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WHAT WE DO

Crating & Packaging Done Right.

Every service CWF provides starts with a construction mindset—structural integrity first. From a single export crate to a full facility relocation, we engineer the solution and execute it, on-site if needed. There is nothing we can’t pack.

CERTIFIED

ISPM-15

Our lumber is heat treated and certified for international export—meeting phytosanitary requirements for shipments to Europe, Asia, Africa, and beyond. It meets the standards required by most freight forwarders for international cargo.

ISPM-15 CERTIFIED

CORE SERVICES

What We Build.

01

Custom Crates, Delivered

Know exactly what you need? We’ll build to your specifications and deliver right to your door. Every crate product can be customized to meet your requirements.

02

Trade Show & Exhibit Crating

Purpose-built for repeat use—these crates ship multiple times a year and need to look the part. Decorative exterior finishes and custom stenciling are available to represent your brand on the show floor.

03

Freight Forwarding Support

We are a trusted crating partner for freight forwarders moving cargo internationally. We work as a team alongside the forwarder—ensuring the shipping company feels confident their cargo will arrive in spec and in good shape. Consultations are available.

04

Rigging & On-Site Packing

CWF works alongside rigging companies to break down, crate, and ship heavy equipment domestically and internationally. We come to your location— with all components pre-built at our facility and assembled on-site.

05

Government & Mil-Spec Crating

MIL-Spec crating for government and defense programs. CAGE #13RB0 registered, PHMSA certified. We operate under strict documentation requirements and handle sensitive government shipments with full compliance.

06

Export & International Crating

ISPM-15 certified, heat-treated lumber for any international destination. Air freight, ocean freight, and customs-compliant builds ensure shipments meet international phytosanitary standards.

09

Custom Skids

Made-to-order heavy-duty skids built for the loads they carry. Fork-strike protection, stack integrity, and structural design for the harshest freight environments.

08

Custom Pallets

From a steady flow of standard 40″×48″ pallets to fully custom solutions. Just-In-Time pallet programs and pallet retrieval services are available to help manage your inbound inventory flow.

09

Packaging Consultations

Not sure what your product needs? We’ll visit your location, measure, assess, and recommend. We help procurement teams, engineers, and freight forwarders understand real packaging requirements before problems happen.

Certifications & Compliance

Standards We Meet.

I S P M - 1 5

ISPM-15 Certified Export Lumber

International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures No. 15 (ISPM-15). All CWF lumber is heat treated and certified—required for wood packaging material used in international trade. This certification is what freight forwarders and international shippers look for first.

PHMSA CERTIFIED

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration certified for hazardous materials packaging compliance.

MIL-SPEC

Military specification crating for government and defense programs. Strict documentation, CAGE registered, and full compliance with required protocols.

CAPABILITIES STATEMENT

Full capabilities statement available upon request—certifications, government work history, CAGE/UEI numbers, and full service scope.

Packaging Add-Ons

Extra Protection When It Counts.

VCI Bags

Vapor Corrosion Inhibitor (VCI) bags protect metal components from corrosion during long-distance or ocean freight transit.

Rust Prevention

Additional coatings and treatments for steel, iron, and ferrous components vulnerable to oxidation during shipment.

Poly Vapor Barriers

Polyethylene (Poly) vapor barriers shield sensitive equipment from moisture throughout transit and extended storage.

Heat Shrinking

Industrial heat shrink wrapping provides weatherproofing, tamper visibility, and added protection for exterior packaging.