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San Diego Self Storage Collects Over 16,000 Toys During 2013 Toys for Tots Campaign
San Diego Self Storage (SDSS) and Rubio’s® joined forces for the 15th Annual SDSS Toys for Tots holiday toy drive by collecting 16,463 toys and $1,126.00 in cash donations at 18 SDSS facilities throughout San Diego. Through SDSS, Rubio’s offered Free Eats Cards for a complimentary... - January 28, 2014 - San Diego Self Storage
Houston Chronicle Reports That Storage Industry Soars – Local Storage Provider, Amazing Spaces®, Stays Grounded Among Competitors Trying to Cash in
Local storage provider, Amazing Spaces, has remained Houston communities' trusted storage choice since 1998. - January 24, 2014 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers
Zippy Shell Fox Valley Sponsors the Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Coffee and Connections Event
Zippy Shell Fox Valley sponsored Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce’s bi-monthly Coffee and Connections networking event today at the Painter’s District Council No. 30 facility in Aurora, Illinois. “Being a new, family-owned and operated business in the Fox Valley brings its own... - January 23, 2014 - Zippy Shell Fox Valley
Grimes President Michael O'Leary Appointed to Dean's Council at UNF
The Division of Continuing Education at University of North Florida allows students, business professionals, and even retirees the opportunity to stay current within their field of business or perhaps launch into a brand new career. To facilitate on-going education and course development, Dean Bob... - January 15, 2014 - Total Distribution, Inc.
DWBH Receives Approved, Registered Trademark/Service mark
DWBH, LLC (DWBH) recently received an approved, registered Trademark/Service mark for its name, use, and “trade dress.” DWBH President and CEO, Steven D. MacDonald stated: “Although registration of our service mark provides practical and legal benefits, it is also an important... - January 12, 2014 - DWBH, LLC (DWBHCORP)
AmazingTape to Showcase Patented Tape Technology for Hobbyists at CHA
AmazingTape is a patented, non-adhesive tape which is both permanent and reusable and provides thousands of craft and hobby uses. The product will display its unique features and benefits this month at the Craft and Hobby Association Conference and Trade Show to be held January 10-14, 2014 at the... - January 10, 2014 - Amazing Tape Management LLC
Grimes Trucking Company Installs Qualcomm Units
During the last quarter of 2013, Grimes Trucking Company installed Qualcomm’s Omnitracs units in every company and contracted truck in the fleet. As Grimes looks forward in 2014, the newly installed system is already serving their communication and compliance goals. “Our commitment to... - January 07, 2014 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Service Disabled Veteran, Presents Supply Chain in the Line of Fire to Institute of Supply Management South Florida Chapter
Supply Management expert and author, Dr. Randall M. Mauldin, President of Jack Quinn Solutions, LLC, and a veteran with 20 years in the Marine Corps supply management and logistics operations will lead seminar on January 23, 2013 at 6:00 pm. - January 07, 2014 - Jack Quinn Solutions, LLC
GATI-KWE Shifts to e-Billing for Its Customers
Gati Kintetsu Express Pvt Ltd (GATI-KWE), the Express Distribution and Supply Chain Solutions provider, a subsidiary of Gati Ltd has launched a new project - ‘Green & Clean Billing’. Under this project, the company has taken up an initiative to offer its customers e-bills linked to... - January 05, 2014 - Gati Kintetsu Express Pvt Ltd.
Balanced Logistics Inc. a Cross-Border Transportation Service Celebrates Second Anniversary in Burlington Ontario
Balanced Logistics Inc. provides services to accommodate a wide spectrum of transportation services such as less-than-truckload (LTL) and full truckload (FL) including temperature controlled shipments. - January 01, 2014 - Balanced Logistics Inc.
The Grimes Companies Donates 3,500 Meals to Second Harvest Food Bank
Giving back to the community is a part of the culture at The Grimes Companies, and the holiday season brings many opportunities to do just that. At this year’s Holiday Charity Event with The Transportation Club of Jacksonville, Grimes donated $500 to The Second Harvest Food Bank, matching the... - December 23, 2013 - Total Distribution, Inc.
