Custom Wood Shipping Crates by
Navis Pack & Ship

Custom Wooden Crates
in Tampa, FL

Custom Wooden Shipping Crates: Expertly Designed & Built for Reliable Protection

When it comes to shipping your valuable belongings, you need a partner you can trust. At Navis Pack & Ship of Tampa & South Florida, we specialize in crafting custom wooden crates that provide superior protection for your items. Whether you're an art collector with delicate paintings, a business owner with fragile equipment, or a homeowner moving across the country or overseas, our expert crating services are designed to meet your specific needs.

We don't believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Our crates are meticulously built to withstand the rigors of transportation, using high-quality materials and expert craftsmanship. We go the extra mile to ensure your items arrive at their destination safe and sound. Our team of experts will work with you to design and build a shipping crate that perfectly fits your belongings, providing maximum protection for a successful and stress-free shipping experience.

What Type of Items Benefit from Custom Wood Crates for Shipping?

Expertly built, hand-crafted wooden crates offer a level of protection during your shipment that simply can't be matched by standard cardboard boxes and over-the-counter crates. When durability, versatility, flexibility, and performance are paramount, custom wooden crates crafted by our team at Navis Pack & Ship are the clear choice. They're ideal for shipping items that require extra care, such as:

  • Fragile items: Fine art, antiques, delicate electronics, and other breakable items benefit from the added strength and support of a custom wooden crate. The solid construction and internal bracing provide a secure environment, minimizing the risk of damage during transport.
  • Oversized items: Large furniture, machinery, and other bulky items often require a custom crate to ensure a secure fit during transport. Our custom crates can be designed to perfectly accommodate the dimensions and shape of these items, preventing movement and potential damage.
  • Heavy items: Imagine shipping a prized sculpture, a powerful ATV, a motorcycle, or a vital piece of office equipment. These heavy items demand a sturdy, load-bearing crate for safe handling and shipment. At Navis Pack & Ship, custom-built wooden crates can be engineered to handle significant weight, providing the necessary support and stability for safe transport. They ensure that even the heaviest items arrive at their destination without damage or risk to those handling them.
  • Oddly shaped items: Items with unusual dimensions or intricate designs often require a custom crate to accommodate their unique shape and size. Custom crates allow for precise construction and internal bracing to secure these items and minimize the risk of damage during transit. From fragile to oversized, heavy to oddly shaped, we have the expertise to create customized crates that can safely accommodate even your most challenging shipments.
Customized wooden shipping crate for antique Coca Cola machine
Antique Coca Cola machine in ISPM-15 Certified Wood Shipping Crate

Why Choose Navis Pack & Ship for Your Crating, Packing, and Shipping Needs?

We are your trusted partner for secure and reliable shipping solutions in Tampa and throughout South Florida. Here's what sets us apart:

  • Experienced Crating Experts: Our team is highly trained and certified in the art of custom crate design and construction. We utilize industry-best practices and materials to ensure optimal protection for your valuables.
  • Tailored Wooden Crates for Shipping: We don't believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Every crate is custom designed to perfectly fit your specific item, ensuring maximum protection and stability during transport.
  • Superior Materials: We use high-quality, durable plywood, along with robust hardware and fasteners to create crates that can withstand the toughest shipping conditions.
  • Expert Crating, Packing, and Handling: We go beyond the crate itself, utilizing specialized packing materials like cushioning foams, blocking and bracing, and foam-in-place techniques to provide an extra layer of protection against shock and vibration. Our team is skilled in proper packing techniques, ensuring your items are securely positioned within the crate. We also offer on-site and off-site handling services, moving your items safely and efficiently.
  • International Shipping Compliance: Our team is well-versed in international shipping regulations, including ISPM-15 requirements for wood packaging. We ensure your crates meet all necessary standards for smooth and hassle-free international shipments.
  • On-site and Off-site Crating: We offer flexible service options, providing on-site crating at your location or handling the entire process at our secure facility.
  • Competitive Pricing: We provide transparent pricing and are committed to offering competitive rates without compromising on quality.
Custom wooden crates manufactured by Navis

Understanding the Crating Process

Crating is more than just building a wooden box. It's a precise process that involves careful planning, design, and construction to ensure the utmost protection for your goods. Here are some key aspects of our crating process:

  • Initial Assessment: We begin by meticulously assessing the item you need to ship, considering its size, weight, fragility, value, and destination. This information helps us determine the appropriate crate design and materials.
  • Custom Crate Design: Based on our assessment, we will build a custom shipping crate design that precisely accommodates the dimensions and shape of your item. We incorporate specific features like internal bracing, load-bearing members, and cushioning to ensure maximum stability and impact resistance.
  • Expert Construction: Our skilled craftsmen meticulously construct your crate using high-quality treated wood, hardware, and fasteners. We pay attention to every detail to create a durable and secure container that protects your valuable goods during transit.
  • Specialized Packing: Once the crate is built, we carefully pack your items, utilizing appropriate cushioning materials, blocking and bracing, and foam-in-place techniques to prevent movement and absorb shocks during transport.
  • Final Inspection: Before your crate is shipped, we perform a thorough inspection to ensure it meets all safety standards, shipping regulations, and our high-quality requirements.

Your Valuables, Our Expertise: Protecting What Matters Most

At Navis Pack & Ship of Tampa & South Florida, one of our promises to our clients is that we treat your belongings as if they were our own. We take great pride in guaranteeing that your items are safely stored in a crate and delivered to you in an efficient manner. Custom crating is the best way to ensure your valued goods are protected during shipment, especially when traveling long distances.

Expert Crating, Packing, and Shipping: Solutions for Every Need

We offer custom crating solutions for a wide variety of items, including:

  • Fine Art
  • Antiques
  • Furniture
  • Electronics
  • Medical Equipment
  • Machinery and Industrial Equipment
  • Sculptures and Statues
  • And more!

International Shipping with ISPM-15 Compliance

When shipping internationally, it's crucial to ensure your wood packaging complies with ISPM-15 standards. Navis Pack & Ship strictly adheres to ISPM-15 requirements for all international shipments, ensuring your crates are properly treated, stamped, and certified for smooth customs clearance. At Navis Pack & Ship we specialize in creating wood crates for overseas shipping, so you can rest assured that your goods will arrive safely and efficiently.

Navis Pack & Ship team loading crates into a truck for shipping in USA

About Navis Pack & Ship of Tampa

Navis Pack & Ship of Tampa & South Florida is an independently owned and operated business in the expanding Navis network. Navis is the premier provider of packing and shipping services for difficult-to-ship items in North America. The proprietors of this location - Andy & Wendy Ahrens - are fully certified under Navis' stringent training and operating requirements for packing, shipping, pickup and delivery of fragile, large, awkward and valuable goods. You can't beat our reputation.

Contact Us Today

For a free quote and expert consultation on your custom crating needs, contact Navis Pack & Ship of Tampa today. We are committed to providing you with the highest level of care and expertise for all your shipping requirements.

Need a quote? Call us at (813) 517-9620, and we'd be happy to listen and provide a custom solution based on your needs. Thank you for giving Navis the opportunity to earn your trust, and your business.

Sincerely,

Andy & Wendy Ahrens
Navis Pack & Ship of Tampa & South Florida
100 S Ashley Dr Ste 600 - #2418
Tampa, FL 33602

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