Wooden Crates & Cases for Safe Storage & Shipping
Custom Timber Packaging Solutions
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When you’re shipping valuable equipment, heavy machinery, or delicate goods across Australia or overseas, the right packaging makes all the difference. At Crate n Pack Solutions, we’ve spent over 25 years crafting custom wooden crates and cases that protect what matters most to Melbourne businesses.
From lightweight plywood cases for electronics to heavy-duty industrial crates for mining equipment, we build timber packaging that handles Australia’s toughest transport conditions – and we do it fast.
- Custom built - made to order
- 2-5 days lead times
- Melbourne Wide Delivery
Understanding Crates, Cases and What You Need to Know
What's the Difference Between Crates and Cases?
Wooden Crates
Wooden Crates are open or partially enclosed structures made from timber slats. They're designed for strength and ventilation, perfect for heavy machinery, automotive parts, and
- Slatted or skeleton construction
- Maximum strength-to-weight ratio
- Easy forklift access
- Ideal for machinery and heavy equipment
Wooden Cases
Timber Cases are fully enclosed boxes with solid panel construction. They provide complete protection from dust, moisture, and damage – essential for sensitive electronics, precision instruments, and finished products. Cases offer:
- Complete environmental protection
- Smooth interior surfaces
- Security and concealment
- Perfect for delicate or valuable items
Not sure which you need? Our team helps Melbourne businesses choose the right timber packaging solution based on your product weight, fragility, destination, and budget. Call us at (03) 8759 1696 or request a quote.
Built to Protect Your Valuable Goods
Types of Crates and Cases We Manufacture
Industrial Strength Protection
Heavy-Duty Industrial Crates
Heavy duty crates are designed and built for the tough, heavy stuff. When you’re moving machinery, manufacturing equipment, or CNC machines & tools weighing tonnes, our reinforced industrial crates deliver maximum protection.
Heavy duty crates are perfect for:
- Mining equipment and machinery
- Manufacturing tools and dies
- Industrial pumps and compressors
- Heavy automotive components
ISPM 15 Certified & Export-ready
Export Cases
Shipping your products overseas? Our ISPM15 certified export crates are built and designed to meet ISPM international phytosanitary standards with certification available on request. Don’t risk customs delays or rejected shipments. Get your export crates built by the best crating company in Melbourne.
Certified for all international destinations
- Retail, Warehouse & Distribution
- Logistics, Importers & Exporters
- Mining, Wind & Oil Industries
- Manufacturing & Electrical Industries
Airfreight Preferred Case Option
Lightweight Plywood Crates
Sometimes you need wood’s strength with a refined finish. Our plywood cases combine durability with a smooth, professional appearance – perfect for retail displays, trade shows, or sensitive equipment.
We have built custom crates for:
- Electronics and IT equipment
- Trade show displays and exhibits
- Retail product distribution
- Precision measurement tools
Protection For Your Goods
Custom Wooden Crates
Every business has unique packaging needs. Our custom crate design service ensures perfect protection for any product, no matter how unusual the size or shape. Tell us your dimensions, weight, and destination – we’ll engineer a solution that works.
We have built custom crates for:
- Oversized industrial machinery
- Laboratory and scientific instruments
- Unique prototype equipment
- Heavy automotive components
Cost Effective B2B partner transport
Re-usable Crates & Cases
Need packaging that saves warehouse space when not in use? Our collapsible timber or plywood crates fold flat for efficient storage and can be reused dozens of times.
Certified for all international destinations:
We have built custom crates for:
- Inter-company shipments
- Trade show equipment
- Regular supplier-to-factory transport
- Manufacturing & Electrical Industries
ISPM 15 Certification
What It Means for Your Export Shipments
If you’re shipping timber packaging internationally, you need ISPM 15 compliance. This international standard prevents the spread of timber pests and diseases across borders.
Don’t risk having your shipment rejected at customs. All our export crates come ISPM 15 certified as standard.
If you’re shipping timber packaging internationally, you need ISPM 15 compliance. This international standard prevents the spread of timber pests and diseases across borders.
