When should I request devanning?

Use it for import containers that arrive loaded loose rather than palletized, especially at port-adjacent warehouses that can turn them quickly.

What information should I include?

Include the city and required dates, plus number of containers, floor-loaded or palletized, whether palletizing is required and port and timing.

Is capacity confirmed when I submit?

The form starts a coverage review. Available capacity and handling requirements must be confirmed for each request.

Who reviews my request?

XDocks reviews the work details and coordinates the coverage check. Keep the request with XDocks while the facility and service arrangements are being evaluated.

CAPABILITY

CONTAINER DEVANNING & UNLOADING ACROSS MAJOR U.S. MARKETS

Request devanning coverage for your location and required dates. Facility suitability and capacity are confirmed for each request.

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DEVANNING

WHAT DEVANNING IS & WHEN TO USE IT

Devanning is the hands-on unloading of floor-loaded (hand-stacked) ocean containers, then palletizing or staging the freight for storage or outbound transport.

Request coverage for devanning with your location, volume, and required dates. XDocks reviews the work and checks facility suitability and availability before arrangements are confirmed.

Common use cases

floor-loaded import containers
manual container unloading
palletization after unload
port-adjacent handling and drayage recovery

BY MARKET

DEVANNING BY CITY

PLAN YOUR REQUEST

WHAT NEEDS TO HAPPEN NEXT?

Start with the work you need done. Facility suitability and availability are confirmed for each request.

Devanning

Unload an arriving container

Your container needs to be unloaded before its contents can move into storage or onto the next truck. Request coverage for the unloading and handling work.

Details to include

Container size and how the cargo is loaded
Pallet, crate, or carton count, weights, and dimensions
Arrival window, location, and the next step for the freight
Temperature limits or other handling requirements

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REQUEST SERVICES

TELL US WHAT YOU NEED

Your role

What prompted this request?

When do you need help?

Service Needed *

Company Name *

Contact Name *

Contact Email *

Contact Phone

City *

State *

Pallet Count

Square Feet

Duration

Requested Start *

Requested End *

Time Zone *Use the time zone where service is needed.

Safety and Handling *

Notes

Operate a warehouse? Apply as a facility partner.

QUESTIONS

DEVANNING FAQ

What is devanning?: Devanning is the hands-on unloading of floor-loaded (hand-stacked) ocean containers, then palletizing or staging the freight for storage or outbound transport.
When should I request devanning?: Use it for import containers that arrive loaded loose rather than palletized, especially at port-adjacent warehouses that can turn them quickly.
What information should I include?: Include the city and required dates, plus number of containers, floor-loaded or palletized, whether palletizing is required and port and timing.
Is capacity confirmed when I submit?: The form starts a coverage review. Available capacity and handling requirements must be confirmed for each request.
Who reviews my request?: XDocks reviews the work details and coordinates the coverage check. Keep the request with XDocks while the facility and service arrangements are being evaluated.