Within our fully integrated logistics operations, packaging and crating are strategic value-add services that directly influence safety, efficiency, and supply chain performance. The way commodities are prepared at origin impacts how they are stored, handled, transported, and ultimately delivered.
At Coastal Logistics Group (CLG), packaging is intentionally aligned with warehousing, transportation planning, and project cargo. By engineering packaging to reflect real operating conditions, CLG enhances overall logistics performance — reducing risk, supporting operational flow, and strengthening reliability at every stage.
Performance is not added at the end. It is built in from the start.
Durability starts with engineered structure.
CLG uses screw-shank nails across all crate manufacturing, providing significantly greater holding strength than smooth fasteners. This added withdrawal resistance is critical in multimodal transportation environments, where freight is exposed to vibration, lifting stress, and repeated handling cycles.
Fasteners are spaced 4 to 6 inches apart and installed in a reinforced “W” pattern along framing members. This method serves two important structural purposes:
It distributes load forces evenly across framing components, reducing localized stress concentrations.
Rather than functioning as isolated connection points, the framing and paneling work together as an integrated structural system — increasing long-term integrity during transit and storage.
Material selection is equally intentional.
CLG’s internal specifications require a minimum 2×4 framing and no less than 3/8-inch plywood paneling. These standards are rooted in structural performance expectations.
Heavier framing members increase load-bearing capacity and resist torsional stress during crane lifts and stacking. When cargo weight shifts or dynamic loading occurs, structural rigidity helps prevent distortion.
The specified plywood thickness enhances shear resistance while minimizing bowing. Multi-layer plywood construction improves fastener retention and reduces the risk of warping in fluctuating humidity environments — especially important for extended storage or long-distance transit.
Together, these standards help crates:
In integrated logistics environments, that consistency improves operational predictability.
Disciplined build methods form the foundation — but tailored engineering is what elevates CLG’s packaging services into a strategic advantage.
Every crate is developed through documented engineered specifications that are routinely reviewed to remain aligned with, or ahead of, industry expectations. Beyond compliance, engineering at CLG evaluates each shipment individually.
Solid plywood or lumber construction for maximum protection against moisture, dust, and theft — commonly used for sensitive or high-value exports.
Built on pallet-style bases for efficient forklift handling, especially suited for heavy equipment crating and industrial machinery.
Constructed with thicker lumber, steel bracing, or reinforced corners to support oversized or high-weight cargo.
Designed for repeat shipments using panel locking systems such as link-lock or snap-latch mechanisms — supporting sustainability and cost efficiency.
Fully customized crating solutions designed around machinery dimensions, center of gravity, and transport mode to minimize movement and mitigate damage risk.
CLG adjusts structural reinforcement, fastener density, panel selection, and interior preservation strategies to reflect the realities of transport and storage. This customization minimizes disruption by ensuring packaging supports warehousing plans, loading configurations, and transportation workflows.
International shipping demands more than structural strength. CLG’s export crating services incorporate compliance and preservation measures to protect cargo throughout global transit.
At CLG, packaging and crating services are engineered to enhance the effectiveness of the entire logistics operation. By combining disciplined construction methods, deliberate material standards, and cargo-specific engineering analysis, CLG delivers packaging solutions that support safe handling, predictable movement, and reliable outcomes.
Because in modern logistics, preparation drives performance.
And when packaging is built with intention, the entire supply chain moves stronger.
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.