Heat Treatment: All timber is heated to 56°C core temperature for minimum 30 minutes
Official Marking: Each crate receives the certified ISPM 15 stamp
Documentation: Full compliance certificates provided for customs
Quality Assurance: Regular audits ensure ongoing compliance
Virtually all major trading partners require ISPM 15 certification, including:
- United States
- China
- European Union nations
- United Kingdom
- New Zealand
- Japan
- South Korea
- Canada
- And many more
Premium Pallets & Packaging Solutions for Every Industry
Our Pallet, Crates & Cases Products
Looking to buy wooden pallets and crates? We manufacture all types of pallets, crates, timber cases and plywood cases We understand that every industry has unique packaging requirements and that’s why we choose to work closely with our clients – to deliver reliable and durable pallet and crate solutions – that work!! To learn more about our full range, call us on (03) 8759 1696.
Custom Pallets
Crates & Cases
Heat Treated Pallets
New Pallets
Plywood Cases
ISPM15 Pallets
Areas We Service
Delivering Crates & Cases across Melbourne
Based in Dandenong South, we deliver custom crates and cases throughout Melbourne:
South East Melbourne
- Dandenong, Clayton, Springvale, Noble Park, Keysborough, Mulgrave, Scoresby, Rowville, Hallam, Cranbourne, Pakenham
Bayside
- Moorabbin, Mentone, Cheltenham, Mordialloc, Frankston, Carrum Downs
East Melbourne
- Ringwood, Bayswater, Boronia, Ferntree Gully, Belgrave, Mount Waverley, Glen Waverley, Wheelers Hill
Inner Melbourne
- Brunswick, Richmond, Collingwood, Port Melbourne, South Melbourne, Footscray
Together, we deliver more
Why Melbourne Businesses Choose Crate n Pack Solutions
We believe quality protection shouldn’t break your budget. Our efficient manufacturing process and bulk timber purchasing power let us offer competitive rates while maintaining superior quality.
Whether you need standard pallets, custom timber packaging solutions, or certified export-ready containers, our 25+ years of expertise ensures your products are protected and compliant for any destination.
Melbourne's Trusted Timber Packaging Manufacturer Since 1999
Don’t risk damage to valuable equipment with inadequate packaging. Contact Pallets Online today for professional crates and cases that deliver protection you can trust.
- 25+ Years Experience - Established 1999, family-owned Melbourne business
- ISPM 15 Certified - Full export compliance guaranteed
- Custom Solutions - Every crate designed for your specific needs
- No Minimums - From 1 crate to 1000+, same quality service
- Competitive Pricing - Great value without compromising protection
25+ Years Trusted Crating industry Experience
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At Pallets Online, we manufacture heavy-duty shipping crates & cases are engineered specifically for Australian freight conditions – from Melbourne’s busy port to remote mining sites across the continent.
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Ready to protect your valuable products with professional timber packaging? Our Melbourne team brings decades of experience in timber packaging solutions, ensuring our clients valuable equipment is safe and secure during transportation or storage.
FAQ's
What's the weight limit for timber crates?
Our industrial crates can safely handle loads exceeding 2000kg when properly designed. We engineer each crate based on your specific load weight, distribution, and handling requirement
Can you rush an urgent order?
Yes! We handle rush orders regularly. Call us on (03) 8759 1696 to discuss your deadline. Many urgent orders ship within 24-48 hours.
Do you provide packaging services?
Absolutely. Crate n Pack Solutions, we offer professional on-site and in-house packing services for heavy machinery, delicate equipment, and oversized cargo.
What's the difference between heat-treated and fumigated timber?
What’s the difference between heat-treated and fumigated timber?
Both meet ISPM 15 standards. Heat treatment uses kiln heating (most common), while fumigation uses methyl bromide gas (being phased out globally). We use heat treatment as standard.
Do you sell secondhand or used crates?
We focus on new custom manufacturing, but occasionally have quality secondhand crates available. Contact us to check current availability.
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