Custom Crating in Orillia, ON
At Argos Crating, we build custom wooden crates for manufacturers, construction companies, and commercial businesses throughout Orillia and Simcoe County. With decades of experience and capacity for industrial equipment up to 35,000 lbs, we handle everything from heavy construction and manufacturing equipment to commercial machinery heading south to the GTA or north along the Highway 11 corridor to Northern Ontario.
Up to 35,000 lbs
1–3 day turnaround
ISPM-15 certified
Crating and Packing Services We Offer in Orillia
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 Orillia facility and build the crate around your equipment - no need to move heavy, oversized, or immovable machinery. -
ISPM-15 certified lumber for international shipments - required for customs clearance in most countries. -
Precision instruments, lab equipment, and hospital-grade packaging for Orillia's healthcare sector. -
Museum-grade protection for galleries, dealers, and collectors in Simcoe County and cottage country. -
Heavy-duty 12 mil UV-resistant film for machinery, equipment, and palletized cargo.
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 Orillia and Simcoe County with custom wooden crates for manufacturers, commercial businesses, and industrial companies - on-site or at our facility.
Who we are
Based in Mississauga, Argos Crating serves manufacturers, construction companies, and businesses across Orillia and Simcoe County. We're not a national franchise or a warehouse operation - every crate is built by craftsmen with decades of experience, from commercial entertainment equipment to industrial machinery up to 35,000 lbs.
We cover all of Orillia - including the Atherley Road, Sundial Drive, Dunedin Road, and Memorial Avenue commercial and industrial corridors, as well as Rama, Hawkestone, Coldwater, Washago, and the broader Simcoe County area. One-time jobs and recurring commercial accounts both welcome.
We cover all of Orillia - including the Atherley Road, Sundial Drive, Dunedin Road, and Memorial Avenue commercial and industrial corridors, as well as Rama, Hawkestone, Coldwater, Washago, and the broader Simcoe County area. One-time jobs and recurring commercial accounts both welcome.
Who We Work With
- Manufacturing and construction companies in Orillia's Atherley Road and Sundial Drive corridors shipping industrial equipment and commercial cargo domestically and internationally
- Commercial and entertainment industry businesses - including those supplying Orillia's Casino Rama corridor - shipping gaming equipment, entertainment systems, and commercial installations
- Construction equipment dealers and contractors shipping machinery, generators, and heavy equipment along the Hwy 11 corridor
- Medical equipment companies serving Soldiers' Memorial Hospital and the broader Simcoe County healthcare region
- Fine art dealers, galleries, and private collectors in Simcoe County and the Muskokas shipping high-value pieces
- Freight forwarders and logistics companies serving Northern Ontario routes needing a reliable crating partner
Orillia's Gateway Position on the Hwy 11 Corridor
Orillia sits at the junction of Highway 11 and Highway 12, at the northern tip of Lake Simcoe — making it a natural gateway between the Greater Toronto Area and Northern Ontario. The city's commercial base includes light manufacturing, construction equipment suppliers, and a range of businesses serving Simcoe County and the Muskoka region. Nearby, Casino Rama — one of Canada's largest entertainment and gaming complexes — anchors significant commercial activity in the corridor, generating consistent demand for large-scale equipment logistics. Soldiers' Memorial Hospital serves Orillia and surrounding Simcoe County communities.
At Argos Crating, we build crates for the manufacturing, commercial, and construction equipment that moves through Orillia's Hwy 11 corridor - whether it's heading south to the GTA, across Canada, or internationally.
At Argos Crating, we build crates for the manufacturing, commercial, and construction equipment that moves through Orillia's Hwy 11 corridor - whether it's heading south to the GTA, across Canada, or internationally.
Why Choose Argos Crating in Orillia?
Serving Orillia's manufacturing base and Simcoe County businesses - custom crating for construction equipment, commercial machinery, and industrial cargo on the Hwy 11 corridor.
- Hwy 11 corridor accessDirect pickup and delivery connecting Orillia to our Mississauga facility, with routes north to Simcoe County and Muskoka.
- On-site crating for Orillia facilitiesWe come to your plant, site, or facility and build on location, no need to move heavy or oversized equipment.
- ISPM-15 certified cratingAll export crates use certified lumber meeting international customs requirements.
- Pickup, delivery, or on-siteDrop off at our Mississauga facility, or we come to your Orillia 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 manufacturers, construction companies, and commercial businesses throughout Orillia and Simcoe County. Pickup, delivery, and on-site crating all available.
Yes. We send our team to your plant, facility, or site and build the crate around your equipment on location - no need to move heavy or oversized machinery. We serve all of Orillia including the Atherley Road, Sundial Drive, and Memorial Avenue corridors.
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 Orillia including the Atherley Road, Sundial Drive, Dunedin Road, and Memorial Avenue corridors, as well as Rama, Hawkestone, Coldwater, Washago, and the broader Simcoe County area. 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 Orillia? Contact us for a quote - we respond within 24 hours.
Ready to ship from Orillia? Contact us for a quote - we respond within 24 hours.