Custom Crating in Guelph, ON
At Argos Crating, we build custom wooden crates for manufacturers and businesses throughout Guelph and Wellington County. With decades of experience and capacity for industrial equipment up to 35,000 lbs, we handle the full range of commercial shipments - from precision automotive components to heavy manufacturing equipment heading across the country or overseas.
Up to 35,000 lbs
1–3 day turnaround
ISPM-15 certified
Crating and Packing Services We Offer in Guelph
Every crate is built around your specific item - its dimensions, weight, destination, and the handling it will face along the way. We're a full-service crating company - we handle it all, start to finish.
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Machinery, manufacturing equipment, and heavy industrial cargo up to 35,000 lbs. -
We come to your Guelph facility and build the crate around your equipment - no need to move heavy or immovable machinery. -
Avionics, turbine components, and AOG emergency parts - precision crating for aerospace and MRO operations. -
ISPM-15 certified lumber for international shipments - required for customs clearance in most countries. -
Precision instruments, sensitive devices, ESD-safe and hospital-grade packaging. -
Museum-grade protection for galleries, dealers, and auction houses.
Need something not on this list? Contact us - if it needs to ship safely, we can build a crate for it.
About Argos Crating
ISPM-15 certified crating, built by hand. Based in Mississauga, Argos Crating serves Guelph and Wellington County with custom wooden crates for automotive manufacturers, industrial equipment, and high-value cargo - on-site or at our facility.
Who we are
Based in Mississauga, Argos Crating serves manufacturers, equipment dealers, and businesses across Guelph and Wellington County. We're not a national franchise or a warehouse operation - every crate is built by craftsmen with decades of experience, from precision components to industrial equipment up to 35,000 lbs.
We cover all of Guelph - including the Stone Road West and Woodlawn Road industrial corridors, Royal City Business Park, Hanlon Creek Business Park, Speedvale Avenue, and surrounding Wellington County. One-time jobs and recurring commercial accounts both welcome.
We cover all of Guelph - including the Stone Road West and Woodlawn Road industrial corridors, Royal City Business Park, Hanlon Creek Business Park, Speedvale Avenue, and surrounding Wellington County. One-time jobs and recurring commercial accounts both welcome.
Who We Work With
• Automotive parts manufacturers and Linamar supply chain suppliers shipping precision components, machined parts, and industrial goods across Canada and internationally
• Food and beverage processing companies shipping equipment, machinery, and commercial cargo via the Highway 401 corridor
• Medical device and research equipment companies at the University of Guelph and surrounding biotech corridor
• Technology companies and electronics firms requiring ESD-safe or anti-static packaging
• Fine art dealers, galleries, and auction houses shipping high-value pieces
• Freight forwarders and logistics companies needing a reliable local crating partner
• Food and beverage processing companies shipping equipment, machinery, and commercial cargo via the Highway 401 corridor
• Medical device and research equipment companies at the University of Guelph and surrounding biotech corridor
• Technology companies and electronics firms requiring ESD-safe or anti-static packaging
• Fine art dealers, galleries, and auction houses shipping high-value pieces
• Freight forwarders and logistics companies needing a reliable local crating partner
Guelph's Manufacturing Base
Guelph is Wellington County's manufacturing capital — home to Linamar Corporation, one of Canada's largest automotive parts manufacturers, and a dense ecosystem of suppliers, food processors, and industrial businesses shipping precision components and heavy goods across Ontario and internationally. The Highway 401 corridor connects Guelph directly to Mississauga and Toronto to the east, and Cambridge, Kitchener, and beyond to the west.
At Argos Crating, we assess each item individually — weight, fragility, stacking requirements, and destination conditions all factor into the build. For Guelph's manufacturers and equipment dealers, that means crates built to the exact spec the job requires.
At Argos Crating, we assess each item individually — weight, fragility, stacking requirements, and destination conditions all factor into the build. For Guelph's manufacturers and equipment dealers, that means crates built to the exact spec the job requires.
Why Choose Argos Crating in Guelph?
Serving Guelph's automotive and manufacturing base - built for precision and industrial scale.
- Built for automotive and precision manufacturing cargoComponents, tooling, and industrial equipment crated to the exact spec required.
- On-site crating for Guelph facilitiesWe come to your plant or warehouse and build on location, no need to move heavy or immovable equipment.
- ISPM-15 certified cratingAll export crates use certified lumber meeting international customs requirements.
- Pickup, delivery, or on-siteDrop off at our Mississauga facility via the 401, or we come to your Guelph location.
- Fast turnaroundMost jobs completed in 2–3 business days; rush available.
- No hidden chargesClear, upfront quotes within 24 hours.
Our Crating Process for a Simple, Stress-Free Experience
We understand the importance of a smooth, stress-free process.
Here’s how we do it:
Here’s how we do it:
Request a Quote
Tell us about what you need to crate and where it’s going. Our team will review your details and get back to you with a custom quote—usually within 24 hours.
Design & Planning
Once approved, we design a crate specifically for your item’s dimensions, weight, fragility, and transport requirements. If necessary, we’ll come to you to assess the item in person.
Crate Fabrication
Our skilled team builds your crate using premium materials. Every crate is built for maximum protection, and we offer ISPM 15-certified wood for international shipping.
Packing & Securing
We carefully pack your item into the crate using high-quality padding and support materials. Our goal is zero movement and zero risk during transport.
Delivery or Pickup
You can pick up your custom crate at our shop, or we can arrange delivery to your location—or even directly to your freight carrier.
Ongoing Support
Have a question about shipping? Need another crate? We’re always here to help. We build long-term relationships, not just boxes.
Your Questions, Answered
Yes. We regularly build crates for automotive parts manufacturers, equipment dealers, and industrial businesses throughout Guelph and Wellington County — including the Hanlon Creek Business Park corridor. Pickup, delivery, and on-site crating all available.
Yes. We send our team directly to your Guelph facility or plant and build the crate on location - no need to transport heavy or immovable equipment. On-site crating is available across all of Guelph and Wellington County.
Most standard jobs are completed within 1–3 business days. Rush turnaround is available for time-sensitive shipments - call us to discuss your timeline.
Yes. We regularly coordinate with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and carriers. We can deliver crated goods directly to your freight partner, provide crate dimensions and weights, and supply ISPM-15 documentation for international shipments.
Yes. We build heavy-duty wooden crates for machinery and industrial equipment up to 35,000 lbs, accounting for weight distribution, crane-lift requirements, and the demands of long-haul ground freight.
Yes - we cover all of Guelph including the Stone Road West and Woodlawn Road industrial corridors, Royal City Business Park, Hanlon Creek Business Park, Speedvale Avenue, and surrounding Wellington County. Pickup, delivery, and on-site crating all available.
Get a Free Quote Today
We build every crate from high-quality lumber and durable hardware — measured precisely, constructed to handle the weight, vibration, and handling your shipment will face.
Ready to ship from Guelph? Contact us for a quote - we respond within 24 hours.
Ready to ship from Guelph? Contact us for a quote - we respond within 24 hours.