Practical,
cost-efficient crating

Not every shipment is high-risk, but every shipment deserves reliable protection. Everyday Crates are designed for general freight and lower-risk items. For logistics teams, shippers, and businesses moving routine cargo, our everyday protection is the smart, economical choice.

When to choose
everyday protection

General freight and routine shipments

One-off or non-fragile items

Standard logistics and supply chain moves

Items with lower risk or value

Requiring only one side to open

Chosen for everyday shipping needs

Technical comparison table

Feature /Attribute

Museum
Crates

Industrial
Crates

Everyday
Crates

Feature /Attribute

CommonUse Cases

Museum
Crates

Museum loans, gallery shows, international art shipping

Industrial
Crates

Factories, construction, industrial supply chain

Everyday
Crates

Routine logistics, one-off shipments

Feature /Attribute

Best For

Museum
Crates

Artwork, artifacts, collectibles

Industrial
Crates

Machinery, equipment, repeat-use

Everyday
Crates

General freight, lower-risk

Feature /Attribute

How it Opens

Museum
Crates

Built to open on any or all sides

Industrial
Crates

Opens on one or more sides as needed

Everyday
Crates

Opens on one side only

Feature /Attribute

Protection Level

Museum
Crates

Maximum preservation and reusability

Industrial
Crates

Light weight or Heavy-duty as required

Everyday
Crates

Practical, cost-efficient

Feature /Attribute

Climate Control

Museum
Crates

Built-in or optional

Industrial
Crates

Optional (as needed)

Everyday
Crates

No

Feature /Attribute

Custom Interiors

Museum
Crates

Always (precision fit, cushioning)

Industrial
Crates

Always (for shape, weight, access)

Everyday
Crates

As needed (basic fit)

Feature /Attribute

Reusable Design

Museum
Crates

Optimal design for touring exhibits

Industrial
Crates

Standard (multiple uses expected)

Everyday
Crates

Individual or multi-use

Feature /Attribute

Handling Features

Museum
Crates

Specialized for delicate handling

Industrial
Crates

Reinforced for heavy/awkward loads

Everyday
Crates

Standard

Feature /Attribute

Compliance

Museum
Crates

Always meets global standards and all crates are ISPM-15 certified

Industrial
Crates

Always meets global standards and all crates are ISPM-15 certified

Everyday
Crates

Always meets global standards and all crates are ISPM-15 certified

Designed for the demands of
everyday shipping

Everyday Crates are engineered for reliability and efficiency. We tailor each crate to your shipment’s size and route, using proven materials and straightforward construction, so your cargo arrives safely, without overpaying for protection you don’t need.

Reliable, cost-efficient design

Lightweight construction:

Easy to handle, efficient for routine shipments

Opens on one side only:

Simple, secure access for general freight

Custom fit:

Sized to your shipment for safe transit

Standard materials:

Reliable ply and hardware for everyday use

Basic interiors:

Foam or bracing as needed for stability

Efficient construction:

Built for cost and speed

Reusable for art shows:

Can be used multiple times by dealers/artists, or as single-use for one-way shipments

Everyday crates:

Frequently asked questions

Are these crates suitable for international shipping?

Yes. All our crates, including Everyday, are ISPM-15 certified for global transport.

Can you customize the size for my shipment?

Absolutely. Every crate is sized for your cargo.

Is this crate reusable?

Everyday Crates are designed for single or short-term use, but we can recommend options for repeat shipments if needed.

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Practical,cost-efficient crating

When to chooseeveryday protection

Chosen for everyday shipping needs

Technical comparison table

Designed for the demands ofeveryday shipping

Reliable, cost-efficient design

Lightweight construction:

Opens on one side only:

Custom fit:

Standard materials:

Basic interiors:

Efficient construction:

Reusable for art shows:

Everyday crates:

Frequently asked questions

Are these crates suitable for international shipping?

Can you customize the size for my shipment?

Is this crate reusable?

See how we protect your shipment

Tell us about yournext shipment

Practical,
cost-efficient crating

When to choose
everyday protection

Designed for the demands of
everyday shipping

Tell us about your
next shipment