Business Details
31 Years
experience
Custom Crating and Shipping Solutions in Dallas, TX
Craters & Freighters has been a trusted leader in specialty crating, packaging, and transportation solutions for nearly three decades. Our nationwide network and global resources enable us to deliver seamless logistics for commercial and residential clients, combining national scale with local accountability. Our team specializes in handling high-value, sensitive, and oversized items, including IT/electronics, medical equipment, manufacturing machinery, and residential heirlooms. With ISPM-15 certified wood crating, anti-static packaging, and heat-shrink wrapping capabilities, we ensure the safe transport of even the most challenging cargo. Our white-glove delivery and full insurance coverage provide clients with peace of mind throughout the shipping process.We pride ourselves on tackling complex projects that others avoid, leveraging our expertise to make difficult moves look effortless. Our local representatives maintain direct responsibility for every shipment, offering personalized support and transparency. From auction logistics to senior relocations, we treat every item as if it were our own, prioritizing meticulous attention to detail. Our proven track record with industries requiring precisionfrom engineering to hazmatdemonstrates our adaptability and technical proficiency. By integrating cutting-edge packaging technologies with time-tested methodologies, we deliver tailored solutions that meet evolving client needs while maintaining the highest standards of reliability and service excellence.
Services
Crating Services
Packaging Solutions
Shipping Services
Residential Moves
Commercial Logistics
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer nationwide logistics with local accountability for every shipment.
- Our team handles high-value, sensitive, and oversized items with precision.
- ISPM-15 certified wood crating ensures compliance for international shipments.
- We provide full insurance coverage from pickup to final delivery.
- Nearly three decades of expertise in solving complex shipping challenges.
Associations and certifications
- ISPM 15 Certified
What people say
Stress-free shipping
Exceptional customer service
Reliable for high-value items
Expert handling of fragile goods
Personalized support
Services
Crating Services
We provide ISPM-15 certified wood crates and custom crating solutions for high-value, oversized, or sensitive items. Our on-site crating capabilities protect equipment during transit, including museum artifacts, medical devices, and industrial machinery. With specialized techniques for fragile or irregularly shaped cargo, we ensure compliance and security for domestic and international shipments.
Packaging Solutions
Our packaging services include anti-static (ESD) materials, corrugated containers, and vapor barrier protection for electronics, IT equipment, and hazardous materials. We use heat-shrink wrapping and hard-shell cases to safeguard items during long-distance transport. Custom cushioning and blocking methods prevent damage to delicate or heavy machinery in transit.
Shipping Services
We manage domestic and international shipping for commercial and residential clients, including freight forwarding and white-glove delivery. Our services cover IT/electronics, manufacturing equipment, and auction items. With full insurance coverage and real-time tracking, we coordinate seamless transportation from pickup to final destination for businesses and individuals.
Residential Moves
Our residential services specialize in senior moves, estate relocations, and fragile item transport like pianos and grandfather clocks. We use custom crating and careful handling techniques to protect heirlooms and valuables. The team provides door-to-door service with disassembly/reassembly support for complex household items during relocations.
Commercial Logistics
We handle commercial shipping for engineering firms, medical facilities, and manufacturing plants, transporting equipment and hazardous materials. Our services include hazmat compliance, heavy machinery crating, and auction logistics. With nationwide resources and local accountability, we ensure timely delivery of critical industrial assets while maintaining strict safety standards.
Questions
What types of items can you ship?
We ship commercial and residential items including IT/electronics, medical equipment, manufacturing machinery, pianos, grandfather clocks, and hazardous materials. Our custom crating handles oversized or fragile cargo.
Do you offer international shipping?
Yes, we provide international shipping with ISPM-15 certified wood packaging compliance. Our global logistics network ensures secure delivery to destinations worldwide.
How do you handle fragile or valuable items?
We use custom crating, anti-static packaging, and vapor barrier protection. Our team applies specialized techniques for fragile, oversized, or high-value items like artwork and medical equipment.
Are shipments insured?
All shipments include full insurance coverage from pickup through transit to final delivery, protecting against damage or loss during the entire shipping process.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Dallas, Texas, with nationwide domestic shipping and international logistics capabilities across the United States and globally through our freight network.
What makes Craters & Freighters different?
Our combination of nationwide resources, local accountability, and expertise in challenging shipments sets us apart. We specialize in handling complex projects others avoid with tailored solutions.
