How To Choose A Shipping Crate Company

For a business that relies on transporting goods, the choice of a shipping crate company to partner with is one of the most crucial decisions you have to make. Packaging plays a major role in how customers respond to a product. It can also make a significant impact on your business’s operations. Too expensive, and your customers might balk at the shipping cost. Cheap, but not sturdy, the product might get damaged, and they probably won’t buy from you again.

So how do you choose? First, determine what type of crate packaging your business needs. Below are a few things to analyze in order to help you determine what those needs are.

1. Your product’s size, weight, shape, and design

Is it fragile? Does it need an elaborate setup to ship? There are different types of crates designed for different kinds of goods. You will need to check if a suitable crate or pallet is available in the shipping company you plan to partner with.

2. Your shipping frequency

Are you constantly sending off products? You might want to check if your shipping company offers reusable shipping crates to help you save on costs. These are designed to be much sturdier than one-use containers and can be used many times over.

3. Your shipping volume

The number of products you plan to ship is also a considerable factor. Companies usually charge affordable rates for high-volume shipments but will quote expensive figures for low-volume ones. The key is finding a company that will accept low-volume shipments at reasonable prices.

4. Your budget

There are typically three types of crates and containers: wood, plastic, and metal. While metal affords maximum protection, it is also quite expensive. Wood, on the other hand, is sturdy enough for multiple uses and is much cheaper than plastic or metal. Look for a shipping company that offers you options to choose from, that also fits your budget.

Questions to Ask About Your Shipping Crate Company

1. Is It Local?

Now that you have a general idea of what type of packaging you need, it’s time to search for the right shipping crate company for you. Here are a few things to consider when choosing your shipping crate company:

A local shipping company might be a better option for you. Local companies usually offer personalized service and are much easier to access than non-local ones in case you need help regarding your shipment. There is also that sense of community that local businesses offer and there’s usually a different kind of care that local companies put into their service.

2. Are they licensed and insured?

With licensed and insured companies, you are sure that they are meeting strict rules and regulations imposed by the state or the city. Insurance is also another layer of protection for your products should anything happen.

3. How many years have they been in business?

Shipping crate companies with years of experience will be able to help you quickly figure out the right package requirements that you need. And with years of service, it will be easy to look into their past customer experiences to check for good reviews.

4. Do they have a wide variety of products to choose from?

Different businesses equal different goods. A company with an extensive range of products to choose from can easily supply you with the specific shipping crate that you need. It’s also worth looking into companies that are able to customize for highly complex crating requests.

5. Can their products pass international shipping standards?

If you plan to ship your products overseas, you may need to find a company that can supply you with crates that are fit for travel over long distances. For example, if your wood materials are made of coniferous softwood and non-coniferous hardwood, they must have ISPM15 (a regulation that requires wood material with thickness than 6mm to undergo heat treatment first) to get approval for shipping.

6. Are their prices competitive?

Take a look at the rates different crating companies provide and compare that against the value they have on offer. You should be able to get a clearer picture of a company’s crating charges if they are reasonable or not.

Why You Should Choose Anderson Pallet & Crate To Be Your Shipping Crate Company

Anderson Pallet and Crate is a family-owned company that has been in operation for over 37 years. We’re the leading provider of high-quality wooden shipping crates in Colorado, with an extensive range of packaging solutions to choose from. While we are located in Colorado, we ship all over the country! And with our decades of experience, you can be sure that we can supply you with just the right shipping crate that you need.

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Michael Gardner

01:52 04 May 18

A company with excellence in service & quality. I would highly recommend doing business with these professionals.

Zach Thompson

18:19 12 Mar 18

They were awesome. I went in their for some business and the place looked awesome and everyone I dealt with was very professional and nice. Great company!!!

ampro fire

00:42 12 Jan 18

I just had to take a minute to let Colorado know what a great company this is. Professional, curtious, just a pleasure to work with. Thanks to the whole team there!

