Some shipments are straightforward. The items that come to Navis Pack & Ship usually are not. Across the country, Navis designs and builds custom crates for items that are oversized, heavy, delicate, high-value, or simply irreplaceable. If something cannot be trusted to a standard box, it likely needs a crate built specifically for it. Below is a look at the types of items Navis crates every day, coast to coast.
What Can Navis Crate?
Navis Pack & Ship crates a wide range of items including CNC machines, medical equipment, server racks, fine art, antiques, trade show displays, industrial machinery, and fragile architectural elements. Custom crates are designed based on size, weight, fragility, and shipping requirements to protect items during domestic and international transport.
Technology That Cannot Be Power-Cycled Back to Life
Navis builds custom crates for sensitive electronics. These items often need protection that accounts for vibration, shock, and long transit distances.
- Server racks, blades, network hardware, storage arrays, and UPS units
- Broadcast equipment, professional audio and video gear, lighting, and control systems
- Digital kiosks, point-of-sale equipment, vintage arcade machines, and interactive displays
Medical and Scientific Equipment With No Margin for Error
Navis crates medical and laboratory equipment with a focus on immobilization, load distribution, and safe handling from origin to destination.
- Benchtop analyzers, MRI machines, incubators, and biosafety cabinets
- Ultrasound carts, endoscopy towers, and imaging components
- Diagnostic machines, spectrometers, and environmental testing systems on a case-by-case basis
Industrial Assets Built to Work, Not to Ship
Navis prepares industrial machinery for transport by designing crates that support weight distribution, secure components, and maintain alignment in transit.
- Motors, pumps, and automation components
- CNC machines, lathes, commercial appliances, and heavy equipment
- Engines, compressors, generators, and power units prepared to shipping requirements
Objects That Are Old, Rare, or One of One
Fine art, antiques, and collectibles often carry one-of-a-kind value. Navis crates these items to help protect surfaces, structure, finishes, and long-term value during transport.
- High-value framed artwork, heavy sculptures, priceless statues, and glass
- Antique furniture, grandfather clocks, chandeliers, mirrors, and decorative pieces
- Museum artifacts and one-of-a-kind collectibles handled case by case
Retail, Exhibits, and Brand Assets That Must Arrive Show-Ready
Navis designs crates for retail and trade show exhibits and booths that require durability, repeat handling, and protection across multiple shipments.
- Trade show booths, demo units, and display cases
- Store fixtures, shelving, counters, and custom millwork
- POP displays, branded signage, and architectural samples
Stone, Glass, and Architectural Elements That Do Not Forgive Mistakes
Heavy materials paired with fragility require rigid support and controlled load distribution.
- Marble and granite slabs, countertops, and tabletops
- Tempered and laminated glass, acrylic panels, and specialty glazing
- Doors, mantels, moldings, and fragile architectural components
Antique and Estate Items That Require Specialized Protection
Antique and estate items often combine age, fragility, and one-of-a-kind value. These pieces were not built for modern freight environments, which makes custom crating important for protecting finishes, structure, and historical character during transit.
- Vintage advertising signage, including porcelain, neon, and metal pieces
- Branded gas pumps, jukeboxes, pinball machines, and collectible vending equipment
- Heirloom furniture, estate furnishings, architectural salvage, and period décor
Protection Options Built Into the Crate
Depending on the shipment, crates may include foam-in-place, blocking and bracing, shock and tilt indicators, moisture barriers, and other protective features. Export-ready crates are also available for international shipping destinations.
Pickup, Crate, and Ship Anywhere
Navis can coordinate on-site pickup, design and build the crate, and manage shipping via LTL, full truckload, air freight, and ocean freight. Storage and staged delivery options are also available when projects require flexibility.
Contact Your Local Navis for a Custom Crating Quote
If you need to crate something heavy, fragile, oversized, or high in value, the right crate makes all the difference. Navis Pack & Ship works with businesses across industries to evaluate items, recommend the appropriate level of protection, and build crates designed for safe transport. Contact your local Navis location to discuss your shipment and request a custom crating quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Navis crate oversized or irregular items?
Yes. Navis designs custom crates based on the item’s dimensions, weight, fragility, and handling requirements.
Do you provide photo documentation for insurance or records?
Yes. Photos and condition notes can be taken to document the condition of items at pickup.
Can items be crated and shipped later?
Yes. Storage and staging options are available, allowing items to be crated and shipped on a scheduled or consolidated timeline.
Can Navis build crates for international shipping?
Yes. Navis can build export-ready crates for international shipments, including crates designed to meet ISPM 15 requirements when applicable.
Can Navis pick up the item before crating it?
Yes. Many Navis locations can coordinate pickup, bring the item to their facility, build the crate, and arrange shipping based on the destination and project requirements.
