Factory Direct Shipping
Factory-direct orders can ship from the manufacturer warehouse when same-manufacturer items meet the listed threshold. Use this page to plan quote requests and purchase orders.
Before you request a quote
Group items by manufacturer and include ship-to details so we can confirm availability.
Factory Direct Thresholds
Extra discounts begin over the amounts listed below.
Factory Direct Shipping Rules
Same-manufacturer items qualify together
Any eligible item offered by the manufacturer may be included when calculating the threshold.
No freight charges on qualifying shipments
Qualifying factory-direct orders ship from the manufacturer warehouse to your delivery address.
No COD orders
Collect-on-delivery orders are not accepted for factory-direct shipments.
Package quantities may apply
Some manufacturers require standard package quantity ordering for direct shipments.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I include any item from the manufacturer?
- Generally yes, if the item is available from that manufacturer and eligible for direct shipment.
- Who confirms direct-ship eligibility?
- A Dale sales representative will confirm the threshold, availability, and any package quantity requirements.
- Are threshold amounts always current?
- Manufacturer programs can change. Contact customer service to confirm current thresholds for a large order.