Packaging at Coastal Logistics Group (CLG) is more than a service — it is a reflection of the values that guide how CLG operates every day. From engineering and construction to on-site execution and final delivery, CLG embeds its core values of Safety, Integrity, Diligence, and Excellence into every packaging solution.
As the third blog in our packaging series, this piece explores how those values move beyond philosophy and become visible in daily execution, construction standards, and the confidence customers gain when their freight is protected by custom solutions.
At CLG, safety begins at the design table and carries through final assembly. Engineered crate specifications include these types of features:
Minimum 2×4 framing
Multi-layer 3/8-inch plywood paneling
Secure screw-shank fastening patterns spaced four to six inches apart in a reinforced“W” configuration
These specifications are selected not only for durability, but for the stability they provide during lifting, stacking, storage, and transport.
Operational safety is further supported through modern equipment safeguards, including enclosed cutting zones, blade interlocks, and emergency stop controls on CLG’s computerized panel saw systems. Whether packaging is completed in the crate shop or at a customer facility, disciplined safety practices protect both personnel and cargo throughout the handling process.
This intentional approach helps reduce transit risk, prevent structural failure, and ensure freight arrives safely—delivering measurable peace of mind for customers.
Integrity in packaging is demonstrated through consistent standards and verified compliance. CLG operates in accordance with the International Plant Protection Convention’s ISPM 15 regulations, ensuring wood packaging materials meet relevant global requirements for international trade. Our crate shop builds to Military Specifications (Mil-Spec) that support governing preservation methods and container selection (MIL-STD-2073-1E) as well as defining design, material, and assembly requirements for wood-sheathed crates (MIL-C104C). Every packaging solution follows engineered specifications, documented construction methods, and clearly defined quality expectations.
Open communication is equally important. CLG collaborates closely with customers, aligning packaging design with real operating conditions and offering services that account for their locations. With on-site packaging and the ability to ship custom crates directly, we build value in catering to our customers’ needs.
These frameworks provide customers with clear, recognized benchmarks for packaging quality—reinforcing transparency and long-term trust.
At CLG, diligence is the result of continuous collaboration between our Industrial Engineering team and our Packaging /Crate Shop teams from concept through final build.
Each project begins with disciplined evaluation. CLG’s engineers analyze the full range of factors that influence in-transit performance, including:
Weight distribution
Center of gravity
Fragility
Lift points
Handling frequency
Stacking requirements
Environmental exposure such as moisture or long-duration storage
Rather than designing in isolation, engineering works directly with packaging and preservation specialists to ensure proposed solutions reflect real-world handling conditions and fabrication practicality.
This partnership continues into production. Engineered designs and specifications guide crate construction, while the crate shop team contributes hands-on expertise in structural assembly, fastening strategy, and material behavior. Together, the teams confirm that minimum framing dimensions, multi-layer plywood paneling, and reinforced screw-shank fastening patterns are applied exactly as intended—preserving structural integrity through lifting, transport vibration, storage, and containerization.
Precision fabrication tools, including the Hendrick HK53200PL computerized panel saw, further support this collaborative workflow. Digital controls, automated blade positioning, and material-optimization software allow the crate shop to execute engineering designs with repeatable accuracy, tight tolerances, and reduced material variability.
Quality assurance, therefore, is not a final checkpoin. It is a shared, continuous process where engineering intent and skilled craftsmanship remain aligned at every stage.
For customers, this depth of coordinated diligence results in stronger structural performance, fewer in-transit failures, minimized rework, and greater confidence when moving high-value or sensitive freight through complex supply chains.
At CLG, excellence means packaging must contribute to operational performance and overall success of the supply chain. Solutions are designed to integrate with warehousing, project cargo coordination, transportation planning, and other value-added services—supporting smoother handling, efficient storage, and reliable delivery timelines.
Flexibility is also a defining part of this standard. CLG provides on-site packaging services, in-shop crate manufacturing, and knockdown crate solutions for remote assembly, allowing customers to choose the approach that best fits their operational environment without sacrificing protection or quality.
Continuous investment in people, processes, and equipment ensures CLG’s capabilities evolve alongside customer needs and industry demands.
What ultimately differentiates CLG’s packaging services is not a single material, machine, or method—it is the consistency of its principles. Safety protects people, cargo, and the workplace. Integrity drives security, reliability, and long-term trust. Diligence ensures precision, engineering, and professional builds. Excellence powers tailored solutions and continuous improvement.
Together, these values shape packaging solutions that do more than protect freight. They strengthen confidence across the entire supply chain and logistics journey.
Coastal Logistics Group (CLG) is a leading provider of comprehensive supply chain solutions, specializing in warehousing, transportation, and niche logistics services. With strategic hubs in Savannah, Charleston, and Norfolk, CLG offers unparalleled access to America's largest and fastest-growing ports. Services include advanced drayage, efficient distribution, and nationwide transportation, tailored for complex freight and on-site logistics. We creatively engineer and deliver seamless, systematic, and speedy solutions that drive business forward. For more information, please explore our website or request a quote.