Carla McManus

21:07 27 Nov 17

Service was exceptional. Everyone was so helpful and knowledgeable. Recommend them highly.

Andrew R

17:32 09 Sep 17

Dave did a GREAT job on some custom crates for my business. Quality was great, design was well thought out. Super nice guy too. Will be using him again!

Alexander Gravel

01:40 02 Sep 18

What a great company! Customer service was great, very extensive knowledge of the industry. Highly recommend them for your pallet and crate needs.

Gayle Belvin

13:12 14 Sep 18

Great company! So easy to deal with and best prices in all of Denver.

Kathleen Ramirez

13:40 14 Sep 18

Great company to work with, professional, knowledgeable and great pricing. Highly recommend!

Ajdin-Sasha Hegic

20:00 14 Sep 18

I worked with Carolyn and her team, they were AMAZING! They crated and shrink wrapped my my freight. Customer said her team was fast and professional. Also, i was given all the correct documentation for shipping right away. Tip top service!

Morgan Corp Parts

13:46 18 Sep 18

Can I give 10 stars? I would if I could. Carolyn is amazing. Our previous pallet supplier went out of business, and in a scramble to find a new supplier I found Anderson Pallet. I wish I would of found them a year ago! Not only did they make exactly what we needed for a better price, but when we needed something a little different they came up with a perfect solution. Our freight claims have went down and even our customers are noticing they are sturdier and are thankful for less damaged parts. It's good to work with a company that in today's hectic times still makes you feel like you are the number one priority and part of the Anderson family.

Brett Ranieri

17:28 10 Oct 18

Fantastic company to work with! Carolyn was incredibly helpful and very responsive. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for pallets. We will be sure to go back to Anderson for all our pallet needs in the future.

Jenn Talluto

23:40 05 Nov 18

Very professional company. Quality of product is the best I've seen in a long time. Pricing is super competitive. The owners are awesome and they do whatever they need to do to make the customer happy. They definitely go the "extra mile" for their customers. I HIGHLY recommend Anderson Pallet & Crate!

Brad Brackel

23:51 13 Dec 18

Anderson Pallet and Crate went above and beyond our expectations and built a high-quality crate that our customers love! They defiantly exceeded our expectations for stenciling as you can see in the photos I've attached as well. If you need a high-quality crate at a more than reasonable price Anderson Pallet and Crate is the only place to go!

Sam Chappell

21:54 28 Jun 19

Anderson Pallet makes us crates that we use to export goods to Africa, and they are always an absolute pleasure to work with!

Boyd Wilkinson

20:39 05 Aug 19

Jason and Anderson Pallet and Crate provided excellent service, fast quotes, great designs, and on-time delivery at a fair price. Couldn't ask for anything better! We will absolutely become a repeat client.

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Merrick Daughterty

19:04 13 Nov 20

Anderson Pallet and Crate have been providing us with top quality crates and are willing to customize crates to your need. We specifically needed drop down doors on our crates, and their customer service and design team have been able to go above and beyond our needs with short lead times. Highly recommend to anyone with crating needs, big or small.

Julie Wadlow

18:27 30 Jul 21

Couldn't believe how quickly Anderson Pallet and Crate got our order filled and delivered to our high security job site. Really impressed with their low prices and great service. We highly recommend them.

Paul Benington

22:48 30 Apr 23

If you need a custom wooden dog crate for international travel or the exporting of animals, I strongly recommend Anderson Pallet and Crate. Jason, Brian, and Israel took great care of me, were careful with my specific design needs for international pet travel, allowed me to provide custom materials to meet all regulations, worked with me to alter and verify all of the specifications, and then exceeded all my expectations in the both the construction and materials used. I could not be happier with their timely work and the great price. I think they should corner the market on international pet travel for customers needing custom crates for their large dogs and other animals! See my pics! Great company! Thanks, guys! Forever grateful! Paul Benington

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How To Choose A Shipping Crate Company