Custom Crating in Hamilton, ON
At Argos Crating, we build custom wooden crates for manufacturers and businesses throughout Hamilton and the surrounding area. With decades of experience and capacity for industrial equipment up to 35,000 lbs, we handle the full range of commercial shipments - from precision components to the kind of heavy industrial cargo Hamilton is known for.
Up to 35,000 lbs
1–3 day turnaround
ISPM-15 certified
Crating and Packing Services We Offer in Hamilton
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.
-
Machinery, manufacturing equipment, and heavy industrial cargo up to 35,000 lbs. -
We come to your Hamilton facility and build the crate around your equipment - no need to move heavy or immovable machinery. -
ISPM-15 certified lumber for international shipments via Port of Hamilton and overseas - 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. -
Avionics, turbine components, and AOG emergency parts - precision crating for aerospace and MRO operations.
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 Hamilton and Southern Ontario with custom wooden crates for heavy industrial equipment, precision instruments, 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 Hamilton and the surrounding area. 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 Hamilton - including Ancaster, Dundas, Stoney Creek, Waterdown, Flamborough, Glanbrook, Westdale, Kirkendall, Crown Point, and Binbrook. One-time jobs and recurring commercial accounts both welcome.
We cover all of Hamilton - including Ancaster, Dundas, Stoney Creek, Waterdown, Flamborough, Glanbrook, Westdale, Kirkendall, Crown Point, and Binbrook. One-time jobs and recurring commercial accounts both welcome.
Who We Work With
• Steel fabricators and heavy manufacturers shipping structural components, equipment, and industrial goods across Canada and internationally
• Equipment dealers and industrial machinery suppliers relocating or shipping heavy cargo via QEW/403 and the Port of Hamilton
• Medical device companies and healthcare suppliers shipping precision instruments to Hamilton Health Sciences and beyond
• 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
• Equipment dealers and industrial machinery suppliers relocating or shipping heavy cargo via QEW/403 and the Port of Hamilton
• Medical device companies and healthcare suppliers shipping precision instruments to Hamilton Health Sciences and beyond
• 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
Hamilton's Steel and Industrial Corridor
Hamilton is one of Canada's most active industrial cities — home to steel mills, heavy manufacturers, and the Port of Hamilton, one of the busiest inland ports on the Great Lakes. The businesses here ship some of the heaviest and most demanding cargo in Ontario: structural steel, fabricated components, heavy machinery, and oversized industrial equipment that requires crates engineered for the weight, with precise blocking, bracing, and load distribution to survive ground freight, port handling, and long-haul transit.
At Argos Crating, we assess each item individually — weight distribution, crane-lift requirements, fragility, and destination conditions all factor into the build. For Hamilton's manufacturers and heavy industry operators, that means crates built to handle the job every time.
At Argos Crating, we assess each item individually — weight distribution, crane-lift requirements, fragility, and destination conditions all factor into the build. For Hamilton's manufacturers and heavy industry operators, that means crates built to handle the job every time.
Why Choose Argos Crating in Hamilton?
Serving Hamilton's heavy industry and manufacturing base - built for the heaviest jobs.
- Custom-built for every itemNo standard-size crates. Every build is designed around your cargo's exact dimensions, weight, and fragility
- Capacity for heavy industrial cargoWe build crates for equipment up to 35,000 lbs, with proper blocking, bracing, and crane-lift requirements accounted for.
- ISPM-15 certified cratingAll export crates use certified lumber for international shipments, including via the Port of Hamilton.
- On-site crating for Hamilton facilitiesWe come to your location, no need to move heavy or immovable equipment.
- 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. Heavy industrial cargo is our core work. We build crates for machinery, fabricated steel components, and industrial equipment up to 35,000 lbs — with proper blocking, bracing, and weight distribution for ground freight and port handling.
Yes. We send our team directly to your Hamilton facility and build the crate on location — no need to move heavy or immovable equipment. On-site crating is available across all of Hamilton including Ancaster, Stoney Creek, and Dundas.
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 and port handling.
Yes — we cover all of Hamilton including Ancaster, Dundas, Stoney Creek, Waterdown, Flamborough, Glanbrook, Westdale, Kirkendall, Crown Point, and Binbrook. Pickup, delivery, and on-site crating all available.
Let’s Build the Right Crate Together in Hamilton, ON
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 Hamilton? Contact us for a quote - we respond within 24 hours.
Ready to ship from Hamilton? Contact us for a quote - we respond within 24 hours.