Frequently Asked Questions

Cross-docking is the transfer of freight from inbound transportation to outbound transportation with little or no long-term storage between the two movements.

Warehousing is primarily designed to hold inventory until it is needed.

Cross-docking is primarily designed to move freight through a facility toward another destination.

Some shipments may require temporary staging during the cross-docking process, but storage is not the primary purpose of the operation.

Yes, trailer-to-trailer freight transfer is one of the applications of cross-docking, subject to the freight type, equipment and facility capabilities.

Yes. Compatible shipments can be received, organized and combined into an outbound load based on customer instructions and transportation requirements.

Depending on the condition and type of freight, we may be able to re-stack, re-palletize or rewrap the shipment so that it can continue moving.

Send us photos whenever possible so the requirement can be reviewed before arrival.

Our primary services are cross-docking, consolidation and freight handling rather than conventional long-term warehousing.

Limited staging associated with a cross-dock or consolidation job may be available depending on the shipment.

Pricing depends on factors such as freight quantity, equipment type, number of pallets or pieces, labour requirements, handling complexity and timing.

Send us the shipment information and we can provide a quote based on the actual job.

Normally:

• Service required

• Pallet/piece count

• Approximate weight

• Freight description

• Inbound equipment

• Outbound equipment

• Arrival time

• Required completion time

• Handling requirements

• Photos for damaged or irregular freight