Custom Pallets & Crates

Built to Spec for Heavy, Oversized, & Export Shipments in the Midwest

When a standard 48x40 isn’t enough, we build custom wood pallets, skids, and enclosed shipping crates around your exact dimensions, weight, handling needs, and destination—so your load ships safely and predictably.

Built locally • Fast turnaround • ISPM-15 available • Delivery across the Midwest

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Or call (630) 765-5476

When a Standard Pallet Isn’t Enough

Most warehouse shipments can move safely on a standard pallet. But custom builds are typically required when:

  • Your load exceeds standard pallet dimensions

  • Weight exceeds typical load capacity

  • The center of gravity is uneven or off-center

  • Equipment must be rack-supported

  • The shipment is fragile or high value

  • The load will be exported internationally

  • Full enclosure or environmental protection is required

If you’re unsure whether a standard pallet will safely handle your shipment, we can review your specs and recommend the most cost-effective solution.

When Do You Need a Crate Instead of a Pallet?

What We Build

Custom Pallets

Built to your exact dimensions and load requirements.

  • Custom length and width

  • Reinforced deck boards for heavy loads

  • Block or stringer construction

  • Designed for floor storage or racking

  • Heat-treated options available

Custom pallets are ideal for loads that are too large, too heavy, or too specialized for stock sizes.

Standard vs. Custom Pallets: Which Is Right for Your Load?

Heavy-Duty Skids

Low-profile base platforms ideal for machinery and industrial equipment.

  • Designed for forklift access

  • Built for concentrated weight loads

  • Suitable for domestic or export use

Fully Enclosed Shipping Crates

When protection matters most.

  • Built for fragile or high-value equipment

  • Export-ready and ISPM-15 compliant

  • Designed to reduce impact and shifting during transport

  • Stackable and transport-optimized

When Do You Need a Crate Instead of a Pallet?

Export Pallets & Crates: ISPM-15, Heat Treatment & Shipping Requirements

Common Types of Loads We Support

Our custom pallets and crates are designed to support a range of industrial and equipment shipments, including:

  • Machinery and mechanical equipment

  • HVAC and electrical systems

  • Pumps, motors, and assemblies

  • Fabricated metal components

  • Oversized or irregular equipment

  • Export shipments requiring heat treatment

Custom Pallets & Crates for Machinery and Industrial Equipment

How We Design for Strength & Safety

Every custom build is reviewed for:

  • Total load weight

  • Load distribution

  • Center of gravity

  • Forklift entry points

  • Racking requirements

  • Stacking conditions

  • Export compliance

If reinforcement or crating is required to prevent deflection or structural failure, we’ll recommend it. If a standard pallet is sufficient, we’ll tell you that too.

How Much Weight Can a Pallet Really Handle?

Are Your Pallets Safe for Racking?

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Export & Compliance

Shipping overseas requires proper heat treatment and documentation.

We provide:

  • ISPM-15 heat treatment

  • Proper stamping

  • Export-ready crating

  • Structural builds designed for long-distance transport

Export Pallets & Crates: ISPM-15, Heat Treatment & Shipping Requirements

What Affects Cost?

Custom pallet and crate pricing depends on:

  • Dimensions

  • Total weight

  • Lumber thickness and reinforcement

  • Enclosure requirements

  • Heat treatment

  • Quantity ordered

We provide clear pricing and realistic lead times based on your specifications.

What Does a Custom Pallet or Crate Cost?

How Long Does It Take to Build a Custom Pallet or Crate?

How to Get a Quote Quickly

To speed up quoting, include:

  • Overall dimensions (L × W × H)

  • Total shipment weight

  • Whether weight is evenly distributed

  • Destination (domestic or export)

  • Whether racking or stacking is required

  • Any special handling concerns

The more detail you provide, the faster we can recommend the right build.

How to Specify a Custom Pallet or Crate

Why Companies Choose Us for Custom Builds

  • Built locally in the Midwest

  • Fast turnaround times

  • Direct communication — no middle layers

  • Practical, load-driven designs

  • Straightforward pricing

We focus on structural integrity and operational practicality — not overbuilding or overselling.

Request a Custom Pallet or Crate Quote

If you have dimensions and weight, send them over. We’ll review your requirements and recommend the safest, most cost-effective solution.

Request a Custom Quote

Or call us at (630) 765-5476 to discuss your shipment.