What To Look For In Warehousing Services From Logistics Companies

By Author: Lori Martinez
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If you are looking for a logistics company in Jacksonville, warehousing is likely one of the services you require. What warehousing features should you expect from the logistics company you choose? Below are some of the features you should expect.

For starters, make sure the warehousing service offered by the logistics company in Jacksonville incorporates extended safety measures such as covered loading docks, sprinkler systems, 24 hour security and more. You also want a warehouse offers easy access to major highways, airports, rails and seaports.

You also want a logistics company in Jacksonville to offer a variety of useful services. Here are a few to consider.

Cross-docking – stripping full container or trailer loads for delivery domestically or onto overseas containers, thereby reducing operating costs and boosting customer's competitiveness.

Consolidation – combining several small shipments for exportation into a full load, plus the ability to store freight until a full-container load is reached.

Deconsolidation ...
... – getting your product into manageable pieces to get to market as quickly as possible by break down shipments into distributable units based on destination.

Pick and Pack – deconsolidating large or small quantities of products, picking the relevant products for a particular destination, and repackaging them with an invoice and shipping label.

Storage – should be dry, clean and pest free, and allow for “on demand” or “just-in-time” environment. It should be possible to bring a full load to the logistics warehouse in Jacksonville and then distribute small parcel shipping or LTL.

Shrink and Stretch Wrapping – adds security to the cargo with wrapping materials that protect the product, which in turn reduces damage possibilities and claims.

Labeling – should be available for customer's cargo.

Flatbeds – access to the warehouse should permit flatbeds to load and unload.

Bonded Cargo Handling – Bonded cargo handling is important during the wait period for customs clearance, as is working with customs.

In addition, you may wish to inquire as to whether the following services are offered:

Box/Crating

Slip sheeting

Packing and Repacking

FedEX, DHL, USP

Truckload and LTL

Kitting

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Lori Martinez is a freelance writer for Spectrum Logistics, a premier 3rd party logistics company in Jacksonville. Visit the Spectrum Logistics website for more information about truck load service and international transport companies.