Business Details
Trusted Shipping & Crating Services in Indianapolis
At Craters & Freighters, we combine a nationwide network of resources with localized accountability to deliver specialized crating, packing, and transportation solutions. Our Indianapolis team prioritizes the safety of high-value, fragile, or oversized items, offering tailored services for both commercial and residential clients. With expertise in international logistics, ISPM-15 certified wood crates, and white-glove delivery, we ensure seamless shipping processes for complex projects.Our commitment to unmatched customer support and industry-leading safety standards has established us as trusted leaders in the custom crating and freight shipping industry. We specialize in handling challenging shipmentsincluding hazardous materials, medical equipment, and antique artifactswhile maintaining transparency and peace of mind throughout every stage of transport.
Services
Crating Services
International Shipping
Custom Packaging
White-Glove Delivery
Freight Forwarding
Medical Equipment Transport
Antique Art Crating
Hazardous Materials Shipping
Residential Relocation
Commercial Logistics
Highlights and features
- We offer nationwide resources with localized accountability for personalized service.
- Our team specializes in challenging shipments requiring ISPM-15 certified wood crates.
- We provide tailored logistics solutions for hazardous materials and medical equipment.
- We maintain industry-leading safety standards for oversized and fragile items.
- Our white-glove delivery ensures secure transport of high-value artifacts and antiques.
Associations and certifications
- ISPM 15
Services
Custom Crating
We design and build ISPM-15 certified wooden crates for fragile, oversized, or high-value items. Our custom crating solutions protect sensitive cargo during domestic and international shipments. The process includes material selection, structural engineering, and on-site construction to meet specific transportation requirements.
International Shipping
Our international freight forwarding services handle customs compliance, documentation, and multi-modal transport for commercial and residential shipments. We coordinate air, sea, and land logistics while ensuring adherence to import/export regulations. Specialized handling is available for hazardous materials and temperature-sensitive cargo.
White-Glove Delivery
This service provides specialized handling for high-value or delicate items requiring extra care. Includes blanket wrapping, dedicated vehicle transport, and room-of-choice placement. Ideal for museum artifacts, medical equipment, and antique furniture requiring precision installation.
Medical Equipment Shipping
We transport sensitive medical devices with strict compliance to industry standards. Services include climate-controlled environments, shock monitoring, and secure chain-of-custody protocols. Our team handles MRI machines, lab equipment, and life-saving devices with specialized packaging solutions.
Residential Relocation
Our residential shipping services focus on protecting valuables during home relocations. Features include custom crating for grandfather clocks, artwork, and heirlooms. We offer full-service packing, secure storage options, and white-glove delivery for stress-free household moves.
Questions
What types of items can you ship?
We handle oversized, fragile, and high-value items including medical equipment, antiques, hazardous materials, and industrial machinery for commercial and residential clients.
Do you offer international shipping services?
Yes, we provide full-service international freight forwarding with customs documentation, multi-modal transport options, and compliance expertise for global shipments.
How do you handle fragile or valuable items?
We use ISPM-15 certified wood crates, custom-engineered packaging, and white-glove handling to ensure maximum protection for delicate or high-value cargo.
What is your shipping process?
Contact us for a consultation, receive a customized quote, then we handle packaging, crating, and transportation with real-time tracking and insurance options.
Are your services insured?
Yes, we offer comprehensive cargo insurance covering pickup, packaging, and transit for all shipped items.
Do you handle commercial shipping projects?
We specialize in complex commercial shipments including industrial equipment, manufacturing machinery, and large-scale logistics solutions for businesses.
