Top 7 Mistakes Businesses Make When Shipping Heavy Machinery
LAS VEGAS · CRATING GUIDE Top 7 Mistakes Businesses Make When Shipping Heavy Machinery Shipping heavy machinery is one of the most expensive and risk-sensitive parts of industrial logistics. Whether you are transporting manufacturing equipment, construction machinery, generators, HVAC systems, medical machinery, or custom fabricated components, a single mistake can lead to equipment damage, project […]
Open Crate vs. Closed Crate: Which One Should You Choose?
LAS VEGAS · CRATING GUIDE Open Crate vs. Closed Crate: Which One Should You Choose? When shipping valuable equipment, artwork, machinery, medical devices, or trade show materials, choosing the right crate is just as important as choosing the right freight carrier. One of the most common questions businesses ask is whether they should use an […]
Reusable Shipping Crates in 2026: Costs, Benefits, and Return Planning
LAS VEGAS · CRATING GUIDE Reusable Shipping Crates in 2026: Costs, Benefits, and Return Planning For businesses that ship the same equipment repeatedly, reusable shipping crates can be worth evaluating in 2026. A returnable crate may suit trade show displays, loaner equipment, service work, or regular transfers between facilities. From the Crates of Las Vegas […]
Do You Need a Custom Crate for Air Freight, LTL, or Ocean Shipping?
LAS VEGAS · CRATING GUIDE Do You Need a Custom Crate for Air Freight, LTL, or Ocean Shipping? Shipping valuable equipment is not just about getting it from one location to another. The real challenge is making sure it arrives without damage, delays, or costly insurance claims. Whether you are moving industrial machinery, medical devices, […]
How Custom Foam Inserts Help Reduce Freight Shipping Damage
LAS VEGAS · CRATING GUIDE How Custom Foam Inserts Help Reduce Freight Shipping Damage Freight handling can expose valuable equipment, electronics, medical devices, industrial components, artwork, and fragile materials to damaging forces. Many shipments are packed in strong boxes or wooden crates, yet they still arrive with cracked housings, broken connectors, bent parts, or cosmetic […]
What Is ISPM-15 and Why Can Noncompliant Packaging Delay a Shipment?
LAS VEGAS · CRATING GUIDE What Is ISPM-15 and Why Can Noncompliant Packaging Delay a Shipment? International shipping involves more than getting your product safely from one country to another. When your shipment uses wooden crates, pallets, skids, or dunnage, the packaging itself can become a customs and agricultural compliance issue. This is where ISPM-15 […]
Custom Crates vs. Cardboard Boxes for Expensive Equipment
LAS VEGAS · CRATING GUIDE Custom Crates vs. Cardboard Boxes: Which Protects Expensive Equipment Better? When businesses need to ship expensive equipment, choosing the right packaging is not simply a matter of convenience. The packaging has to withstand handling, vibration, stacking, impact, moisture, and long-distance transportation while keeping the equipment stable throughout the journey. From […]
How Much Does a Custom Shipping Crate Cost in 2026?
LAS VEGAS · CRATING GUIDE How Much Does a Custom Shipping Crate Cost in 2026? One of the first questions businesses ask before shipping valuable equipment is simple: How much does a custom shipping crate cost? From the Crates of Las Vegas project library IN THIS GUIDE 01What Is the Average Cost of a Custom […]
Custom Shipping Crates Near Me: A Buyer’s Guide
LAS VEGAS · CRATING GUIDE Custom Shipping Crates Near Me: A Buyer’s Guide If you’re searching for custom shipping crates near you, start with the item and the journey. Machinery, medical equipment, artwork and oversized commercial freight can need different support, cushioning and handling arrangements, even when their outside dimensions are similar. From the Crates […]
Custom Crates: Which Type Is Best for Shipping?
LAS VEGAS · CRATING GUIDE Custom Crates: Which Type Is Best for Shipping? The best custom crate type depends on what needs protection and how the shipment will move. Size and weight matter, but so do vulnerable surfaces, handling points, exposure along the route and whether the container will make one trip or several. From […]
