Design Services
Packaging Design Services That Protect Products and People
Millwood’s Packaging Design Services combine engineering expertise, SolidWorks crate design, and real-world testing to ensure your pallets and crates perform exactly as needed. Every solution is tailored to load weight, racking requirements and safety standards—helping you avoid failures, reduce costs and protect your supply chain.
Custom Crates & Pallets Designed With Precision
Using the Pallet Design System (PDS), our engineers test configurations in real time, adjusting deck boards, stringers and dimensions until the design meets exact weight and safety requirements. Whether improving a legacy pallet or developing a new design, our goal is to optimize strength and cost without sacrificing safety.
Engineered Packaging Design Services Backed by Testing
From SolidWorks crate design to full-scale lab validation, we diagnose and prevent failures before they happen. You won’t need to put together solutions for common problems in your industry – our engineered packaging solutions prevent the need to add more to your packaging mix by identifying problems and delivering a safer, more reliable design.
Complex Packaging Needs? No Problem.
We know that no two applications are the same. That’s why we use our ISTA-certified Millwood Lab to test each end-of-line-packaging application against your exact load and handling requirements. Our approach avoids:
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Under-engineering that can result in load failure and product damage
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Worker safety hazards that may result in high employee turnover
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Instead, we deliver a just-right solution—balanced for strength, cost and ease of operation
Why Choose Millwood as Your Solution Provider?
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Customer Centric Approach: We collaborate closely with customers, providing personal service and responsive support to meet your unique needs.
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Industry Expertise Since 1985: With over four decades of experience, Millwood understands the complexities of pallet design and supply chain logistics.
- Innovative Design & Testing: Our in house ISTA certified lab and Pallet Design System (PDS) enable tailored, optimized pallet solutions.
- Manufacturing Experts: From sawmilling, resawing, assembly, heat treating and mold prevention, we have the experience and knowledge to serve you.
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Sustainability Commitment: We are committed to efficiency without compromising our environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are packaging design services and why do they matter?
Packaging design services focus on creating packaging that protects products, reduces waste and improves supply chain performance.
Beyond appearance, packaging design services include engineering solutions like custom crates and pallets that meet specific shipping needs. A trusted provider will analyze your products, test different packaging options and design cost-effective solutions. These services often leverage digital tools for precision and performance testing to ensure your packaging consistently meets quality and compliance standards. Whether you ship heavy machinery or consumer goods, packaging design ensures your products are protected, your supply chain is streamlined and your costs are under control.
How does SolidWorks improve packaging design services?
SolidWorks enables precise, data-driven packaging designs that improve accuracy, durability and cost efficiency.
Modern packaging design services increasingly rely on 3D modeling tools like SolidWorks to create detailed designs. By simulating stress points, weight distribution and load dynamics, engineers can predict how packaging performs in real-world conditions. This allows them to refine protective designs, reduce material waste and ensure safer product transport. SolidWorks also helps visualize complex custom crates and pallets before they’re built, ensuring client approval and smoother production. The result is faster development, lower costs and packaging solutions that meet exact specifications with confidence.
What is a pallet design system and why does it matter?
A pallet design system ensures packaging solutions are structurally sound, cost-effective and optimized for logistics.
A pallet design system is an engineering tool that evaluates pallet strength, load capacity and distribution efficiency. It ensures that every pallet is engineered for maximum durability and supply chain compatibility. This system allows engineers to test multiple pallet options, simulate warehouse handling and identify the most cost-efficient solution. By relying on proven design data, businesses minimize risk, improve product protection and extend pallet life. It’s a critical step for companies seeking reliable, consistent packaging solutions that stand up to global shipping demands.
Why are custom crates and pallets important in packaging design?
Custom crates and pallets ensure your products are transported safely, efficiently and with fewer damages.
Unlike generic options, custom crates and pallets are designed to fit your exact product dimensions and weight requirements. They help prevent shifting, breakage and excess material use. Custom designs also optimize truck space and pallet stacking, reducing freight costs and improving warehouse handling. When developed through packaging design services, these solutions are rigorously tested for durability, compliance and efficiency. That makes them especially valuable for industries shipping delicate, oversized or high-value products, where protection and consistency are non-negotiable.
Which industries benefit most from packaging design services?
Industries that rely on durable, customized shipping solutions — from heavy manufacturing to retail — benefit from packaging design services.
Industries such as industrial machinery, automotive, pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, aerospace and consumer goods often turn to packaging design services for protection and efficiency. Each industry has unique shipping challenges, from oversized equipment requiring custom crates and pallets to sensitive pharmaceuticals needing precision-tested packaging. By leveraging design tools like SolidWorks and pallet design systems, these industries achieve packaging that meets compliance standards, reduces waste and improves overall logistics. The result is fewer damaged shipments, lower costs and stronger customer satisfaction across the board.