ProWest Shipping & Packaging

Business Details

20 Years

experience

Expert Crating & Packaging Services in Edmonton

ProWest Shipping & Packaging was founded in May 2006 with a commitment to delivering superior packaging and shipping solutions. As a family-owned business operated by Derrick and Kim Smolski and Chad and Natalia Goforth, we combine decades of experience in the oil and gas industry and co-generation power facilities to provide technical expertise in industrial packaging. Our operations adhere to the ISO 9001 Quality Management System, the Canadian Wood Products Certification Program (ISPM 15), and the Air Cargo Security Program as a Regulated Agent. With a 16,000 sq ft warehouse, 5,000 sq ft reel shop, and 6 acres of yard space, we offer custom wood packaging, logistics support, and specialized services for dangerous goods.

Our team prioritizes client needs, ensuring secure, cost-effective solutions tailored to individual requirements. We maintain a Certificate of Recognition for Health and Safety and provide inventory management, container loading, and industrial shrink wrap services. Our facility is equipped with 30,000 lb. capacity loaders, overhead cranes, and portable ramps to handle heavy equipment. We specialize in cable reels, vessel saddles, and pipe bunks, supporting clients across Northern Alberta and beyond. Our goal is to earn client confidence through quality products, accurate timelines, and innovative problem-solving, ensuring successful shipping outcomes.

Services

Crating/Packaging Logistics Support On-site Services Freight Handling Industrial Shrink Wrap Dangerous Goods Cable Reels Projects Container Loading Inventory Management

Details

Year established: 2006

Highlights and features

Family-owned with over 15 years of industrial packaging experience
ISO 9001-certified quality management system
Regulated Agent for Air Cargo Security Program
Specialized handling of dangerous goods and heavy equipment
16,000 sq ft facility with advanced loading capabilities

Associations and certifications

ISO 9001
Canadian Wood Products Certification Program (ISPM 15)
Air Cargo Security Program (Regulated Agent)

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Services

Crating/Packaging

Custom wood crates, plywood boxes, and specialized packaging ensure secure transport for industrial goods. Our solutions include hood crates, reusable containers, and vibration-dampening designs. We meet international standards for air, sea, and land freight.

Dangerous Goods

Certified handling of dangerous goods for ground, air, and sea transport. We prepare proper documentation, packaging, and compliance checks to ensure safe and legal shipment of hazardous materials.

Freight Handling

Expert container loading, destuffing, and cross-docking services with weight distribution planning. Our team uses specialized equipment to secure cargo in compliance with transport regulations for all shipment types.

Industrial Shrink Wrap

Protective shrink wrapping solutions including VCI for metal corrosion prevention, white industrial poly for outdoor storage, and clear wraps for non-metal items. Enhances cargo security and environmental protection during transit.

Cable Reels

New and repaired cable reels in standard and custom sizes. Our repair methods meet Canadian Wood Packaging Certification Program standards, ensuring durability for industrial cable transportation and storage.

Questions

What packaging services does ProWest offer?

ProWest provides custom wood crates, plywood boxes, skids, and specialized packaging for hazardous materials, heavy machinery, and oversized cargo.

Are you certified for international shipping?

Yes, we comply with ISPM 15 standards for wood packaging and are a Regulated Agent for Air Cargo Security Program.

Can you handle dangerous goods shipments?

Yes, our certified Dangerous Goods Agents prepare materials for ground, air, and sea transport with proper documentation.

Do you offer on-site packaging services?

Yes, we provide warehouse consolidation, inventory management, and full crating services at client locations.

What logistics support do you provide?

We coordinate freight forwarding, container scaling, VGM certificates, and inventory verification services for global shipments.

How do you handle heavy equipment shipping?

Our facility has 30,000 lb. loaders, overhead cranes, and specialized equipment for securing heavy machinery in containers.

Reviews (4)

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Cody

Apr 30, 2021 Report

These guys are incredible. Their attention to detail is spot on, and has saved my company shipping fees in the past. The crates and skids they build for my company is all made from top quality materials, and the pricing is very reasonable. Id like to thank Chad and Derrick for supporting my company for so long. Keep up the great work guys!

Kelly LaBossiere

Dec 22, 2020 Report

This is a great place to get lumber shorts for your fireplace out back or cozing up to your fireplace inside. The shorts are clean burning, cut and stacked in wooden crates, They welcome people to take whatever they want. On condition, ya make a mess ya gotta clean it up. Its great to get cut, kiln dried and clean SPF wood for free. Beats paying 10 bucks per bag at a fuel station for only a small bag of split spruce and pine logs.

Bryce Palmer

Nov 13, 2020 Report

Best company at doing what they do ! I have nothing but great things to say about Pro west ! Go visit them and find out what quality service is all about !

Karla M.

Nov 09, 2020 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
This is a great company to deal with. I have used them for over 10 years and they never disappoint. Anytime I need to get pricing, they get back to me right away. There have been a few occasions where I needed a rush crating job done and they were able to do it no questions asked. Their prices are fair and the service is exceptional!