Warehousing & Storage
Dry, climate-controlled, refrigerated and freezer storage in a naturally secure underground environment.
Learn more about warehousing →One of the World's Largest Underground Warehousing & Fulfillment Centers
Carved into the rocky limestone bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River in Quincy, Illinois, UWI operates at the intersection of nature and technology — delighting customers since 1969.
652,000 sq ft of space
Dry, refrigerated & freezer storage
Truck, barge & rail access
Serving customers since 1969
652,000
Square feet of warehouse space
1969
Serving customers since
2.3M
Cubic feet refrigerated & freezer
375,000
Sq ft dry, climate-controlled storage
Our Services
Tailored warehousing, fulfillment and distribution solutions for companies of every size.
Fulfillment Services
End-to-end order fulfillment, repackaging, labeling and inventory management tailored to your project.
Learn more about fulfillment →Distribution & Logistics
Nationwide distribution from the heart of the Midwest, with cross-docking and import/export support.
Learn more about distribution →Refrigerated & Freezer Storage
2.3 million cubic feet of refrigerated and freezer space from -10°F to +38°F for temperature-sensitive goods.
Learn more about cold storage →Transportation Services
Inbound and outbound transportation with convenient barge, rail and truck access and daily rail switching.
Learn more about transportation →Special Services
Cross-docking, repackaging, labeling, EDI, bar-coding and radio frequency inventory technology.
View all services →Why Choose UWI
Our success has been built on a cornerstone of superior customer service. Our professional staff is committed to your total satisfaction and excellence, and we take great pride in our long-lasting relationships with major national companies.
- USDA Certified facility with AIB certification and ISO certification underway
- State-of-the-art inventory management with EDI, bar-coding and radio frequency technology
- Natural fire resistance that can significantly help lower insurance rates
- Environment naturally resistant to insects and other pests
- Complete weather protection during loading and unloading
- Centrally located in the heart of the Midwest for convenient nationwide distribution
Markets We Serve
We make it our business to know your business across a wide variety of industries.
Food Products
Temperature-controlled storage for food and beverage products.
Pharmaceutical
Secure, climate-controlled storage for sensitive products.
Paper & Packaging
Dry storage for paper, packaging and related materials.
Agriculture
Bulk and packaged agricultural product storage.
Personal Care
Careful handling and storage for cosmetics and personal care.
Thermoplastics
Storage for thermoplastics and reinforced thermoset plastics.
Paint & Coatings
Safe storage for paints, coatings and related chemicals.
Wire & Cable
Secure storage for wire, cable and industrial products.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions about our underground facility.
Where is the UWI facility located?
Our underground warehouse and fulfillment facility is located in Quincy, Illinois, with truck, barge and rail services centrally available.
How much storage space is available?
We offer 652,000 square feet of warehouse space, including 375,000 square feet of dry, climate-controlled storage and 2.3 million cubic feet of refrigerated and freezer space.
What temperature ranges are available for cold storage?
Our refrigerated and freezer space ranges from -10°F to +38°F, ideal for a wide variety of temperature-sensitive products.
How can products be transported to and from the facility?
We are conveniently accessed by barge, rail or truck, with daily rail switching with BNSF and NS.
Industry Notes
UWI makes it its business to know its clients' businesses — which means keeping an eye on the markets our goods move through, not just the logistics. Our team shares what it's seeing with clients, from cold chain trends to the quiet boom in high-value collectibles. Lately that includes the watch trade, where even replica watches have become a category of their own, with their own terminology, grading and buying guides.
Ready to Partner with UWI?
Contact our team today to discuss your warehousing, fulfillment and distribution needs. We provide a personalized solution for every company we work with.
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