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Keys to Effective Houston Freight Crating

A well-built customized crate is the key to the secure transport and arrival of fragile valuables and equipment. When evaluating freight companies, you should consider the degree of industry experience possessed by each company. Specifically, you should ensure that a company has the tools and expertise to help you determine when crating is necessary and exactly how crating can help protect your goods.

Determining Which Goods and Valuables Require Crating

While crating is not necessary for the majority of goods that are shipped, crating is the best option for specific products. Below are some examples of goods and valuables that should be packed inside a sturdy crate prior to shipping:

• Medical devices such as anesthesia machines, X-ray machines and C-arms
• Valuable antique furnishings
• Office equipment such as computers and printers
• Household valuables such as chandeliers, china and stereo equipment

All items should be securely wrapped and packed with protective material such as bubble wrap prior to shipment. This is especially critical if multimodal freight services will be employed.

Identifying Shipping Situations that Require Crating

Crating is particularly important when packing mobile items on wheels or goods that will be shipped internationally. Items on wheels should be secured inside a customized crate with plenty of packaging material to prevent any movement or damage during transit. And it is always a good idea to pack items in a protective crate if they will ultimately ship to an overseas destination.

Keys to Effective Freight Crating

Not all Houston freight crating companies are created equal. Effective freight crating requires the right combination of experience and materials. Below are the three keys to effective freight crating:

• Customization: A crate should be the appropriate size and shape to ensure safe transit
• Quality: A crate should be constructed of sturdy wood by an experienced builder
• Packing Materials:The items in the crate should be protected with bubble wrap, foam or other materials 

Please contact us if you are interested in learning how customized Houston freight crating can help you ensure that your goods and valuables arrive safely and securely at their destination.