Here's a short guide for popular packing, crating, shipping and testing methods and standards:
In addition to those listed here, see
Crate Pro Styles diagrams.
Common Plywood Box Standards
(Light-duty - to about 1,000#)
(Medium Duty - to about #2,500)
Common Plywood Crate Standards
(Heavy Duty - to about #30,000)
(Open Crates - various weights)
Common Lumber Box Standards
(Light-duty - often much less than 1,000#)
(Medium Duty - to about #1,000 or more)
Common Lumber Crate Standards
(Heavy Duty - to about #30,000)
Skid Standard
(Up to 140,000#)
Blocking & Bracing
Cushioning
Wood Quality