CWF Crating and Logistics, LLC

Greeneville, S.C. – October 06, 2026 -- Choosing the wrong packaging method for industrial machinery shipments can expose businesses to damage, delays and costly repairs, according to crating and logistics specialists Ed and Stacey Pinson of CWF Crating and Logistics, LLC. The Greeneville-based firm outlined the operational trade-offs between crates, skids and pallets in a published guidance piece on industrial shipping standards.

Pallets remain the lowest-cost option for standard machinery loads

A pallet offers basic support that allows forklifts and pallet jacks to move goods efficiently, making it suitable for straightforward machinery transport. The format keeps shipping costs lower but may lack sufficient structure for complex or delicate equipment.