Business Details
10 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Packing, Crating & Heavy Equipment Moving Solutions
Established in 2016, Alan's Crating has built a reputation as a trusted provider of commercial and residential packing, crating, and heavy equipment moving services. Our Irish-owned and operated business combines master carpentry techniques with international shipping standards to deliver durable, customized solutions for valuable items. We specialize in constructing heat-treated wood crates that meet ISPM-15 specifications, ensuring compliance for global shipments to over 30 countries. Our team provides expert crating for antiques, electronics, medical equipment, and industrial machinery, incorporating reinforcement options like corner bracing, pallet bases, and locking closures. With a focus on craftsmanship and client satisfaction, we offer both single-use and reusable crate designs tailored to specific transportation and storage needs.Our services extend to on-site crating at estate auctions, trade show exhibits, and full workshop-based projects. We maintain strict quality control through professional construction methods, including glued seams and joints for enhanced durability. As a licensed and insured company, we prioritize secure handling of items ranging from delicate artwork to heavy industrial equipment. Our Atlanta-based operations serve both domestic and international clients, providing comprehensive relocation support before, during, and after moves. Through consistent application of industry best practices and personalized service, we have established ourselves as specialists in complex crating and transportation solutions.
Services
Packing Services
Crating Solutions
Heavy Equipment Moving
International Shipping
Residential Crating
Commercial Crating
Wood Crate Construction
Trade Show Crating
Antique Protection
Medical Equipment Crating
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We use ISPM-15 compliant heat-treated wood for international shipments
- Our crates feature reinforced construction with corner bracing and pallet bases
- Specialized crating for electronics, antiques, and industrial machinery
- Experienced team serving commercial and residential clients since 2016
- Custom solutions for single-use and reusable shipping crate requirements
Associations and certifications
- ISPM-15
- IPPC HT Stamp
Services
International Shipping Crates
Custom wood crates built to ISPM-15 standards with heat-treated materials for international shipments. Features include corner bracing, pallet bases, and protective linings for electronics and antiques. Designed for compliance with destination country requirements across 30+ nations.
Heavy Equipment Crating
Specialized crates for machinery transportation with reinforced construction. Includes disassembly/reassembly support, pallet-based designs for forklift access, and secure mounting systems for industrial equipment during transit.
Residential Crating Services
Custom solutions for household items including grandfather clocks, artwork, and electronics. Offers padded interiors, hinged doors, and reusable designs for antiques and valuable possessions during residential moves.
Custom Wood Crate Construction
Made-to-order crates with multiple reinforcement options including gussets, hinges, and glued joints. Available in single-use or reusable configurations with specialized designs for repeated storage and transportation cycles.
Trade Show Exhibit Crating
Durable crates designed for trade show displays and equipment transportation. Features include easy-access doors, modular designs, and protective linings to ensure safe delivery of exhibition materials and technical equipment.
Questions
What types of crates do you build?
We construct wooden freight crates, custom crates, transportation crates, moving crates, rolling crates, and storage crates for both residential and commercial applications.
Do you handle international shipping requirements?
Yes, our international shipping crates use ISPM-15 compliant heat-treated wood with IPPC HT stamps to meet global import regulations across 30+ countries.
What materials do you use for crate construction?
We use heat-treated wood for international shipments, with optional foam, felt, padding, or carpet lining to protect electronics, antiques, and fragile items.
Can you crate large or unusual items?
Yes, we specialize in crating grandfather clocks, artwork, medical equipment, industrial machinery, and oversized items with customized reinforcement solutions.
Do you offer on-site crating services?
Yes, we provide on-site crating at estate liquidation auctions, commercial locations, and residential properties for secure packing before transportation.
What's the difference between single-use and reusable crates?
Single-use crates prioritize cost-effective protection for one-time shipments, while reusable crates feature durable construction with hinged doors and reinforced bases for multiple transportation cycles.
