Wooden Crate Building
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This established custom crating and packaging business has operated continuously in Phoenix for 36 years, serving diverse markets including art galleries, industrial manufacturers, trade show exhibitors, and private collectors. The company specializes in custom wooden crate manufacturing with comprehensive packaging solutions.
The business maintains ISPM-15 certification for international export requirements and provides heat-treated wood crates for overseas shipments. Service offerings include custom crate design and manufacturing, on-site packing services, specialized art crating, industrial equipment packaging, and trade show logistics solutions. The company produces various crate configurations including floating deck systems and A-frame designs.
Operational infrastructure includes an experienced management team with over 90 years of combined industry expertise. The business has established systematic processes for project estimation, custom design consultation, and delivery coordination. Client relationships span multiple sectors with recurring revenue streams from seasonal trade show contracts and ongoing industrial accounts.
Financial performance shows historical owner cash flow of $500,000-$600,000 in prior years, with 2024 representing a temporary decline. The current owner projects significant growth potential for 2026-2027 based on market conditions and business positioning.
The company's competitive advantages include specialized expertise in fragile item protection, international shipping compliance, and custom solution development. Market positioning serves both local Phoenix area customers and national accounts requiring specialized packaging services. The business operates with established vendor relationships, proven operational systems, and comprehensive insurance coverage for high-value shipments.
This acquisition opportunity provides immediate entry into a specialized niche market with established customer relationships, proven service methodologies, and experienced personnel. The business demonstrates consistent demand across multiple market segments with opportunities for operational expansion and service diversification.
The business maintains ISPM-15 certification for international export requirements and provides heat-treated wood crates for overseas shipments. Service offerings include custom crate design and manufacturing, on-site packing services, specialized art crating, industrial equipment packaging, and trade show logistics solutions. The company produces various crate configurations including floating deck systems and A-frame designs.
Operational infrastructure includes an experienced management team with over 90 years of combined industry expertise. The business has established systematic processes for project estimation, custom design consultation, and delivery coordination. Client relationships span multiple sectors with recurring revenue streams from seasonal trade show contracts and ongoing industrial accounts.
Financial performance shows historical owner cash flow of $500,000-$600,000 in prior years, with 2024 representing a temporary decline. The current owner projects significant growth potential for 2026-2027 based on market conditions and business positioning.
The company's competitive advantages include specialized expertise in fragile item protection, international shipping compliance, and custom solution development. Market positioning serves both local Phoenix area customers and national accounts requiring specialized packaging services. The business operates with established vendor relationships, proven operational systems, and comprehensive insurance coverage for high-value shipments.
This acquisition opportunity provides immediate entry into a specialized niche market with established customer relationships, proven service methodologies, and experienced personnel. The business demonstrates consistent demand across multiple market segments with opportunities for operational expansion and service diversification.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 37
- Employees
- 8 Full-time
Five crate builders, two warehouse foremen/crate builders, one operations manage - Facilities & Assets
- Industrial property containing 16,889 SF of total area in two adjacent buildings. The southern building, built in 1989, is part masonry and, part metal warehouse comprising 3,480 SF of gross building area. The northern building, built in 1988 and updated in 2007, is a concrete block office warehouse comprising 4,255 SF of gross building area. The site is zoned A-2, Heavy Industrial, and has a combined area of 0.39 acres, or 16,889 SF.
- Market Outlook / Competition
- They appear to be the largest crate builder in Arizona.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Hire more employees, make shipping cartons, sell packaging
supplies. Owner to explain.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Owned
- Not included in asking price
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 7,735
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Retirement
- Transition Support
- Three Forty-Hour weeks without pay. Longer with pay to be discussed.
- Financing Options
- This would qualify for SBA Financing. Seller will carry a partial note.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2431761
- Listing Views
- 1126
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