Custom Crating Services in Uxbridge, ON
Argos Crating provides custom wooden crating for manufacturers, agricultural equipment suppliers, and light industrial businesses in Uxbridge, on the border between York and Durham Region. We build crates for farm equipment, industrial machinery, and export shipments for businesses throughout the township. Every export crate uses ISPM-15 certified heat-treated lumber as standard. Free quote in 24 hours. Service throughout Uxbridge, Goodwood, and York and Durham Region.
Up to 35,000 lbs
1–3 day turnaround
ISPM-15 certified
Crating Services in Uxbridge
We build crates for the full range of industrial and agricultural cargo in Uxbridge and across York and Durham Region. Every job is quoted on the specific item.
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Custom wooden crates for machinery, equipment, and light industrial cargo. Built to the specific dimensions and weight. Capacity up to 35,000 lbs. -
Purpose-built wooden crates for agricultural equipment, non-standard dimensions, and cargo requiring specialized internal blocking or bracing. -
We come to your Uxbridge facility or farm and build the crate around the equipment on location. Available throughout York and Durham Region. -
ISPM-15 certified wooden crates for shipments to the US and international markets. Certification documentation included for your customs broker and freight forwarder. -
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 Uxbridge manufacturers and agricultural businesses on the York-Durham border.
Who we are
Argos Crating is a Mississauga-based crating company serving clients across Southern Ontario, including Uxbridge, Goodwood, and the broader York and Durham Region.
We build custom wooden crates for agricultural equipment, light industrial machinery, 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 2–3 business days.
We build custom wooden crates for agricultural equipment, light industrial machinery, 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 2–3 business days.
Who We Work With
Argos Crating serves manufacturers and agricultural businesses at every scale:
- Agricultural equipment dealers and farm suppliers serving Uxbridge Township's rural surroundings
- Light manufacturers and small industrial businesses on the York-Durham border
- Exporters shipping equipment and components to US and international buyers
- Construction and equipment suppliers requiring on-site crating at a farm or facility
- Businesses shipping capital equipment to buyers for the first time
- Freight forwarders and customs brokers requiring ISPM-15 documentation on short timelines
Uxbridge on the York-Durham Border
Uxbridge sits at the eastern edge of York Region, where it borders Durham Region along a mostly rural stretch of farmland, small business parks, and the trail network that gives the township its identity as the self-declared Trail Capital of Canada. That rural character shapes the local business mix: agricultural equipment dealers and farm suppliers, light manufacturers, and small industrial businesses operate alongside the recreation and tourism economy the trails bring in. For businesses here, the nearest full-service industrial hubs are Markham and Newmarket to the west and Whitby to the east, which makes Uxbridge more dependent on suppliers willing to come to them. On-site crating matters more here than in denser industrial areas, since equipment is often too large or too remote to move to a shop.
Why Choose Argos Crating in Uxbridge
Serving Uxbridge's agricultural equipment dealers, light manufacturers, and rural businesses on the York-Durham border - custom crating with on-site service where it's needed most.
- Built for agricultural and light industrial equipmentFarm machinery, light manufacturing equipment, and specialty cargo crated to the specific item, not adapted from a standard size.
- 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 Uxbridge and rural York-DurhamWe come to your farm, facility, or property and build the crate around your equipment 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, agricultural equipment dealers, and businesses throughout Uxbridge Township and the York-Durham border area. We pick up and deliver throughout the region and offer on-site crating at your facility or farm for equipment that cannot be moved easily.
Yes. Agricultural equipment is crated to the exact dimensions and weight of the item, with whatever internal blocking or bracing it requires. Given Uxbridge's rural surroundings, on-site crating at your farm or facility is often the right approach. Contact us with the equipment details for a quote.
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. For equipment that is too large, heavy, or remote to move to a shop, we come to your Uxbridge or York-Durham location and build the crate around it on site.
We crate items up to 35,000 lbs. Contact us with the dimensions and weight and we will quote the job.
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 border.
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 Uxbridge? Contact us for a quote - we respond within 24 hours.
Ready to ship from Uxbridge? Contact us for a quote - we respond within 24 hours.