Frazer McCurdy and his partner bought International Crating & Assembly in 2017. While they are committed to maintain the company’s reputation for great service, they’re using advances in technology to push the company to new heights.
When was International Crating & Assembly (ICA) founded?
ICA was founded in 1993 by Donnie Fincher and Curtis Carter. They started with just three employees and a warehouse. Over the last 20 years, the company has grown to be one of the largest crating and packaging companies in the River Region. My partner Doug Lafont and I purchased the company in July 2017.
What are ICA’s primary products and services?
We specialize in all types of crating and packaging using wood, steel, plastic and corrugate. Our 60,000-square-foot facility combined with modern manufacturing management techniques gives ICA the ability to utilize either JIT (Just In Time) inventory management or vendor-managed inventory services.
What types of businesses does ICA serve?
ICA serves small, family owned businesses to large corporations. We are a regional company. However, most of our customers are in the River Region.
How has technology changed what ICA does?
One of the biggest advancements in technology that has helped our company is the software that we use for accounting and order fulfillment. It is a cloud-based program that has helped us become more efficient.
What sets ICA apart from other similar companies?
Our ability to provide complete packaging solutions that feature both products and services to meet each of our customers’ individual needs. We like to think of ourselves as the internal packaging department for our customers, and we strive to provide the best possible customer service.
What do you like most about your job?
Every day is different. Each day presents new challenges to overcome. I also have enjoyed getting to know our customers and new prospects.
On off time
One of my proudest achievements so far is completing of the University of Alabama’s executive MBA program. I finished graduate school last May while working full time. With schoolwork off my plate, I enjoy hunting and fishing. I also try to attend as many Auburn football games as I can.
