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Custom Crating in Toronto, ON

At Argos Crating, we build custom wooden crates for businesses throughout Toronto and the GTA. Based in Mississauga, we're minutes from Toronto via the 401. With decades of experience and capacity for industrial equipment up to 35,000 lbs, we handle the full range of commercial shipments - from precision instruments and fine art to heavy industrial machinery heading across the country or overseas.
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Up to 35,000 lbs
1–3 day turnaround
ISPM-15 certified

Crating and Packing Services We Offer in Toronto

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.
  • Industrial crating
    Machinery, manufacturing equipment, and heavy industrial cargo up to 35,000 lbs.
  • On-site crating
    We come to your Toronto facility and build the crate around your equipment - no need to move heavy or immovable machinery.
  • Export crating
    ISPM-15 certified lumber for international shipments - required for customs clearance in most countries.
  • Medical equipment crating
    Precision instruments, sensitive devices, ESD-safe and hospital-grade packaging.
  • Fine art and antique crating
    Museum-grade protection for galleries, dealers, and auction houses.
  • Aircraft component crating
    Avionics, turbine components, and AOG emergency parts - precision crating for aerospace and MRO operations.
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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 Toronto and the GTA 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 Toronto and the GTA. 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 Toronto - including Downtown, Etobicoke, North York, East York, Scarborough, York, Liberty Village, Leslieville, Leaside, Weston, Downsview, Don Mills, The Junction, and Thorncliffe Park. One-time jobs and recurring commercial accounts both welcome.

Who We Work With

• Manufacturers and equipment dealers in Toronto's Etobicoke and North York industrial zones shipping machinery and components across Canada and internationally
• Film and television production companies shipping production equipment, cameras, and technical gear across North America
• Corporate businesses and professional services firms relocating or shipping equipment across the GTA and overseas
• Medical device companies and healthcare suppliers serving Toronto's hospital corridor on University Avenue and beyond
• Fine art dealers, galleries, and auction houses shipping high-value pieces
• Freight forwarders and logistics companies needing a reliable local crating partner

Toronto's Industrial and Commercial Scale

Toronto is Ontario's commercial and industrial capital — and one of North America's most active cities for film and television production, financial services, healthcare, and manufacturing. From Etobicoke's industrial parks to the Bay Street corporate corridor and the University Avenue hospital district, every industry has different crating demands, and most of them are here.

At Argos Crating, we build from scratch every time - assessing weight, fragility, stacking, and destination before a single cut is made. For Toronto's businesses and manufacturers, that means crates that do the job, whatever the cargo.

Why Choose Argos Crating in Toronto?

Serving Toronto and the GTA - custom crating for every industry, every scale.
  • Custom-built for every item
    No standard-size crates. Every build designed around your cargo's exact dimensions, weight, and fragility.
  • Based in Mississauga, minutes from Toronto via the 401
    Faster turnaround than remote competitors
  • ISPM-15 certified crating
    All export crates use certified lumber meeting international customs requirements.
  • On-site crating for Toronto facilities
    We come to your location, no need to move heavy or immovable equipment.
  • Fast turnaround
    Most jobs completed in 2–3 business days; rush available.
  • No hidden charges
    Clear, upfront quotes within 24 hours.
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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:
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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

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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 Toronto? Contact us for a quote — we respond within 24 hours.
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