Custom Crating in Whitby, ON
At Argos Crating, we build custom wooden crates for manufacturers and businesses throughout Whitby and Durham Region. 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 heavy machinery 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 Whitby
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 Whitby facility and build the crate around your equipment - no need to move heavy or immovable machinery. -
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. -
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 Whitby and Durham Region with custom wooden crates for 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 Whitby and Durham Region. 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 Whitby - including Downtown Whitby, Brooklin, Pringle Creek, Blue Grass Meadows, Williamsburg, Rolling Acres, Lynde Creek, Port Whitby, Taunton, and Rossland. One-time jobs and recurring commercial accounts both welcome.
We cover all of Whitby - including Downtown Whitby, Brooklin, Pringle Creek, Blue Grass Meadows, Williamsburg, Rolling Acres, Lynde Creek, Port Whitby, Taunton, and Rossland. One-time jobs and recurring commercial accounts both welcome.
Who We Work With
• Manufacturers and equipment dealers in Whitby's Taunton Road and Highway 401 industrial corridor shipping goods across Ontario and internationally
• Distributors and commercial businesses relocating or shipping industrial cargo via the 401 east and west
• Medical device companies and healthcare suppliers shipping precision instruments to Lakeridge Health 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
• Distributors and commercial businesses relocating or shipping industrial cargo via the 401 east and west
• Medical device companies and healthcare suppliers shipping precision instruments to Lakeridge Health 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
Whitby's Growing Industrial Corridor
Whitby is one of Durham Region's fastest-growing cities, positioned between Oshawa's automotive base and Ajax's distribution network. Its industrial corridor along Highway 401 and Taunton Road is home to a diverse mix of manufacturers, equipment dealers, and distributors — not a single dominant industry, but a broad range of businesses shipping equipment, components, and commercial goods across Canada and overseas. Every crating job is different: different weights, different fragility levels, different destinations.
At Argos Crating, we assess each item individually — dimensions, weight distribution, stacking requirements, and transit conditions all factor into the build. For Whitby's manufacturers and equipment dealers, that means a crate designed for the specific job, not a generic box.
At Argos Crating, we assess each item individually — dimensions, weight distribution, stacking requirements, and transit conditions all factor into the build. For Whitby's manufacturers and equipment dealers, that means a crate designed for the specific job, not a generic box.
Why Choose Argos Crating in Whitby?
Serving Whitby and Durham Region - custom crating for every industry.
- Custom-built for every itemNo standard-size crates. Every build is designed around your cargo's exact dimensions, weight, and fragility.
- On-site crating for Whitby facilitiesWe come to your 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 Whitby 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, equipment dealers, distributors, and commercial businesses throughout Whitby and Durham Region. Pickup, delivery, and on-site crating all available.
Yes. We send our team directly to your Whitby facility or warehouse and build the crate on location - no need to transport heavy or immovable equipment. On-site crating is available across all of Whitby and surrounding Durham Region.
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 Whitby including Downtown Whitby, Brooklin, Pringle Creek, Blue Grass Meadows, Williamsburg, Rolling Acres, Lynde Creek, Port Whitby, Taunton, and Rossland. Pickup, delivery, and on-site crating all available.
Get a Quote Today From Argos Crating
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 Whitby? Contact us for a quote - we respond within 24 hours.
Ready to ship from Whitby? Contact us for a quote - we respond within 24 hours.