Types of Crates You Can Use For Your Storage or Shipping Needs

13 September 2016
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If you need to put goods into storage or ship them, then you need to invest in the appropriate packaging for them. A misconception some people have is that crates are the same as boxes. The truth is, the similarities end in terms of appearance. This is because crates are designed with a sheathing that can be removed in the event you would like to expose the structure's lumber work. A box, on the other hand, has its sheathing fixed permanently onto its frame. Crates are also convenient if you have oddly shaped objects as they can be constructed around the item that needs to be either stored or transported. If you have either shipping or storage needs, the following are some of the types of crates that you can consider.

Closed crates

As the name suggests, these types of crates are characterized by their enclosed appearance. The materials used to enclose them is typically planks of plywood. Once the framework is in place, the manufacturers will install the sheathing on the exterior of the crate. Closed crates are ideal for products that require either security or privacy when being transported from one place to the next. They are also suitable for goods that pose the risk of leakage when in transit.

Open crates

The structural design between closed and open crates is not starkly different. The main differences are that the open crate will have one side that is not enclosed, hence giving it the name open crate. Secondly, the open crates will not be designed with plywood sheathing. Instead, they will only have wooden planks forming the walls of the crate. Open crates are the most suitable option if you are handling perishable goods such as fruits and other food items. This is because they are designed to enhance ventilation, which decreases the chances of your perishables rotting prematurely.

Framed crates

These types of crates will not have any type of sheathing. Instead, they are made of long planks of wood that have been assembled together to create the cube framework that will hold your goods together. If you would like to enhance the rigidity of this structure, you could have a diagonal piece of lumber installed on all sides of the cuboid frame. Framed crates are better suited at transporting bulky items such as machinery, equipment and more. The items that are transported using these types of crates should have tough surfaces, as they will not be receiving any protection.


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