New Collapsible Packaging Product is a Game Changer
FCA's Collapsible Utility Box (C.U.B.) is an innovative, yet economical collapsible packaging product that saves customers significant money on freight, storage, set up and take down, and packaging costs. It requires no tools, clips, fasteners or hardware to assemble and is much more economical than other collapsible packaging products on the market. - December 17, 2013 - FCA, LLC
UNEX Manufacturing Inc. Launches New Website; Rebrands Company with New Look and Logo
UNEX Manufacturing rebranding efforts culminate in a new logo, a new look, a new website, and a new way to interact with distributors and end users in the material handling and carton flow industries. - December 13, 2013 - UNEX Manufacturing Inc.
Value Store It Announces New Reservation Options in Miami and Fort Lauderdale
Value Store It, a Florida self storage company makes it easy and fast to reserve a storage unit online. - December 08, 2013 - Value Store It Self Storage
Jack Quinn Solutions, LLC, a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business, Brings Supply Management Certification Course to San Diego Area
Supply Management expert and author, Dr. Randall M. Mauldin, will lead a supply management certification course for purchasing and procurement professionals 4-6 February at 8:00 am to 5:00 pm each day. He will also offer tips from his top-ranked supply chain analysis book for businesses, non-profit, and government organizations. - December 07, 2013 - Jack Quinn Solutions, LLC
Amazing Spaces® Storage Centers Helps Bring Joy to Houston Children in Need for the Fifth Year, Partnering with the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation
Amazing Spaces Storage Centers is an official Toys for Tots donation site for the residents of the greater Houston communities. Its four Houston-area locations will collect toys to give to Houston children in need this holiday season. - December 06, 2013 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers
The Grimes Companies Launches New Websites
The Grimes Companies is inviting visitors to its newly developed family of sites, recently redesigned from a single corporate website. The new design includes individual sites for each of The Grimes Companies, improving navigation and providing richer content within each division. “In order... - December 04, 2013 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Victorville Self Storage Firm Got Storage Introduce Business Storage Options
Victorville, CA-based experts for self-storage services, Got Storage have just announced an expansion of their facility to include new business storage options. The company’s new services are designed to enhance the ease with which local business operators are able to store and ship their... - November 28, 2013 - Got Storage
Got Storage Announces Large Units for RV Storage in Victorville
Got Storage has just announced that they have large units for RV storage in Victorville now available for rental. Got Storage’s largest unit for RV storage in Victorville is 75’ x 11’ and the facility has the latest in security and surveillance to keep RVs safe throughout any time... - November 23, 2013 - Got Storage
Got Storage Announces Self Storage in Victorville for New Homeowners
Got Storage has just announced that their units for self storage in Victorville are ideal for homeowners that have just purchased a home in the area. A unit for self storage in Victorville assists new homeowners by providing them with the ability to store and organize their household items while... - November 23, 2013 - Got Storage
Houston Community Answers the Call to Donate to Shriners Hospital for Children, Amazing Spaces® Storage Center’s Annual Fundraiser
Leader in self storage, Amazing Spaces Storage Centers®, raises funds to benefit the Shriners Hospitals for Children, a world-class hospital system that saves and improves the lives of children regardless of their family's ability to pay. Houston local communities rose to the challenge to donate. - November 22, 2013 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers
Cargo Transport Split is Increasing, TELS Reports
For 4 months of 2013 the total volume of automobile carriages has increased by 7% compared to the same period last year. - November 22, 2013 - TELS
Grimes Trucking Company Opens New Terminal in Atlanta
Grimes Trucking Company is pleased to announce the opening of a new driver terminal in Atlanta, Georgia. The additional terminal, which opened earlier this month, will give Grimes Trucking a physical presence in Atlanta, where their drivers steadily pass through on Grimes’ regular lanes in... - November 20, 2013 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Innovative Container Modifications from Gateway Containers
