Global Export Crating Standards: An ISPM-15 Guide
Export crating Global Export Crating Standards: An ISPM-15 Guide Export crating combines wood-packaging compliance with protection for the item being shipped. ISPM 15 addresses the pest risk associated with raw-wood packaging moving internationally; it does not establish the load capacity or protective performance of a crate. From the Crates of Las Vegas project library IN […]
On-Site Crating Services in Las Vegas: What to Expect
On-site crating On-Site Crating Services in Las Vegas: What to Expect On-site crating brings the packing and crate-assembly work to the item. It can be useful when machinery, artwork or other large cargo would be difficult to move to a shop before it is protected. From the Crates of Las Vegas project library IN THIS […]
ISPM-15 Heat Treatment for Shipping Crates
Export crating ISPM-15 Heat Treatment for Shipping Crates Heat treatment is one way to meet ISPM-15 requirements for regulated wood packaging used in international shipping. It addresses the risk of pests traveling in the wood used for crates, pallets and dunnage. From the Crates of Las Vegas project library IN THIS GUIDE 01Heat treatment basics […]
Art and Fragile Item Crating: Shipping Valuables from Las Vegas
Art and fragile items Art and Fragile Item Crating: Shipping Valuables from Las Vegas Artwork, antiques and fragile equipment need packaging planned around their condition and vulnerabilities. A crate should support the item, protect sensitive surfaces and fit the handling conditions expected during the journey. From the Crates of Las Vegas project library IN THIS […]
How to Choose the Right Crate Size: A Las Vegas Business Guide
Crate sizing How to Choose the Right Crate Size: A Las Vegas Business Guide The right crate size starts with the cargo and the protective system around it. A crate must have enough room for supports, cushioning and safe loading, while remaining compatible with the carrier, handling equipment and receiving location. From the Crates of […]
Custom Wooden Crates for Heavy Machinery and Industrial Equipment
Industrial crating Custom Wooden Crates for Heavy Machinery and Industrial Equipment Heavy machinery needs a packaging plan built around its weight, balance and handling requirements. A wooden crate can provide enclosure and support, but the base, restraints and lifting arrangements must be suitable for the particular machine. From the Crates of Las Vegas project library […]
A Complete Guide to ISPM-15 Compliant Wooden Crates
Export crating A Complete Guide to ISPM-15 Compliant Wooden Crates An international shipment needs wood packaging that meets its destination’s requirements as well as a crate designed for the cargo. ISPM 15 addresses the risk of harmful pests moving in raw-wood packaging; cargo protection still depends on the base, restraints, cushioning and handling plan. From […]
ISPM-15 Wooden Crates: What Las Vegas Exporters Must Know
Export crating ISPM-15 Wooden Crates: What Las Vegas Exporters Must Know Before an international shipment leaves Las Vegas, check both the crate’s protective design and the destination’s wood-packaging requirements. Solid-wood crates, pallets and blocking may need approved treatment and marking under ISPM 15. From the Crates of Las Vegas project library IN THIS GUIDE 01Wood-packaging […]
The Complete Guide to Trade Show Shipping Logistics
Trade show logistics The Complete Guide to Trade Show Shipping Logistics Trade show shipping brings together several separate jobs: protecting the exhibit, moving it to the correct receiving point, getting it into the booth, and packing it for the trip home. A strong crate helps with protection, but the delivery plan matters just as much. […]
5 Industries That Depend on Custom Crating
Industry-specific crating 5 Industries That Depend on Custom Crating A shipment’s packaging requirements come from the item being moved: its weight, dimensions, fragile parts, surface finish, and sensitivity to the environment. Custom crating can be useful when those needs exceed what a standard shipping container can reasonably accommodate. From the Crates of Las Vegas project […]
