What is the process for storing my inventory with ARDI Express?

The process for storing your inventory with ARDI Express is straightforward. First, you will need to provide information about your inventory, including SKU numbers, dimensions, and quantities. Then, you can ship your inventory to ARDI Express's warehouse, where they will receive and inspect it. Finally, they will store your inventory in their warehouse and update their inventory management system to reflect the new stock.

How does ARDI Express manage inventory levels?

ARDI Express has sophisticated inventory management systems that allow them to track inventory levels in real-time. They use a combination of barcode scanning and RFID (radio-frequency identification) technology to ensure accurate and efficient inventory tracking. They can also provide regular inventory reports to help you stay on top of your stock levels.

How does ARDI Express handle order fulfillment?

ARDI Express offers order fulfillment services to help businesses process and ship orders quickly and efficiently. When an order is placed, ARDI Express will pick the products from their warehouse, pack them, and ship them to the customer. They can also handle returns and exchanges on your behalf.

Can ARDI Express handle special packaging requirements?

Yes, ARDI Express can handle a variety of special packaging requirements, including kitting, bundling, and custom packaging. They will work with you to understand your unique packaging needs and develop a solution that meets your requirements.

How does ARDI Express handle shipping and transportation?

ARDI Express offers a range of shipping and transportation services, including air, sea, and ground transportation. They have a global network of partners and agents to ensure that your shipments are delivered safely and efficiently. They also offer customs clearance services to help you navigate the complex process of importing and exporting goods.

3PL Warehouse in California —
Riverside, Inland Empire

ARDI's 3PL warehouse in California is a 51,000 sq ft facility in Riverside, serving the Los Angeles metro and Inland Empire. Located 55 miles from the Port of Long Beach and 12 miles from Amazon's ONT8 fulfillment center, we coordinate same-day port drayage through licensed third-party carriers, prep inventory to Amazon FBA standards, and forward to West Coast fulfillment centers. Operated by ARDI Express LLC, an Amazon SPN partner. WMS-tracked inventory with warehouseman's legal liability coverage.

Location

Warehouse Location & Facility

Riverside sits in the Inland Empire — the largest warehouse and logistics corridor on the US West Coast. Over 1.5 billion square feet of warehouse space operates in San Bernardino and Riverside counties combined. Amazon alone runs 15+ fulfillment centers within a 60-mile radius.

For Amazon sellers importing from Asia, containers arrive at the Port of Long Beach (the busiest US container port) and reach ARDI's warehouse the same day via truck drayage. From there, prepped inventory reaches the nearest Amazon FC within hours.

Facility Specifications	Details
Location	Riverside, CA (Inland Empire)
Warehouse Size	51,000+ sq ft
Operated By	ARDI Express LLC
Amazon Status	SPN Partner
Port of Long Beach	~55 miles (same-day / next-day drayage)
Port of Los Angeles	~60 miles
Nearest Amazon FCs	ONT8 (12 mi), LGB8 (55 mi), SNA4 (45 mi)
Equipment	Loading docks, forklifts, label printers, stretch wrap, WMS
Security	24/7 surveillance, access control, fire suppression
Operating Hours	Mon–Fri 8 AM – 5 PM PST, Sat by appointment

Services

3PL Warehouse Services in California

Every service below is performed on-site in Riverside by ARDI Express LLC staff

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01

Container Unloading

Receive 20'/40'/40'HC containers from port drayage. Piece-count, inspect, palletize. 1–2 business days.
From $350/container
02

FBA Prep & FNSKU

FNSKU labels, poly-bagging, bubble wrap, suffocation warnings, overbox. Amazon 2026 requirements.
From $0.35/unit
03

Poly-Bagging

Clear poly bags with suffocation warning labels. Required for textiles, plush, loose parts.
From $0.30/unit
04

Bundling & Kitting

Multi-SKU bundle assembly, marketing inserts, shrink wrap.
From $0.70/set
05

Carton & Pallet Forwarding

SPD cartons and LTL pallets to Amazon FCs. Shipping plans, labels, tracking.
SPD $2.50/ctn, LTL $30/plt
06

Storage & Inventory

Short-term buffer and long-term storage. WMS portal. Drip-feeding to avoid LTS fees.
Contact for pricing
07

DTC Fulfillment

Pick/pack/ship for Shopify, WooCommerce, FBM, Walmart, eBay, Etsy. WMS integrates.
From $1.50/order
08

Removal Orders & Returns

Receive Amazon removals and customer returns. Inspect, sort, re-label or dispose.
Contact for pricing

Process

How It Works: China to Amazon FBA via California

The exact path your container takes from factory to Amazon shelf through our Riverside facility

Factory Pickup in China

ARDI Logistics collects goods from your manufacturer. Quality inspection available before loading.

Ocean Freight to Port of Long Beach

16–35 days by sea. DDP customs clearance included. ARDI Logistics handles booking, documentation, ISF filing.

Drayage to ARDI Riverside Warehouse (~55 mi)

Container delivered by licensed third-party drayage carrier from port to our dock. Same-day if cleared by noon, next-day otherwise.

Unloading and FBA Prep

Container unloaded in 2–4 working hours. FNSKU labeling, poly-bagging, bundling — all done to Amazon's current 2026 requirements.

FBA Forwarding to Southern California FCs

SPD or LTL to ONT8 (12 mi), LGB8 (55 mi), SNA4 (45 mi), or any assigned FC. SPD check-in: 3–7 days.

