Precision Materials for Industrial and Export Packaging

Our lumber and building materials meet the strictest requirements of industrial and export packaging manufacturers. When you need packaging components to meet quality and compliance standards, our certified products and precision milling deliver every time.

What Sets Us Apart

Nicholson Cates supports industrial packaging manufacturers with certified, precision-milled materials and a supply chain built for reliability at scale. From ISPM-15–compliant lumber to custom-cut components and just-in-time delivery, we help packaging operations meet strict export requirements, maintain production efficiency, and deliver consistent performance across every shipment.

Certified and Compliant Materials

We provide ISPM-15 and IPPC-HT certified lumber for export packaging, pallets, and crating, helping manufacturers meet international shipping standards with confidence.

Precision Milling for Custom Dimensions

Our advanced re-manufacturing equipment produces accurately cut and trimmed materials to your specifications, ensuring consistent fit and performance in every packaging line.

Reliable Supply and Delivery

With a 30-acre distribution centre and just-in-time logistics, Nicholson Cates supports high-volume, continuous production runs with minimal downtime.

Partnership That Builds Growth

Retailers rely on Nicholson Cates for our supply reliability, product expertise, and customer service to keep their operations running smoothly.

Featured Products

We offer a diverse range of lumber and building materials for retail distribution, including premium decking and railing products, engineered and specialty panels, siding and trim materials, and certified export-grade lumber.

Infrastructure

Dependable lumber and building materials designed to meet the demands of large-scale infrastructure and industrial projects.

Lumber

Reliable Canadian lumber supply backed by trusted manufacturing standards and decades of industry experience.

Plywood

High-quality plywood products offering durability, versatility, and a smooth finish for multiple construction uses.

OUR SERVICES

Nicholson Cates offers a complete manufacturing-to-delivery pipeline, from custom re-manufacturing and certification stamping to load optimization and export-ready packaging.

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Manufacturing

State-of-the-art manufacturing facilities deliver consistent, high-quality lumber building materials for every application.

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Distribution

Frictionless lumber distribution ensures that our products reach customers on time, so projects to stay on track.

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Logistics

Canada’s most reliable logistics for building materials to keep your supply chain moving with accuracy and speed.

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Import and Export

Lumber import and export, servicing wholesalers, retailers and manufacturers across North America and beyond.

What Our Partners Say

For years, Nicholson Cates has been a trusted partner for industrial packaging manufacturers. Here’s what they have to say about us.

    Alessandro Rossi

    Customers

    Rosttate Architectural transformed our vision into a stunning reality. Their attention to detail and innovative design exceeded our expectations.

      Olivia Bennett

      Customers

      Working with Rosttate was a seamless experience. Their team was professional, creative, and truly understood our needs.

        Marco Lombardi

        Customers

        The craftsmanship and dedication shown by Rosttate Architectural are unparalleled. Our home is now a masterpiece, thanks to their expertise.

          Sophia Mitchell

          Customers

          Rosttate Architectural turned our dream home into a tangible reality. Every step of the process was handled with precision and care.

            David Henderson

            Customers

            Choosing Rosttate Architectural was the best decision we made. Their team delivered a beautiful, functional, and unique home.