Business Details
31 Years
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Trusted Crating, Packaging & Shipping Solutions in Little Rock, AR
Since 1995, Craters & Freighters has established itself as a leader in specialty crating, packaging, and transportation solutions. Our nationwide network and global resources enable us to handle complex shipping challenges for commercial and residential clients alike. With ISPM-15 certified wood crates and custom packaging solutions, we specialize in protecting high-value items including electronics, medical equipment, and heirlooms. Our team's three decades of collective expertise ensures safe handling of hazardous materials, heavy machinery, and delicate artifacts. We maintain full accountability through our local representatives while leveraging national capabilities.Our patented processes for heat shrink wrapping, vapor barrier packaging, and hard shell case construction set industry standards. We provide comprehensive insurance coverage throughout the shipping lifecycle and operate a seamless three-step service process from consultation to delivery. Our white-glove service for estate moves and senior relocations demonstrates our commitment to personalized care. Recognized for tackling challenging projects others avoid, we deliver peace of mind through meticulous attention to detail and 24/7 customer support.
Services
Custom Crating
ISPM-15 Crates
Hazardous Materials Shipping
White-Glove Delivery
Residential Relocation
Medical Equipment Transport
Art & Museum Crating
Heavy Equipment Shipping
International Freight Forwarding
Anti-Static Packaging
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- 30 years of experience in specialty crating and shipping
- ISPM-15 certified wood crate manufacturing facility
- Nationwide network with local accountability model
- White-glove service for delicate and high-value items
- Comprehensive insurance covering entire shipping lifecycle
Associations and certifications
- ISPM-15
What people say
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Challenging jobs
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Services
Custom Crating
We design and manufacture custom wood crates to ISPM-15 standards for secure transport of valuable and irregularly shaped items. Our engineering team creates solutions for electronics, machinery, and fragile artifacts. Each crate undergoes rigorous testing to ensure structural integrity during transit.
Hazardous Materials Shipping
Specialized handling and transportation of hazardous materials using compliant packaging and documentation. Our certified technicians follow strict protocols for classification, labeling, and emergency response. We maintain full regulatory compliance for domestic and international shipments.
White-Glove Delivery
Full-service delivery with meticulous care for high-value items including antiques, artwork, and medical equipment. Our trained technicians provide unpacking, installation, and debris removal. Temperature-controlled vehicles maintain optimal conditions during transport.
Residential Relocation
Comprehensive moving solutions for household items including fragile heirlooms and large furniture. We offer specialized packing materials and custom crates for grandfather clocks, pianos, and estate collections. Door-to-door tracking ensures timely delivery.
International Freight Forwarding
End-to-end logistics management for cross-border shipments. Our network handles customs documentation, duty calculations, and multimodal transport coordination. We provide real-time tracking and compliance expertise for ISPM-15 regulated wood packaging materials.
Questions
What types of items can you ship?
We handle electronics, medical equipment, hazardous materials, heavy machinery, antiques, artwork, and household goods. Our custom crating solutions accommodate items of all shapes and sizes.
Are your wood crates ISPM-15 certified?
Yes, all our wood crates meet ISPM-15 standards for international shipping. We maintain certification through regular quality control inspections and heat treatment documentation.
Do you offer insurance for shipped items?
We provide comprehensive insurance coverage that protects your items from pickup through final delivery, including packaging and transit phases of the shipping process.
What are your service areas?
We operate nationwide with local offices in Arkansas and global shipping capabilities through our international logistics network partners.
How do you handle fragile items?
We use anti-static packaging, heat shrink wrapping, and custom foam cushioning systems. Our white-glove service includes specialized handling techniques for delicate and high-value possessions.
What's your shipping process?
Contact us for a consultation, receive a customized quote with packaging recommendations, then approve our plan for crating and shipping your items with full tracking capabilities.
