THE CRATERS & FREIGHTERS NETWORK
A National Powerhouse with Local Accountability.
Craters & Freighters of Cincinnati is the premier provider of specialized shipping and custom crating for Cincinnati, Dayton, and Northern Kentucky, with extended service throughout Kentucky and West Virginia. With more than three decades of experience, our local team takes full responsibility for the safe packaging and transport of high-value assets, delivering proven expertise and dependable results.
We specialize in custom-engineered packaging solutions designed around each item’s weight, size, and fragility. From on-site crating for oversized equipment to commercial and industrial projects, our services include ISPM-15 certified wood crating, heat-treated packaging, and advanced protective measures to ensure secure domestic and international transport.
From fine art and heirlooms to industrial machinery and sensitive technology, our Cincinnati-based team provides white-glove service and professional handling on every job. Serving the Dayton manufacturing corridor, industrial sites in West Virginia, and customers across Kentucky, Craters & Freighters delivers the confidence that your most valuable shipments will arrive safely, responsibly, and on time.
Commercial Services
We help organizations of all kinds get their valuable assets to their destination safely and securely.
Shipping Services
We offer an array of shipping services to take the stress out of transporting your items.
Residential Services
We treat your items like they are our own, providing exceptional attention to detail.
Crating & Packaging Services
Our teams have unmatched expertise in providing custom crating and packing solutions.
FAST & EASY PROCESS
We can crate, pack, and ship your largest, most heavy and valuable items.
When other providers choose to step away from a difficult project, our Cincinnati team steps up and gets the job done. We thrive on being challenged and making even the toughest logistics look easy. By leveraging our extensive national relationships, we provide a conclusive service offering that allows us to succeed where other local providers often fall short. For your total peace of mind, we also offer the ability to fully insure your items throughout the entire journey—from initial pickup and custom packaging to the final destination.
STEP 1
Contact us to discuss
your needs.
STEP 2
We provide a quote with a
recommended approach.
STEP 3
Once approved we package,
crate and/or ship your item.
Expertise that delivers.
Our Cincinnati team offers more than just industry standards and logistics insight; we provide an unwavering commitment and a code of conduct built on core values you can trust. Unmatched by any other service in the region, our experts bring over three decades of experience and the steadfast confidence required to handle your project with honor and success.
Prepared for Any Challenge, Committed to Every Promise.
Our mission is to be Always Prepared for the logistics challenges others avoid. By combining our local dedication with a powerful national network, we provide a conclusive service built on integrity and duty.
A Code of Service: Our Core Values in Action
Trustworthy: We do what we say we will do. Trust is the foundation of our service, and we earn it through clear communication and the reliable, on-time delivery of your shipment as promised.
Helpful & Responsive: We answer the call promptly and expedite your projects with care. Our Cincinnati team works as a cohesive unit, ensuring you benefit from the collective expertise of our entire network.
Courteous: Professionalism is our standard. Our team takes pride in being friendly and respectful, treating every client with the personal attention and “go the extra mile” attitude they deserve.
Dependable: We respect your schedule. Whether we are picking up valuables locally or coordinating a global delivery, we show up on time and handle your items with the utmost care.
Loyal to Our Mission: We empower our team to collaborate and find the best solutions for your unique needs. We are committed to your project from the first point of contact until the job is successfully completed.
Prepared for Any Challenge: We have the confidence to take on the difficult projects that others avoid. With decades of experience, our Cincinnati experts handle your most complex logistics with steadfast success.
Ready to Start Your Next Project?
Experience the difference that true expertise and a commitment to service can make. Contact us today for a free consultation and let our Cincinnati team provide the custom crating and shipping solutions you need.