Custom Crating Services in Thorold, ON
Argos Crating provides custom wooden crating for manufacturers, contractors, and exporters in Thorold, home to the Welland Canal's Flight Locks, where ships climb the Niagara Escarpment. We build crates for aggregate and environmental service equipment, fabricated components, and export shipments throughout the Niagara Peninsula. Every export crate uses ISPM-15 certified heat-treated lumber as standard. Free quote in 24 hours. Service throughout Thorold, Port Robinson, and Niagara Region.
Up to 35,000 lbs
1–3 day turnaround
ISPM-15 certified
Crating Services in Thorold
We build crates for the full range of industrial and export cargo in Thorold and along the Welland Canal. Every job is quoted on the specific item.
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Custom wooden crates for aggregate equipment, environmental service machinery, fabricated components, and industrial gear. Built to the specific cargo dimensions and weight. Capacity up to 35,000 lbs. -
We come to your Thorold facility and build the crate around the equipment on location. Ideal for aggregate handling equipment and machinery that cannot be moved to a crating shop. -
ISPM-15 certified wooden crates for shipments through Queenston-Lewiston, Peace Bridge, and Niagara Falls crossings, and for international markets. Certification documentation included for your customs broker. -
Purpose-built wooden crates for non-standard dimensions, irregular cargo, and items requiring specialized internal blocking or bracing. -
Precision crating for diagnostic and lab equipment. Foam-lined interiors and ESD-safe packaging where required. -
Heavy-duty 12-mil UV-resistant film for weather sealing, corrosion protection, and outdoor storage of 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
Custom crating for Thorold manufacturers and industrial businesses along the Welland Canal's Flight Locks.
Who we are
Argos Crating is a Mississauga-based crating company serving clients across Southern Ontario, including Thorold, St. Catharines, Welland, and the full Niagara Peninsula.
We build custom wooden crates for aggregate and environmental service equipment, fabricated components, export shipments, and specialty cargo.
Every job is engineered to the specific cargo: dimensions, weight, and handling requirements.
Free quote in 24 hours.
Most jobs complete in 1–3 business days.
We build custom wooden crates for aggregate and environmental service equipment, fabricated components, export shipments, and specialty cargo.
Every job is engineered to the specific cargo: dimensions, weight, and handling requirements.
Free quote in 24 hours.
Most jobs complete in 1–3 business days.
Who We Work With
- Aggregate, construction materials, and environmental service companies operating in Thorold's industrial parks
- Metal fabricators and industrial manufacturers along the Welland Canal corridor
- Exporters shipping to the US through Queenston-Lewiston, Peace Bridge, or Niagara Falls border crossings
- Contractors and equipment dealers requiring on-site crating for aggregate handling and heavy machinery
- Businesses shipping capital equipment to US buyers for the first time
- Freight forwarders and customs brokers requiring ISPM-15 documentation on short timelines
Thorold and the Welland Canal's Flight Locks
Three of the Welland Canal's eight locks, including the twin "Flight Locks," sit in Thorold, where ships climb the Niagara Escarpment in a continuous staircase, the most dramatic elevation change on the entire canal system. That canal-side position has shaped Thorold's industrial base: aggregate, construction materials, and environmental services companies, including Walker Industries, one of the city's largest employers, operate alongside metal fabricators and manufacturers drawn to the canal corridor. For export shipments crossing into the United States, ISPM-15 certified wood packaging is required at every land border crossing, including Queenston-Lewiston, Peace Bridge, and Niagara Falls. Argos Crating provides the certified crate build and all required documentation in a single engagement.
Why Choose Argos Crating in Thorold
Serving Thorold's aggregate, environmental services, and canal corridor manufacturers - custom crating for heavy equipment and ISPM-15 certified export shipments across the Niagara Peninsula.
- Built for aggregate and environmental service equipmentHeavy machinery, construction materials handling gear, and fabricated components crated to spec for Thorold's canal-side industrial operations.
- ISPM-15 certified on every export jobCertified heat-treated lumber, IPPC stamps on exterior panels, and certification letter for your customs broker included as standard.
- On-site crating for Thorold facilitiesFor aggregate and environmental equipment too heavy or fixed to move, we build the crate around it on location.
- Documentation handled with your freight forwarderCertification letter, packing list, and weight documentation formatted for your logistics partner.
- Fast turnaroundMost export jobs completed in 2–3 business days; tell us your Peace Bridge deadline when you quote.
- No hidden chargesClear, upfront quotes within 24 hours based on your cargo and border crossing requirements.
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 serve manufacturers and industrial businesses throughout Thorold, including Port Robinson and the broader Niagara Peninsula. We pick up and deliver throughout the region and offer on-site crating at your facility for equipment that cannot be moved easily.
Yes. Our crating is built for exactly this type of cargo: heavy, awkward, and often fixed in place. We engineer the crate to the equipment's dimensions and weight, with whatever internal blocking or bracing the load requires, and build on-site when the equipment cannot be moved to a shop.
Most jobs are completed in 2–3 business days from quote approval. If you have a specific freight or carrier deadline, mention it when requesting a quote and we will confirm the timeline.
Yes. We work directly with freight forwarders and customs brokers and provide documentation in the format they require, including the ISPM-15 certification letter needed at the US border.
We crate items up to 35,000 lbs. For very large or heavy equipment, the crate is engineered specifically for the cargo's dimensions, weight, and handling requirements. Send us the details for a quote.
Yes. For equipment that is too heavy, large, or fixed in place to move, we come to your Thorold facility and build the crate around it on location. Available throughout Niagara Region and Southern Ontario.
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 Thorold? Contact us for a quote - we respond within 24 hours.
Ready to ship from Thorold? Contact us for a quote - we respond within 24 hours.