Heavy Duty Custom Wood, Cardboard and Foam Packaging

Any quantity, one quality. Built to protect what matters most.

Our Products & Capabilities

Stearnswood Inc. is a fifth-generation, family-owned custom packaging supplier based in Hutchinson, Minnesota. Our in-house capabilities—from saw shop to corrugated and assembly divisions—ensure quality control at every step. Whether you need a single prototype or high-volume production, we provide packaging built for performance, protection, and precision.

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Wood Boxes, Pallets, Crates & Skids

Custom Designed Wood Packaging to Meet Your Specifications

Open and enclosed designs engineered for heavy equipment, machinery, or stacked shipment.

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Corrugated Cardboard Boxes & Pads

Custom Designed Corrugated Cardboard Offers Strength & Value

Lightweight yet strong for durable outer protection.
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Foam Inserts & Cushioning

Precisely Cut to Provide Added Protection for Your Shipment

Designed to absorb impact and secure sensitive components.
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Tradeshow & Reusable Packaging

Durable & Custom-Built

Designed to keep your trade show displays, products, and equipment safe on the road.

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Proud to be family-owned for over 130 Years

Built on a legacy of craftsmanship, innovation, and customer commitment, Stearnswood continues to move forward with purpose.

Why Choose Stearnswood Inc for Custom Packaging

We proudly stand behind our products and service. 

Custom design expertise

We use advanced design tools to create solutions that meet both functional and cost-saving goals.

Decades of experience

serving Midwest manufacturers and tradeshow exhibitors.

Manufacturing Excellence

Every product is built to meet strict quality standards for strength, durability, and reliability.

Fast turnaround times and JIT warehousing

Your packaging inventory when you need it—reducing lead times, freeing space, and improving efficiency.

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Abie R. profile pictureAbie R.
14:56 12 Sep 25
We (PHS West) have partnered with Stearnswood for more than five years. Their expertise in producing custom, heavy-duty wood crates and triple-wall cardboard packaging has been instrumental in safeguarding our high-value products during nationwide shipments. The just-in-time warehousing service they offer ensures our packaging inventory is consistently aligned with production demands. Their exceptional craftsmanship and reliable delivery have made them a trusted and valued supplier.
John J. profile pictureJohn J.
17:37 04 Mar 25
Best place in town for custom shipping solutions. Everyone there was incredibly nice and helpful.
Amelia J. profile pictureAmelia J.
19:03 18 Feb 25

Let's talk about your custom wood & corrugated packaging needs.