Protection

Inventory Protection at Our Riverside Warehouse

Your inventory is tracked through our WMS system from the moment it enters ARDI's Riverside, California warehouse. ARDI carries warehouseman's legal liability coverage for goods under our direct control — from container unloading through FBA prep to Amazon dispatch. Claims are documented, investigated, and resolved per our standard service agreement.

Cargo Protection at Our Edison Warehouse

Covered

Loss or damage during receiving, unloading, prep, storage, and dispatch at our 51,000 sq ft Riverside facility,
Warehouseman's legal liability per industry standard. • Documented chain of custody for every shipment via WMS,
Claims documented and resolved per service agreement terms.

Not Covered

— Goods transferred to third-party carriers (UPS, FedEx, Amazon SPD/LTL) with documented proof of handoff
— Goods confiscated by US Customs, FDA, or other regulatory agencies for non-compliance with import requirements.

ARDI helps prevent regulatory issues through pre-shipment inspections that verify compliance before goods leave the factory.

Coverage

Fulfillment Center Coverage: Southern California & Beyond

From Riverside, ARDI covers the entire Southern California logistics corridor and beyond for both Amazon FBA and DTC fulfillment

ARDI Express Riverside warehouse interior

Metro / Region	Distance from Riverside
Los Angeles Metro Same-day DTC, next-day Amazon FCs	60 miles
Long Beach Same-day DTC, port-side drayage hub	70 miles
Orange County Next-day ground delivery	45 miles
San Bernardino County Same-day. ONT8, ONT9, SBD2 all within 30 mi	20 miles
San Diego 1–2 day ground	100 miles

Facility

51,000 sq ft

Operated by ARDI Express LLC

Amazon Status

SPN Partner

Verified prep quality

West Coast fulfillment from Riverside reaches 60% of the US population within 4–5 business days via ground shipping.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How Far Is Your California Warehouse from the Port of Long Beach?

Our Riverside, CA warehouse is approximately 55 miles from the Port of Long Beach. We coordinate drayage through licensed third-party carriers — containers arrive at our dock same-day if released by noon, next-day after later releases. We also receive containers from the Port of Los Angeles (~60 miles).

Which Amazon FCs Are Closest to Your Riverside Warehouse?

The nearest Amazon FCs are ONT8 in Moreno Valley (12 miles), ONT9 in San Bernardino (25 miles), and SBD2 in San Bernardino (28 miles). Six additional FCs operate within 60 miles, covering both sortable and non-sortable inventory.

Do You Serve Los Angeles Area Sellers?

Yes. From our Riverside warehouse, we provide same-day DTC delivery to LA Metro and next-day delivery to Amazon FCs serving Los Angeles, Long Beach, Glendale, Pasadena, Santa Monica, and surrounding areas. Riverside sits 60 miles from Downtown LA in the Inland Empire — the primary logistics corridor servicing the entire LA basin.

Is ARDI an Amazon SPN Partner in California?

Yes. ARDI Express is an Amazon SPN partner. Our prep processes are verified by Amazon to meet FBA compliance standards. SPN status means faster check-in and fewer rejections.

Can I Use Your California Warehouse for Non-Amazon Fulfillment?

Yes. We fulfill for Shopify, WooCommerce, eBay, Etsy, Walmart, and Amazon FBM from Riverside. Our WMS integrates with major platforms. West Coast ground shipping reaches most US addresses in 4–5 business days.

Do I Need to Use ARDI's Freight Forwarding to Use the CA Warehouse?

No. Our warehouse is open to any seller regardless of how goods arrive. But if you ship from Asia, using ARDI Logistics means one company handles everything — no coordination between vendors.

What 3PL Companies Are in the Inland Empire?

The Inland Empire hosts hundreds of 3PLs and fulfillment centers. ARDI differentiates by combining FMC-licensed international freight forwarding with warehousing under one company. Most Inland Empire 3PLs are warehouse-only.

What Happens If My Cargo Is Lost or Damaged at Your California Warehouse?

Cargo in ARDI’s custody is covered by Warehouse Legal Liability (bailee) insurance from receiving through dispatch. Certificate of insurance and policy limits available on request.

How Long Does Delivery Take to Los Angeles?

Standard ground delivery from our Riverside warehouse to LA Metro destinations is same-day for DTC orders dispatched by noon, or next business day. Amazon FC forwarding to LGB8 (Long Beach) typically completes in 1–2 days; ONT8 (Ontario, near LA) usually same-day. Exact timing depends on lane, volume, and shipping method.

Is Your Warehouse Closer to Los Angeles or San Bernardino?

Our Riverside facility sits in the Inland Empire region, roughly equidistant from both — about 60 miles east of Downtown Los Angeles and 20 miles south of San Bernardino. This positioning lets us serve the LA Metro, Orange County, and Inland Empire markets from a single location.

Contact

Get a Quote for FBA Prep in California

Amazon discontinued all in-house FBA prep services in January 2026. If inventory arrives at Amazon without FNSKU labels and compliant packaging, it gets rejected. ARDI's Riverside warehouse handles everything from container unloading to prepped-and-shipped to Amazon FCs across the West Coast, including all LA-area fulfillment centers. Share your shipment details — origin, product type, volume, and Amazon destination — and we will calculate costs for drayage, unloading, FBA prep, and forwarding from our Riverside warehouse within 24 hours.

3PL Warehouse in California — Riverside, Inland Empire