Whether you’re moving a single heavy machine or relocating an entire production plant, the way you pack and protect your equipment is critical. Damaged machinery, extended downtime, or compliance headaches can quickly turn a move into an expensive setback.
Express Packing’s on site packing services solve these challenges by bringing experienced professionals, custom materials, and specialized tools directly to your facility. There’s no need to transport valuable assets to an off-site location. Our team handles every aspect of packing, crating, and securing your equipment right where it sits. This approach not only streamlines your move, but also keeps your operations running with fewer interruptions and far less risk.
Why Choose On Site Packing
On site packing minimizes downtime and keeps production moving during plant relocations and equipment moves. Express Packing’s crew comes to your facility, packs your assets in place, and eliminates the need for risky, unnecessary transport.
Key Benefits of On Site Packing
- Less Downtime & Disruption: Packing occurs at your location, so you avoid added transit steps. Crews work around your schedule, even during off-hours.
- Best for Sensitive or High-Value Equipment: Fewer moves mean lower risk of damage. Our custom crating is designed to fit each machine’s specifications, adhering to safety protocols to protect your team and assets.
- Tailored for Your Facility: We assess and address site-specific challenges, including machinery disassembly and unique facility layouts. Custom crates are built to fit your machines where they are.
- No Double Handling: Your equipment stays put until it’s securely crated or skidded, ready for final transport.
- Ideal for Oversized, Heavy, or Delicate Assets: Reduces the risk of mishandling and loss during transit.
Expert Tip: Coordinating plant moves to minimize production stops is crucial; on-site packing facilitates this process.
Our On Site Packing Process
Express Packing follows a proven, step-by-step method for safe, efficient, and disruption-free packing:
1. Pre-Planning & Consultation
- Project details are reviewed via call or site visit.
- Assess equipment size, weight, and any special requirements.
- Plan logistics: access points, utilities, safety needs.
- Scheduling fits your timeline, including after-hours if needed.
2. Custom Crate & Skid Construction
- Crates/skids designed and pre-built using certified, heat-treated lumber.
- For export, all wood meets ISPM 15 standards.
- When needed, crates are constructed on-site for a perfect fit.
3. On-Site Packing & Loading
- Crew arrives with all tools and packing materials.
- Equipment is prepped: disassembly, bracing, wrapping as required.
- Heavy items are handled with forklifts, hoists, or cranes, and our team can coordinate rigging.
- Machinery loaded onto custom skids or into crates.
- Packing is completed section-by-section for plant relocations, so other areas stay operational.
- Every crate is cushioned, immobilized, and clearly labeled.
4. Minimal Disruption & Site Clean-Up
- Floor and work areas are protected.
- All debris and leftover materials are removed after the job.
- Equipment can be loaded directly onto trucks or containers at your dock.
- Your site is left clean and ready for ongoing operations.
Industry Fact: Many on-site packing projects are completed efficiently to minimize downtime and cost.
When Is On Site Packing Necessary?
Some moves can be handled at a remote facility, but on site packing is essential in situations like:
Complete Plant Removals & Relocations
- Crating and securing equipment as it’s disconnected avoids delays.
- Immediate protection means gear is ready for rapid setup at the new facility.
Oversized or Heavy Equipment
- For very large assets such as CNCs, presses, or generators, moving them before crating isn’t practical or safe.
- Our team packs and supports equipment where it sits, avoiding risky interim transfers.
Sensitive or Calibrated Machinery
- Lab, medical, and high-precision equipment require specialized handling and sometimes OEM procedures.
- On-site packing allows for adherence to environmental controls and OEM guidelines, helping to preserve equipment calibration and condition.
When You Lack In-House Resources
- If your staff can’t safely pack large or valuable assets, or if you lack forklifts/cranes, we bring all required equipment.
- Our trained crew manages all steps so your staff can stay focused on their jobs.
Pro Insight: The first move for heavy equipment should also be the final move, going directly into its crate or skid for shipment.
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Advantages of Working with Express Packing
Express Packing offers expertise and reliability you won’t find everywhere.
Why Clients Trust Express Packing
- Over 35 Years’ Experience: Founded in 1987, specializes in on-site packing services tailored to customer needs.
- Highly Trained Crews: Our background-checked, safety-certified team is led by experienced supervisors. We maintain a strong safety record and provide full insurance for all on site work.
- Fast Mobilization: We keep key materials in stock and can often mobilize within days. Flexible scheduling supports urgent or phased projects.
- Certified for Export & Hazardous Goods: All export crates are ISPM 15 stamped. We’re experienced with MIL-spec, UN standards, and hazardous material requirements.
- End-to-End Solutions: From custom crate design and loading to logistics and preservation packaging, we handle every aspect of your plant or equipment move.
Company Statistic:
Express Packing has completed numerous on-site packing jobs across North America and overseas.
What You Get With Express Packing
| Service Feature | Benefits |
| On site custom crating | Secure fit, no extra moves |
| OSHA/ISPM 15 compliance | Meets safety & export standards |
| Packing for all equipment | Heavy, delicate, or high-value assets |
| Full insurance | Peace of mind, every job |
| Clean, fast service | Minimal downtime, site left spotless |
FAQs
How long does on site packing take?
For most projects, such as packing one or two machines, work is completed in a single day. Full plant relocations may require several days or be done in stages. Express Packing’s process of pre-building crates and organizing materials in advance keeps your downtime to a minimum. Timelines are confirmed during the consultation, and we can often accelerate schedules if you’re under time pressure.
What equipment and materials are provided?
We supply all lumber, hardware, cushioning, strapping, shrink wrap, tools, and safety gear. If your facility lacks heavy lifting equipment, we can provide or arrange forklifts or cranes as required. Our crews arrive fully equipped for all packing needs. You only need to provide access to the equipment.
How is disruption to our operations minimized?
We work during off-hours or weekends if preferred and isolate packing areas from active operations. Fast, clean crate assembly keeps noise and mess down. Debris is removed as we go. The result: most packing jobs finish with little to no impact on other areas.
Are you insured and certified?
Yes. Express Packing is fully insured for all on-site work. We maintain ISPM 15 certification (for export) and comply with OSHA, MIL-spec, and UN standards. Certificates of Insurance are available upon request.
What makes Express Packing different from other providers?
Our specialization in on site packing, decades of experience, and ability to mobilize quickly for urgent jobs make us a preferred choice. Each project is managed by an experienced supervisor and handled by background-checked professionals with strict safety and quality protocols.
Stress-Free Equipment Relocation
Express Packing delivers professional, efficient, and secure on site packing services for plant relocations and equipment moves. Our proven process:
- Minimizes downtime and disruption to your operations.
- Protects sensitive and high-value assets with custom, in-place crating.
- Provides rapid mobilization and full compliance with safety/export regulations.
- Leaves your site clean, organized, and ready for the next phase.
Choose Express Packing for:
- Plant relocations that can’t afford lost production.
- Equipment that’s too large, sensitive, or valuable to risk an off-site move.
- A single partner for packing, crating, logistics, and compliance.
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