Packing & Crating

We specialize in crate design. We can design and build a custom crate to your needs. All of the materials used in our crating meet international shipping requirements. We stock heat treated lumber and are in compliance with all West Coast Lumber Board regulations. Thus making sure our crates pass through customs without incident.

Call us with your scenario, we'll make it happen.

What we provide:

Convenience
We can crate at your location or we can pickup your item and crate it at our facility.

Custom Crates

Crates for trade shows
Re-usable crates
Heavy machinery crates
Industrial crates
Ramps for items on casters
Framed art crates

Bracing
We are experts in determining where and how best to brace your item into its crate without damaging it.

Padding
We stock a wide variety of memory foam. The less dense foam can be used to as padding to go around your item or on bracing. The more dense foam can be used to create a suspension platform to provide cushioning for a softer ride while in transit.

Hardware for crates

Hinges
Cam locks
Casters
Hasp locks
Metal corners
Ramps
Permanently attached foam rails
Carpet
Corrugated lining
Reinforced corners
4-way fork-lift entry
Shock-absorbing base
Removable multi-piece foam mold
Open or closed cell foam cushioning
Anti-static barrier
Alignment plates and more...

If something you need is not listed we can get it for you.

Injection Foam Molds

The injection foam mold Process consists of spraying two heated components together. These are sprayed into the crate or box with the item inside. The components then mix and create a foam that expands around the delicate item. This creates a sold foam mold that is re-usable. This is one of the safest ways to pack and ship delicate items. This is usually used for sculptures (ceramic, porcelain, etc..), or electronic equipment, or highly delicate items.

Vacuum Sealing
We can Vacuum seal your moisture sensitive item. This process involves making a custom barrier bag to the size of your particular item. Then we determine the cubic size of the bag and include the proper amount of desiccant. Desiccant is used to absorb any moisture and keep the item dry during long periods of transit. Then the air is removed from the bag and the bag is sealed. This will insure the item is safe from the elements while in transit. Vacuum sealing usually applies to electronic or mechanical items.

Picture Frame Crates
We ship art frequently. For framed artwork requiring more protection than corrugated can offer, a picture-frame-crate is an alternative that affords a higher level of protection and keeps costs reasonable.

Precious Artwork Crating
We're accustomed to packing and crating a wide array of different types of art. Whatever precious artwork item you have, we can crate it for safe shipping.

Vehicle Crating
We crate and ship vehicles, high end motorcycles, jetskis, and cars on a regular basis. We'll create a custom skid crate for your priceless vehicles to ensure they make it to their destination without a scratch.

Wood Crate (one-way)
If your item is too valuable or too heavy for corrugated, then a wood crate is the conventional packaging method. Our crates vary from simple to those meeting complex design and construction standards. Ask us and we will make a recommendation based on your needs. If you already have a design, then we will build it for you.

Re-usable Wood Crates
For tradeshows, on-site production equipment, and other purposes, you may need to use your crate multiple times. With this in mind, we can attach the walls and lid so that the crate may be opened and closed repeatedly without being damaged.

Collapsible Wood Crates
When you want to ship an item to a remote location and have the empty crate returned to you for re-use, then a collapsible crate will reduce the cost of return shipping because it occupies less space.
Trade Show Crates
For when you need to set up shop quickly. We can build custom trade show crates that are easy to break down and pack up.

Heavy Duty Wood Crates
Some items, such as exotic cars, industrial equipment, high-priority/high-value operations equipment, or items shipping to less-developed nations, require special attention to a crate's construction and durability. Our heavy-duty crates have been used around the world.

Wood Skid with Stretch Wrap
Not all items require extra protection for shipping. For example, tires, parking meters, wrought iron, certain fabrics, some industrial equipment, and other items may be secured to a fork-lift-friendly skid and stretch-wrapped for protection from the environment. This method may also reduce the cost of shipping due to less weight in the packing materials.

Call us at 714.263.0833 for a quick quote!