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Blocking & Bracing
Services – Brampton, Ontario

Secure your cargo for safe transit. Blocking and bracing services for container shipping, export loads, and heavy equipment.

 Metropolitan Logistics provides professional blocking and bracing for international shipments, helping ensure your freight is safe, secure, and fully compliant with ocean freight transport regulations. We serve freight forwarders, exporters, and commercial shippers preparing FCL, LCL, and project cargo for global moves.

Why Blocking
& Bracing Matters

Improperly secured freight can shift in transit, leading to:

All ocean freight shipments must comply with international container safety standards, including those from:

We ensure your cargo is export-ready and secured according to global shipping guidelines.

Our Blocking & Bracing Services

Our Blocking & Bracing Services

We ensure every container is handled professionally, with detailed care and documentation at every step.

Cargo Securing & Bracing
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Cargo Securing & Bracing

We provide complete cargo securing solutions using industrial-grade wood blocking, steel strapping, and dunnage bags. Our team ensures every unit is stabilized for safe transit, compliant with ocean freight regulations and export prep standards.

Crate Stabilization for Heavy & Fragile Freight

Crate Stabilization
for Heavy & Fragile Freight

From oversized machinery to fragile or high-value items, we offer tailored crate stabilization using foam padding, reinforced bracing, and ISPM-15 heat-treated materials for international shipping readiness.

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Export-Ready Container Preparation

Export-Ready
Container Preparation

All shipments are sealed, labeled, and photographed according to CTU Code and carrier protocols. We deliver export-ready cargo prep with full chain-of-custody documentation and global compliance.

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Dunnage Solutions for Mixed Cargo Loads

Dunnage Solutions
for Mixed Cargo Loads

Our facility handles multi-sku exports, loose cartons, and floor-loaded units with specialized dunnage systems designed for load balance and protection during intermodal or cross-border shipping.

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Heavy Cargo Bracing & Custom Blocking

Heavy Cargo
Bracing & Custom Blocking

For non-standard freight like vehicles, equipment, and palletized household goods, we apply custom blocking and heavy-duty tie-downs to prevent shifting, damage, and delays in transit.

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Supported Cargo Types

We block and brace:

All units are:

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Past Projects

We secure freight for transit using:

How Our Blocking & Bracing Process Works

From warehouse delivery to final container sealing, every step ensures cargo stability, security, and export compliance.

01
Step

Cargo Arrival & Inspection

Freight is delivered to our Brampton warehouse, where it is inspected, measured, and prepared for safe container loading. Our team assesses cargo condition, layout, and any special handling requirements.
02
Step

Load Securing & Stabilization

We position and brace the cargo using custom dunnage solutions, foam padding, and strapping materials. This step ensures compliance with ocean freight prep protocols and prevents shifting or damage in transit.
03
Step

Final Prep & Dispatch

After a final inspection and photo documentation, the container is sealed and labeled. It’s then made ready for pickup by CN, CP, or direct delivery to the port, fully stabilized and export-ready.
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Location Benefits

Our Brampton facility is:

We can receive freight, brace it, and dispatch to port same-day if required.

Get a Fast Quote for Blocking & Bracing Services

Need to secure export cargo this week? Whether you’re shipping heavy, fragile, or odd-sized freight, we’ll provide a fast, all-in quote for container preparation, blocking, bracing, and terminal delivery — all from our Brampton facility. Serving Toronto, Vaughan, Mississauga, Brampton, and the GTA.














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