New Wooden Crates & Boxes

When you need to move something heavy, awkwardly shaped, or valuable, the packaging you choose makes a real difference. Cardboard boxes work for small items, but they won't withstand the weight of an engine block or the odd angles of a fire hydrant. That's where wooden crates and boxes come into the picture.

McVantage builds these containers to fit whatever you need to ship. We start by looking at the item itself. Its size, its weight, how fragile it might be, and how it needs to sit during transport. From there, we design a crate that holds it firmly in place and keeps it safe during loading, unloading, and travel.

What Makes a Crate Work

A good wooden crate does more than just surround an item. It supports the weight, absorbs shocks from bumps in the road, and keeps the contents from shifting around. The boards, the fasteners, and the way everything connects all play a part in how well the crate performs.

McVantage uses several types of wood and engineered panels depending on what the job calls for. Plywood gives you a solid surface that works well for smaller crates and boxes. Oriented strand board, or OSB, offers a good balance of strength and cost for larger projects. For heavy industrial equipment, we often use solid lumber because it takes a beating without giving way.

Features You Can Add

Every shipment has its own requirements. We offer a wide range of options, so you get exactly what you need without paying for what you don't.

Hinges let you open and close a crate for inspection or to load items in a specific order. Quick assembly clips speed up the assembly process when you have many crates to put together. Collapsible crates fold down flat after use, saving space during return shipping and storage.

Some items need a little extra protection. Foam inserts cushion delicate surfaces and keep parts from rubbing against each other. Shock-absorbing features help protect sensitive equipment from vibrations and jolts during transit. For shipments that might get wet, a moisture barrier adds another layer of defense.

Design Choices That Matter

The way a crate goes together affects how well it works. Dado joints and band grooving create stronger connections at the corners, whereas clip corners add stability and make the crate easier to handle. We can also add lag bolts for extra holding power when you're dealing with very heavy loads.

Stenciling puts important information right on the crate. Handling instructions, destination addresses or contents descriptions. This saves time on the receiving end and reduces the risk of errors.

We heat treat all wood to meet ISPM 15 standards for internal shipments. This process eliminates pests and ensures the crate clears customs without issues. We stamp each crate with the required mark so inspectors can see it's been treated properly.

Strength You Can Count On

McVantage has been working with wood for three generations. The people who build these crates understand how wood behaves under load, how different fasteners perform, and what designs hold up best over long distances.

We use engineering software to design crates that match your item's weight and shape. This isn't guesswork. We calculate the board thickness, fastener spacing, and overall structure to ensure the crate does its job. The result is packaging that protects your product and keeps your shipping operation running smoothly.

Whether you need a simple box for a truck part or a large crate for industrial equipment, wooden packaging gives you the durability you can depend on. And when you work with McVantage, you get the benefit of decades of experience building crates that work the way they should.