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Trusted by museums, artists and industry for
23 years

Vevex specializes in custom crates for art, artifacts, industrial equipment, and anything too valuable to risk. When it has to arrive safe, organizations call Vevex.

From high art to heavy industry, we’ve handled it all

Clients trust us with the shipments that keep them up at night: irreplaceable art, delicate electronics, or oversized machinery with no room for mistakes. We thrive on solving problems others can’t (or won’t) touch. Our experience covers every scenario: last-minute rush orders, international exhibitions, or sensitive medical devices. We’ve seen customs hold-ups, climate extremes, and rough handling; and we design for it all.

Rod’s background in software taught him that details matter and that a process is only as strong as its weakest link. That’s why Vevex runs on a custom-coded system that eliminates errors before they happen and ensures every crate is built exactly for its shipment. Behind every successful delivery is a level of care and precision that lets our clients stop worrying and look good to their customers.

We know every detail matters, because every shipment is unique

Every crate starts with a conversation: What are you shipping? Where is it going? What could go wrong? We design for the real world: shock, vibration, temperature swings, and the unexpected. Interiors are custom-fit, foam is cut to cradle each item, and every closure, handle, and fastener is chosen for your journey. We once built a crate for a glass sculpture that had to survive three flights, two truck transfers, and a week in storage, without a scratch. That meant custom climate liners, vibration-dampening supports, and a build process documented step by step. That’s the level of detail we bring to every project, big or small. No shortcuts, no guesswork, just protection built for the journey ahead.

A process you can trust, no surprises

Every project starts with a conversation and ends with a successful delivery, because we keep you in the loop the whole way. Our process is built for reliability and transparency: fast quotes, structured project management, and proactive communication mean you’re never left wondering what’s next. If you need to reach us, you get a real person, never an automated reply. Clients tell us they feel supported and informed, not left guessing or chasing updates. That’s why so many come back to us, project after project. No guesswork, no grey areas; just real answers and real accountability.
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Built to global standards

Every Vevex crate is built to ISPM-15 standards, meaning it’s ready for international transport and customs. We know that delays at customs can cost more than just time. That’s why every crate we build meets the strictest international standards for wood packaging.

What our clients say

The crates are solid, on schedule and delivered on time.

5
Bertrand Joyal
New Format Studio
A woman with shoulder-length blonde hair, wearing a sleeveless patterned top, smiles at the camera against a plain light background.

We trust you’ve figured out the safest and least bulky design so the crate was not too heavy or bulky and the artwork arrived safely.

5
Jennifer Kostuik
Kostuik Gallery
A bearded person wearing glasses, a multicolored knit hat, and a blue jacket stands outdoors in a grassy area, smiling at the camera.

Robust protection and reusability are by far the most important factors. Knowing the crates are properly designed allows us to focus on other challenges.

5
Ethan Turner
Ideon Technologies
A woman with long brown hair, wearing a gray blazer and black top, stands smiling in front of posters depicting a UFO above trees.

Wouldn’t consider anyone else. Keeping the crate to house the work in storage is very valuable.

5
Mónica Reyes
Mónica Reyes Gallery
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Vevex has consistently delivered a high standard of quality, reliability, and responsiveness. Your team understands our products and their unique handling needs. We know we can count on you to get the details right the first time.

5
Quinn Johnson
A person wearing glasses and a checkered shirt sits in front of a wall with two patterned artworks displayed.

I rely on Vevex to create a crate to secure the work safely. The customer service ease and reliability make me exclusively work with your company.

5
Wil Aballe
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Vevex consistently produced the best crates we have ordered. I’ve been told numerous times by our clients how great the crates are.

5
Jeff Martin
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Our Vevex crates have been travelling around the world a dozen times and still return in good shape. European crates may use high-tech materials, but yours hold up better over time.

5
Khan
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Your crates have effortlessly worked for me since day 1. Pricing is always reasonable and you have never let me down.

5
Ben Barber
Ben Barber Studio
A woman with long, wavy hair smiles at the camera. She is wearing a light-colored blouse and is posed against a plain background.

Rod and his team think like art handlers. The finished crate reflects well on us—it is robust, tidy, and beautiful. Our artworks arrive exactly as they left.

5
Diamond Zhou
Paul Kyle Gallery

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