Operating from a 40,000 sq ft secure warehouse in Skokie, Illinois, Docknload Logistics positions itself as a full-service 3PL rather than an FBA-only prep shop, adding cross-docking, kitting and custom packing, storage and software integration to standard prep. Named operators Allen and Arthur are referenced by name in a customer testimonial, and the business holds a 5.0 Google rating across 16 reviews. Pricing is published per service: FNSKU labeling $0.25, polybagging $0.65, bundling $0.75, and order fulfillment at $2.00 per order plus $0.50 per additional item. Receiving is $1.00 per carton or $11.50 per pallet, and storage runs $0.30 per cubic foot or $15 per pallet, with poly mailers free. The no-minimums policy is explicit, stated as no hidden fees and no minimums on the homepage. Supporting FBA, FBM and Shopify DTC, it fits OA, wholesale and private-label sellers who want clear per-service rates and fulfillment under one roof.
What sets them apart
- Located in Skokie, Illinois; operates a 40,000 sq ft secure warehouse facility.
- Named founders/operators: Allen and Arthur (referenced by name in a customer testimonial from The Scottish Rite Bookstore).
- Published per-service pricing: FNSKU labeling $0.25, polybagging $0.65, bundling $0.75, receiving per carton $1.00, pallet $11.50, storage $0.30/cubic ft or $15/pallet, order fulfillment $2.00/order + $0.50/additional item.
- Explicit no-minimums policy: 'No hidden fees. No minimums.' stated on homepage; also 'No order minimums/monthly fees' on fulfillment services section.
- Offers cross docking as a distinct service alongside FBA prep, order fulfillment, kitting/custom packing, storage, and software integration - positioning as a full-service 3PL beyond FBA-only prep.
Services & channels
- Marketplaces
- Amazon FBA, Amazon FBM / SFP, Shopify / DTC
- Business models
- Online Arbitrage, Wholesale, Private Label
- Value-add
- Storage & Warehousing, DTC Pick & Pack, Returns Processing, Freight / LTL Receiving
- Locations
- Skokie, IL
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