Hydroponics equipment 3PL & fulfillment services
Reliable third party logistics provider for hydroponics equipment
Our logistics experts specialize in handling the complex fulfillment needs of your hydroponics business.
With extensive experience managing big, heavy & bulky equipment, we take the burden off your shoulders while providing deep shipping discounts from national carriers that significantly reduce your operational costs.
Simplify your hydroponics fulfillment with the industry leaders in big, heavy, & bulky fulfillment
Red Stag specializes in the precise handling and shipping of hydroponics equipment, providing the expertise your growing business demands. Here are just some of the products we can efficiently store and ship:
Growing trays and reservoirs
Nutrient delivery systems
LED grow lights
Hydroponic towers
Water pumps and aerators
pH testing equipment
Nutrient solution concentrates
Environmental controllers
Carbon filters and ventilation
Growing media (clay pebbles, rockwool)
One of the reasons we moved to Red Stag is because they had secured big discounts with their carriers. If you’re a brand with large products, high surcharges for big and heavy items can really kill you.
Red Stag went really aggressive on cutting down those costs with the carriers, and they could pass the savings on to us.
Jon Blair
Former CFO/COO at Guardian Bikes | Founder at FreeToGrowCFO.com
Why partnering with a 3PL built for large items like hydroponics equipment benefits your brand:
Industry-leading shipping rates
Shipping bulky hydroponics equipment is costly. Through our collective volume across numerous clients, we’ve secured exceptional shipping discounts with major carriers specifically beneficial for oversized grow trays, nutrient tanks, and complete hydroponics systems with challenging dimensional weights.
Purpose-built facilities
Our warehouses feature specialized racking systems, generous ceiling heights, and expansive aisles designed for hydroponics equipment. Our teams are trained to handle water-sensitive components and fragile grow lights with the precise care these technical systems demand.
Ironclad protection guarantees
When customers invest in premium hydroponics systems, there’s no room for fulfillment errors. That’s why we guarantee zero inventory shrinkage and perfect order accuracy.
Expert-guided fulfillment
Unlike competitors relying on rigid automation that damages delicate hydroponics components, we employ a strategic combination of specialized equipment handling experts and targeted automation specifically designed for technical growing equipment and moisture-sensitive electronics.
Common challenges of hydroponics equipment fulfillment & shipping to customers
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Hydroponics equipment often includes bulky components like grow lights, reservoirs, and nutrient systems that require specialized packaging to prevent damage during storage and transit.
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Water pumps, nutrient containers, and delicate growing components demand careful handling to avoid leaks and ensure all interconnected parts arrive intact.
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Many hydroponic nutrients and growing solutions must comply with agricultural shipping regulations and may require hazardous materials documentation.
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Precise shipping helps avoid costly returns from customers who discover damaged pumps, cracked reservoirs, or compromised growing systems upon delivery.
The Red Stag Story
Focusing on big, heavy and bulky fulfillment since 2012
In 2011, our co-founders were on their third 3PL and at their wit’s end.
Their sporting goods e-commerce company was growing rapidly. But fulfillment was a major problem— late deliveries to customers, lost inventory, and package mixups were costing them dearly—in both money and customer loyalty.
One of the problems? Their inventory was heavy and bulky. And the 3PLs were struggling with the (literal) heavy lifting.
This was the moment Red Stag was born.
And since our very first client was our owners’ sporting goods company, we purpose-built our operations to handle big, heavy, and bulky fulfillment from day 1.
Hydroponics equipment fulfillment isn’t the only thing we have going for us…
US support team with dedicated account managers
You never get lost in the shuffle at Red Stag Fulfillment. Need to pick up the phone and talk to someone today? You got it. We aren’t going to send you down a support ticket rabbit hole with an outsourced rep.
Clean and organized warehouses
This should be a given for any 3PL, right? Sadly, it’s not. Cleanliness and organization are two of the best leading indicators of a successful operation. We’re proud of our warehouses and welcome you to come see for yourself, anytime.
Privately owned
12 years later, our co-founders still own 100% of Red Stag. They’re in it for the long haul. No venture capital pushing for growth at all costs. No 4PL shenanigans. We value a reliable and consistent fulfillment experience that brings peace of mind to operators.
Not convinced?
We get it, this is a difficult decision.
Your products are the life of your brand, and having them at the mercy of an outsourced partner requires a lot of trust.
That’s why we have one of the most in-depth consultative sales processes in the industry to make sure you find the very best fit—even if it’s not us (we turn away over 95% of companies, helping them find better fits instead!).
Send us some info and we will help point you in the right direction.
Red Stag Hydroponics Equipment Fulfillment FAQs
What are Red Stag Fulfillment’s guarantees?
We have 4 guarantees: 1) All inventory is received and ready to ship within 2 business days, 2) ZERO inventory shrinkage, 3) 100% on-time shipping, and 4) 100% order accuracy.
These aren’t empty promises—they come with real compensation. If your hydroponics equipment ships late, we’ll pay you $50 directly. Miss our receiving timeline? That’s another $50 per late delivery. If we send the wrong grow lights or nutrient systems, we’ll pay you $50 and cover all shipping costs to correct the mistake. And should we ever lose any of your inventory, we’ll reimburse you for your cost. We’re committed to protecting your specialized equipment and maintaining your customers’ trust.
Where are Red Stag Fulfillment’s warehouses?
Red Stag Fulfillment operates two strategically positioned warehouse hubs: one in Sweetwater, Tennessee (Knoxville) and one in Salt Lake City, Utah. This bi-coastal approach provides optimal coverage for shipping hydroponics equipment nationwide with minimal transit times.
Our two-warehouse model strikes the perfect balance between shipping speed and inventory management efficiency. By positioning facilities central to each coast, we minimize expensive inventory redistribution while maximizing delivery speed. For hydroponics equipment sellers, this means your customers receive their growing systems, reservoirs, and components promptly without you bearing excessive inventory balancing costs.
What is Red Stag Fulfillment’s pricing?
We create custom pricing packages for each client based on their unique hydroponics inventory and shipping needs. No two businesses are identical, so cookie-cutter pricing doesn’t work. We aggressively negotiate to secure the best possible rates and have established excellent shipping discounts specifically for bulky, specialized items like hydroponics equipment, pumps, and growing systems.
Will Red Stag Fulfillment integrate with my store?
Absolutely. Your hydroponics equipment store will integrate seamlessly with our fulfillment system, regardless of which ecommerce platform you use. We maintain APIs for all major ecommerce platforms and can develop custom integration solutions for unique or specialized systems. Your inventory management and order processing will flow smoothly from your store to our warehouses.
