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How To Prepare a Chandelier for Shipping

Mar 2, 2022 | Crating, Packaging, Relocation, Shipping

Chandeliers add ambiance and sophistication to any space, but those things come at a price. Often, chandeliers are expensive, which means that if you invest in one, you want it with you for years to come. At Craters & Freighters Birmingham we understand that...
Why Clear Communication Is Vital for Your Crating and Shipping Provider

Why Clear Communication Is Vital for Your Crating and Shipping Provider

Jan 26, 2022 | Crating, Shipping

When you hand over valuable assets to a specialty crating, packaging and shipping company, it can feel like those items have gone into a blackhole. You aren’t traveling with the shipment, of course, so you don’t know where it is at any given time. In addition, you...
“You Shipped What?” Our Most Interesting Specialty Crating and Shipping Projects.

“You Shipped What?” Our Most Interesting Specialty Crating and Shipping Projects.

Nov 17, 2021 | Crating, Shipping

When people think of crating and shipping services, the image that often comes to mind is an item being put into a simple, rectangular wood box with some packing peanuts or moving blankets being thrown in to provide a little cushioning. They also tend to envision...
Moving Resources in an Emergency: How a Specialty Shipper Can Assist FEMA

Moving Resources in an Emergency: How a Specialty Shipper Can Assist FEMA

Oct 25, 2021 | Crating, Packaging, Shipping

As a specialty crating, packaging and shipping company, Craters & Freighters helps businesses and individuals move important assets across the country and around the world every day. In some cases, those shipments are time-sensitive. However, nothing compares to...
A Look Inside the Crate: Bracing, Padding and Other Protective Measures

A Look Inside the Crate: Bracing, Padding and Other Protective Measures

Sep 23, 2021 | Crating, Packaging, Technology

Ensuring that your items arrive safely at their destination in as-shipped conditions requires multiple layers of protection. The first layer, in many instances, is a strong wood crate. Often this is a custom-built wood crate specifically designed to maximize the...
Important Considerations for Shipping Lithium Batteries

Important Considerations for Shipping Lithium Batteries

Aug 31, 2021 | Crating, Hazmat, Packaging, Shipping

Lithium batteries power a wide variety of devices and equipment. That includes providing the spark when you turn the key (or push the button) to start your car or truck. They have a high capacity, provide a large number of charge cycles, and are a low-maintenance...
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