ease of handling or operational efficiency.

Finish and customization options

We finish the exterior in pure white (RAL 9016) as standard. For larger volumes, we also offer custom RAL colors to match your corporate identity or operational environment.

On request, we add additional customization options based on your application and handling requirements.

Why choose Von Gahlen

• We design and produce in-house
• We deliver fully customized lead and shielding containers
• We build on proven experience in nuclear medicine and radiopharmacy
• We optimize for safety, usability and compliance
• We tailor every solution to your workflow

Looking for a custom lead container?

Do you need a custom lead container tailored to your application, safety requirements and logistics?
Our specialists advise you and develop a solution that fits your process.