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Timber crates, cases and wooden boxes to protect your products
Timber crates and wooden boxes are an effective option for heavy-duty packaging requirements. At Macfarlane Packaging, we can design and manufacture timber crates, timber cases, timber collars and wooden boxes to your specifications through our specialist manufacturing division.
Timber provides a strong and durable packaging solution, with the option for bespoke sizes, strength, colour and handling features. Additional features such as dunnage (inserts) and foam inserts can provide extra protection from impact, knocks and shocks. Suitable for export, we can offer ISPM15-compliant wooden packaging solutions too.
At Macfarlane, we can offer timber crates and wooden products suitable for various applications. Simply choose from cases, wraps or collars. We have a solution for you.
Explore our range of timber products
Hinged wooden boxes & timber crates
Hinged wooden boxes & timber crates / cases
Hinged wooden packing boxes (sometimes called timber crates or cases) are a viable alternative to plastic cases, where full water resistance is not required.
Available in bespoke sizes to eliminate wasted space during transit, the hinged design allows easy access to the pack’s contents.
Optional foam inserts can enhance protection by preventing the movement of your products and cushioning them against shocks and impact.
Ply batten cases
Ply batten cases
Our high-quality plywood cases are custom-designed by a team of experts to meet your specific shipping requirements.
Amongst the most popular wooden shipping crates, these ply-batten cases offer bespoke sizes and strengths thanks to varying thicknesses of plywood and robust timber battens.
This combination ensures a durable, long-lasting transit case ideal for a wide range of applications.
Softwood crates
Softwood crates
Optimise your shipping and storage with our premium softwood shipping crates, an ideal solution for businesses requiring reliable and efficient wooden crates.
Crafted with softwood cladding and frames, these crates are perfect for transporting and storing a wide range of industrial products and parts.
Our in-house team can design and manufacture softwood crates to provide ideal protection for your goods.
Pallet collars
Pallet collars
Our custom pallet collars are manufactured from timber and foam, making them ideal for export packaging of large, bulky, or heavy items.
Tailored to the exact dimensions of your product, custom collars secure your items firmly on the pallet. This prevents movement during handling and transport, thereby minimising transit damage.
Constructed from ISPM 15 heat-treated timber and FSC-certified wood, our pallet collars are ideal for export packaging requirements.
Timber frame wraps
Timber frame wraps
Constructed with a robust timber frame and covered in durable corrugated cardboard, these wraps provide greater strength than corrugated packaging and lighter weight than full timber crates.
These properties make them suitable for use throughout your supply chain. Whether transporting heavy machinery or fragile equipment, you can trust that your cargo will remain secure and protected at every step of its journey.
Painted timber cases
Painted timber cases
Available in over 2,800 RAL colours, we can paint your timber cases to match your brand identity, blend seamlessly into specific environments, or stand out for easy visibility.
We can also enhance your painted timber cases with stencilled logos, instructions, part numbers, and other essential information on the outer surfaces.
FAQs about timber crates
Who uses wooden shipping crates?
Timber crates from Macfarlane Packaging are versatile and perfect for shipping large objects, The crates are Various industries use wooden shipping crates, including manufacturing, agriculture, art and antiques, the military, furniture, logistics, electronics, and construction.
From which materials are wooden shipping crates typically constructed?
Wooden shipping crates are often made from various materials. While manufacturers commonly use softwoods like pine and spruce, plywood and even OSB (oriented strand board) are also popular choices.
What is the difference between hardwood and softwood?
The primary distinction between hardwood and softwood lies in their sources: hardwood is typically derived from deciduous trees, which shed their leaves in winter, while softwood is obtained from evergreen trees like conifers. Often more affordable, softwood is popular for export packaging, including pallets and pallet boxes.
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You can have timber crates & wooden boxes delivered to you from one of our regional distribution centres. UK delivery is available to and around the following locations:
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