Gateway Containers –the premier provider of storage and shipping containers in Australia – offers customers innovative ways of using shipping and storage containers. Buyers can now have shipping containers customised to suit any needs, whether it’s installing electrical wires or skylights for a makeshift home or office. - November 19, 2013 - Gateway Containers
Grimes Warehousing Selects Logimax as WMS Solution
In September 2013, Grimes Warehousing made a decision to move its warehouse inventory management and billing system over to Logimax. Today, the Logimax system is fully integrated and management is pleased with the selection. “Every day we are looking for ways to be more efficient and offer... - November 13, 2013 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Value Store It Offers Discount for New Self Storage Tenants in Time for Holiday
Florida Based self storage facility, Value Store It, implements new "first month free" program for new tenants across its entire portfolio of self storage facilities - November 13, 2013 - Value Store It Self Storage
San Diego Self Storage Supports Community Resource Center Holiday Baskets Program
In the administration of their on-going community outreach program, San Diego Self Storage donated 200 toys to the Community Resource Center Holiday Baskets project to benefit underprivileged children. - November 09, 2013 - San Diego Self Storage
The Only Customs Broker in Albuquerque Celebrates Helping New Mexico Clients for Over One Year
It has been just over one year now since D'Ann L Brown Customs Broker has been open for business in New Mexico. In that time the business has helped a variety of clients with imports and exports spanning a variety of industries. - November 05, 2013 - D'Ann L Brown Customs Broker
Grimes Warehousing Services Reaches 1,000 Days Safety Mark
On October 23, Grimes Warehousing Services reached a notable milestone for safety – 1,000 days without a lost time accident. This exceptional achievement underscores The Grimes Companies’ commitment to operational safety as well as customer service. “Our high safety goals are not... - October 29, 2013 - Total Distribution, Inc.
San Diego Self Storage and Rubio’s Join Forces to Benefit Toys for Tots
San Diego Self Storage and Rubio’s are joining forces for the 15th Annual SDSS Toys for Tots holiday and offering coupons for a free taco at any of Rubio’s San Diego locations. - October 28, 2013 - San Diego Self Storage
Longistics Names Nicole Blake as Human Resources Manager
Global Logistics Solutions Provider Hires Former Wake Health Services Human Resource Executive. - October 23, 2013 - Longistics
Amazing Spaces® Storage Centers is Recognized by Mayor Parker a Valuable Partner in the New DROPoff Houston e-Waste Recycling Program
Local self storage facilities partner with the City of Houston and GREENspot DROPoff to accept residents' electronic waste free of charge to be responsibly recycled thereby keeping dangerous materials out of landfills and streams. - October 11, 2013 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers
Olivenhain Self Storage Announces Donation to Urban Surf 4 Kids
San Diego Self Storage donated a storage unit to Urban Surf for Kids in response to house merchandise donated by corporations and private individuals in anticipation of opening a US4K thrift store. - October 10, 2013 - San Diego Self Storage
Grimes Trucking Company Expansion to New Lane Ave Location
Due to recent expansion within The Grimes Companies (TGC), Grimes Trucking Company has relocated to 1108 N. Lane Ave. in Jacksonville. The new facility more than doubles the office space dedicated to Grimes Trucking Company while also adding enclosed bays for in-house servicing as well as a... - October 09, 2013 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Welsh Packaging Solutions Moving Its Operations to a New 154,000 Square-Foot Facility in Morrisville
Operating Under the Ernest Packaging Solutions Name, Packaging Company Spurs Need for Additional Square Footage Due to Sustained Growth. - October 04, 2013 - Ernest Packaging Solutions
Grimes Expands Services with New Division
The Grimes Companies today announced the launch of its newest division, Metrix Staffing, a subsidiary of its highly successful contract manufacturing and packaging division, Grimes Packaging Services. Focused strictly on serving the distribution and packaging operations of businesses in North... - October 01, 2013 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Amazing Spaces Storage Centers® Named Top-Operator: 2013 Mini-Storage Messenger Top 100 Operators List
