<title>Crating and Packing</title>Crating and Packing

Crating and PackingCrating and Packing

Maquette offers a range of crating options and custom packing solutions to meet clients' budgetary and conservation requirements.

CUSTOM DESIGNED AND CRAFTED CRATESCUSTOM DESIGNED AND CRAFTED CRATES

A STYLE CRATE

Suitable for: Domestic & International shipments.
Crate shell: 1⁄2” MDO plywood walls with 3/4″ KDHT pine battens and handles: 2×4 (or 4 x 4) skids
Flat top
Hardware: Bolt-plate fasteners on lid.
Exterior protection: Paint or Lacquer Sealer, gasket on lid.
Insulation: As specified by client.
Cushioning: Designed in cooperation w/ client & conservation requirements.
Interior lining: As specified by client.

B STYLE CRATE

Suitable for: Domestic & International shipments.
Crate shell: 1⁄2” plywood walls with 3/4″ KDHT pine battens and handles: 2×4 (or 4 x 4) skids.
Hardware: Screw or Bolt-plate fasteners on lid.
Exterior protection: Optional Paint or Lacquer Sealer, gasket on lid.
Insulation: If needed / requested by client.
Cushioning: Standard 2″ Ester or Etha strips.
Interior lining: If needed / requested by client.

C STYLE CRATE (One Way)

Suitable for: Domestic shipments.
Crate shell: 3/4” plywood walls with 2×4 battens and handles
2×4 skids.
Hardware: Screws.
Exterior protection: None.
Insulation: On request (Unusual)
Cushioning: Standard 2″ Ester or Etha strips.
Interior lining: On request (Unusual).

EACH CRATE INCLUDES INSULATION AND CUSHIONING TO IMPROVE CLIMATE CONDITIONS AND SECURITY OF ARTWORKS DURING THE TRANSPORT.

OUR CUSTOM-DESIGNED  CRATES ARE CRAFTED IN VARIOUS SIZES AND CLASSES AND ARE BUILT OF ARCHIVAL, MUSEUM QUALITY MATERIALS.

MAQUETTE’S CRATING MANAGERS  WORK WITH CLIENTS TO ENSURE THAT ALL CLIENTS’ BUDGETARY AND PACKING REQUIREMENTS ARE MET.

Crating managers work directly with clients to design crates specific to each artwork, with additional considerations including transit method, frequency of use, and museum conservation best practices, all to ensure safe packing for textiles, ceramics, paper, sculpture and heavy objects.

Maquette is currently participating in a museum crating research study to evaluate and further improve protection against temperature change and vibration while providing greener solutions. This research has informed our crate design for maximum efficiency and value for our clients

Our team gives clients unrivaled individual attention, enduring accurate and prompt estimates for costs and dimensions. For your convenience, we can offer an accurate and prompt no-obligation cost estimate and the dimensions of the artwork shipping boxes.

Crating Sustainability ProgramCrating Sustainability Program

As part of our crating and packing sustainability program, we have created a reusable crating system for outgoing museum loans. This system differs from others on the market as it utilizes known and trusted crating materials with a functionality of a reusable outer casing. It is also adaptable as it allows for flat works and 3D objects.

Our crating program focuses on providing the safest packing while delivering ecologically mindful options.

SUSTAINABILITY PARTNERSHIPS

Sustainability is a key part of Maquette’s operation, and our partnership with the non-profit organization OneTreePlanted is part of our expanding list of green initiatives. Our clients are active participants in this endeavor, as a tree is planted for each crate constructed and every service booked. Our commitment to a greener future goes beyond this single partnership with OneTreePlanted. Maquette actively reduces our ecological footprint through our choice of lumber suppliers for crating (specifically by purchasing from vendors accredited by the Forest Stewardship Council® and members of the SFI® Sustainable Forestry Initiative) and our recycling practices. We are proud to support Materials for the Arts, an organization that distributes materials and supplies to New York City’s public schools.

Our Crate Production

PROFESSIONAL CRATE SHOP

Our professional crate department team designs customized crates for shipping and storing.The exceptional crafts people who take great pride in their work. Delivering a product that suits the objects and clients’ specific needs. 

Maquette has a team dedicated to specialized packing who complement the crate shop inhouse, as well as joining the field techs to lead highly technical projects.We employ experts with decades of experience in fine art handling. 

Our professionals work with museums, gallery owners, curators, and private owners as a team, offering first-hand opinions and guiding them through the entire process. Our fine art specialists handle valuable items on daily basis.