Argos Crating designs and builds custom wooden crates for any item - industrial machinery, medical equipment, aircraft components, fine art, and export cargo. Every crate is engineered from scratch for your specific load: its dimensions, weight, destination, and the handling it will face. Based in Mississauga, we serve businesses across Ontario - Toronto, Hamilton, London, Kitchener, Barrie, and beyond - with on-site crating available across Southern Ontario

Up to 35,000 lbs

1–3 day turnaround

On-Site Available

ISPM-15 certified

Any item. Any weight. Any destination. If it needs to ship safely, we build a crate for it.

We handle equipment up to 35,000 lbs in-house, with partner capabilities for even heavier machinery. No project is too large or too small.

We handle equipment up to 35,000 lbs in-house, with partner capabilities for even heavier machinery. No project is too large or too small.

For oversized equipment or when transport isn't practical, we build crates directly at your facility, anywhere in Ontario.

All export crates use ISPM-15 certified heat-treated lumber, meeting international phytosanitary standards for shipments to any country worldwide.

Every crate is designed for your item's exact dimensions, weight distribution, and fragility - engineered for maximum protection, not a best-guess fit.

Most jobs completed in 1–3 business days. Rush turnaround available for time-sensitive shipments - call us to discuss.

Aerospace parts distributors, MRO facilities, and defence contractors shipping aircraft components, AOG parts, avionics, and military supply chain cargo requiring precision packaging and ISPM-15 compliance.

Automotive parts manufacturers, Tier 1/2 suppliers, and OEM equipment dealers shipping precision components, tooling, and production machinery across Ontario and cross-border to the US.

Medical device manufacturers, hospital supply chains, and pharmaceutical equipment companies shipping lab instruments, imaging devices, and sensitive instruments requiring vibration-controlled, climate-aware packaging.

Art dealers, galleries, auction houses, and private collectors shipping paintings, sculptures, antiques, and high-value collectibles requiring museum-standard protection and conservation-grade packaging.

Electronics manufacturers, automation companies, and technology firms shipping switchgear, PLC cabinets, server racks, and sensitive industrial systems requiring anti-static protection and custom internal blocking.

Food processing companies, consumer goods manufacturers, and production facilities shipping processing lines, packaging equipment, and industrial machinery domestically and internationally.

Michael Ledakhovich

Logistics Coordinator at Boston Industries 
(Medical Equipment) 

"We contracted Argos Crating to handle the retrieval and crating of a high-value incubator system from an auction in Montreal. The unit weighed approximately one ton and featured a fragile front interface that required special handling. Argos managed the pickup and transported the equipment to their partner warehouse, where they built a fully custom crate with internal insulation. Following strict requirements, the crate was assembled using only screws — no nails — to minimize vibration and maintain structural integrity. A separate desktop PC was packed and shipped independently, and the USB component containing software drivers was mailed securely to our headquarters. The level of care, precision, and responsiveness shown throughout this process was unmatched. From logistics to build quality, they executed everything flawlessly."

"We contracted Argos Crating to handle
the retrieval and crating of a high-value incubator system from an auction in Montreal. The unit weighed approximately one ton and featured a fragile front interface that required special handling. Argos managed the pickup and transported the equipment to their partner warehouse, where they built a fully custom crate with internal insulation. Following strict requirements, the crate was assembled using only screws — no nails — to minimize vibration and maintain structural integrity.
A separate desktop PC was packed and shipped independently, and the USB compo-nent containing software drivers was mailed securely to our headquarters. The level of care, precision, and responsiveness shown throughout this process was unmatched.
From logistics to build quality, they executed everything flawlessly."

Jonathan

Manager at Empire Aviation (Aviation)

"We hired Argos Crating to pack and crate aircraft parts in our clients warehouse at Muskoka airport. Initially, we contacted them from Florida to confirm they could meet our timeline and handling requirements. They came out for an on-site visit, measured everything, and together we planned the job. The following week, their team returned with roughly 30 crates and completed the on-site crating efficiently with strong build quality and careful packaging. When our plans changed and we needed additional crates, Argos responded quickly, delivered the extra crates the next week, and finished the project without delays. Reliable, responsive, and easy to work with"

Leon Karachun

CMO at Metropolitan Logistics
(Logistics Services)

"We’ve worked with Argos Crating on dozens of projects involving delicate, high-value items —everything from antique art pieces and upright pianos to motorcycles being shipped across the world. Their attention to detail and speed has made them one of our most trusted partners. The team takes the time to understand each item’s specific handling needs and delivers durable, precisely-built crates that reduce risk and damage claims. Our own clients have commented on the quality of the crating and packaging."

"We’ve worked with Argos Crating on dozens
of projects involving delicate, high-value items —everything from antique art pieces and up-right pianos to motorcycles being shipped across the world. Their attention to detail
and speed has made them one of our most trusted partners. The team takes the time
to under-stand each item’s specific handling needs and delivers durable, precisely-built crates that reduce risk and damage claims.
Our own clients have commented on the quality of the crating and packaging."

"We contracted Argos Crating to handle the retrieval and crating
of a high-value incubator system from an auction in Montreal.
The unit weighed approximately one ton and featured a fragile front interface that required special handling. Argos managed the pickup and transported the equipment to their partner warehouse, where they built a fully custom crate with internal insulation. Following strict requirements, the crate was assembled using only screws — no nails — to minimize vibration and maintain structural integrity. A separate desktop PC was packed and shipped independently, and the USB component containing software drivers was mailed securely to our headquarters. The level of care, precision, and responsiveness shown throughout this process was unmatched. From logistics to build quality, they executed everything flawlessly."

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.

We carefully pack your item into the crate using high-quality padding and support materials. Our goal is zero movement and zero risk during transportation.

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.

Have a question about shipping? Need another crate?
We’re always here to help.
We build long-term relationships, not just crates.

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.

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.

Tell us what you need to crate - item dimensions, weight, and destination - and we'll have a quote back within 24 hours

Based in Mississauga, we cover all of Ontario. Pickup, delivery, and on-site crating all available. One-time jobs and recurring commercial accounts both welcome.