Business Details
31 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Custom Crating & Shipping Solutions
At Craters & Freighters, we combine a nationwide network with local accountability to deliver specialty crating, packaging, and transportation solutions. Our expertise spans three decades, during which we've developed trusted methodologies for handling valuable assets across industries. We specialize in custom crating solutions, including ISPM-15 certified wood crates, heat shrink wrapping, and anti-static packaging, ensuring the safe transport of sensitive equipment.Our team takes full responsibility for each project, offering comprehensive insurance coverage from pickup through final delivery. With a reputation for tackling complex challenges, we provide tailored services for commercial clients in engineering, medical, manufacturing, and IT sectors, as well as residential customers requiring specialized moving solutions. Our process prioritizes clear communication, precise execution, and peace of mind for every client.
Services
Custom Crating
Packaging Solutions
International Shipping
Residential Services
Equipment Transport
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We have nearly three decades of experience in specialty crating and shipping.
- Our nationwide network ensures comprehensive service coverage with local accountability.
- We handle complex shipments including medical equipment and manufacturing machinery.
- We offer full insurance coverage for items in our care.
- Our team provides white-glove service for delicate and high-value items.
Associations and certifications
- ISPM-15
Services
Custom Crating
We design and build custom wood crates certified to ISPM-15 standards for international shipping. Our crating solutions protect delicate machinery, medical equipment, and valuable artifacts during transit. The service includes on-site construction and specialized materials for shock absorption and environmental protection.
Packaging Solutions
Our packaging services include anti-static (ESD) materials, heat shrink wrapping, and vapor barrier protection for sensitive electronics and industrial equipment. We provide custom cushioning systems and hard-shell cases to ensure product integrity during domestic and international transport.
International Shipping
We manage end-to-end international shipping logistics with customs documentation and compliance expertise. The service includes freight forwarding, white-glove delivery, and coordination of specialized transport requirements for commercial clients across multiple industries.
Residential Services
Our residential specialists handle high-value household items including grandfather clocks, antiques, and estate collections. We offer packing, crating, and shipping services for senior relocations and estate moves with careful handling protocols and insurance coverage.
Equipment Transport
We transport heavy machinery and specialized equipment for manufacturing, engineering, and medical facilities. The service includes disassembly, custom crating, and reassembly support with compliance documentation for regulated industries.
Questions
What types of items can you ship?
We handle both commercial and residential shipments including medical equipment, manufacturing machinery, electronics, antiques, and estate collections.
Do you offer international shipping services?
Yes, we provide international shipping with proper documentation, customs compliance, and specialized packaging for global transport.
How do you handle fragile or valuable items?
We use ISPM-15 certified wood crates, anti-static materials, and custom cushioning systems to protect delicate items during transit.
Are shipments insured?
All items receive comprehensive insurance coverage from pickup through final delivery as part of our standard service.
What are your business hours?
Our Salt Lake City location operates Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Mountain Time for consultations and service coordination.
Can you handle large equipment moves?
Yes, we specialize in transporting heavy industrial equipment with specialized crating, disassembly, and reassembly services.