Amazing Spaces Storage Center is named a Top 100 Operator by "Mini-Storage Messenger" in 2013. - September 25, 2013 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers
Action Storage to Showcase eXtreme Plastic Lockers® to the Oil and Gas Industry at the Offshore Europe Show
Storage equipment specialist Action Storage will be showcasing its innovative and hardwearing eXtreme Plastic Lockers® at the Offshore Europe Show (3rd-6th September). - September 12, 2013 - Action Storage
Got Storage Announces RV Storage Rental in Apple Valley for the Summer Season
Got Storage has just announced that they are providing RV storage rental in Apply Valley for the summer season. This time of year, many people have time off from work and school, and want to get more use out of their RV. The facility for RV storage rental in Apple Valley is equipped with storage... - September 11, 2013 - Got Storage
Chuck Cline Joins ASW Global as National Director of CPG/Retail
ASW Global welcomes Charles “Chuck” Cline as National Director of CPG/Retail Services. Cline comes to ASW with more than 25 years of supply chain management and logistic experience. Cline has served as President of several logistics companies and has held various management positions... - August 30, 2013 - ASW Global
The Grimes Companies Promotes Michael White to Director of Fleet Operations
The Grimes Companies are pleased to announce the promotion of Michael White to Director of Fleet Operations of Grimes Trucking Company (GTC). White has served as Terminal Manager since joining GTC in 2012. White has more than 28 years’ industry experience and has quickly adapted to the... - August 21, 2013 - Total Distribution, Inc.
St. Louis-Based Logistics Leader, Sunset Transportation Joins CargoNet; Increases Company Cargo Theft Prevention
Sunset Transportation, a third-party logistics company (3PL), recently joined CargoNet® to help protect their customers from cargo theft. By using this high-tech system, Sunset is actively reducing their customers’ risk of theft. CargoNet’s theft prevention services aggregates data... - August 21, 2013 - Sunset Transportation
Grimes Trucking Services Named One of Jacksonville's 50 Fastest Growing Companies
Each year, the Jacksonville Business Journal announces the 50 Fastest Growing Companies in Northeast Florida. Grimes Trucking Services (GTS) was honored again to receive this coveted distinction for a second year in a row. In fact, along with GTS, The Grimes Companies (GTS’s parent company),... - August 20, 2013 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Safeguard Self Storage Announces the Opening of a New Self Storage Facility in Bronx, New York Just North of Manhattan
Safeguard Self Storage expanded its presence in the New York metropolitan self-storage market again with the opening of its newest location, a 57,000 net rentable square foot addition to its existing facility on Bronx Boulevard in Bronx, New York about four miles northeast of Manhattan. Safeguard opened its 63rd store nationwide and its 23rd store in the New York metropolitan market today. - August 17, 2013 - Safeguard Self Storage
Internal Marketing Guru Discusses Her Craft in Karol Fulfillment Interview
In recent years, the “internal marketing” credo -- a company thrives when its employees’ thrive -- has been a banner worn by many businesses. Long before this however, marketing guru Sybil Stershic of Quality Service Marketing was leading the charge. The fulfillment company, Karol Media, engaged this former American Marketing Association Chair to discuss her craft. - August 09, 2013 - Karol Media
The Safety Show Sydney: The Ultimate OHS Trade Show
The Safety Show Sydney, the final safety industry trade show for 2013, is set to take place at the Sydney Showground in September. The three-day event will be the essential destination for businesses to network with industry experts as well as gain access to cutting-edge knowledge on the latest... - August 08, 2013 - Informa Exhibitions Australia
Longistics President Andy Marchiano Elected to North Carolina Trucking Association Board of Directors
Company President Will Call on More Than Two Decades of Experience to Help Serve State Nonprofit Group - August 08, 2013 - Longistics
Bekins Northwest Rejoins Bekins Van Lines
Long-time Washington moving company, Bekins Northwest, becomes an interstate agent for Bekins Van Lines. Bekins Northwest - the official mover for the Seattle Seahawks - in located in seven Washington communities: Seattle, Tacoma, Lakewood, Olympia, Bremerton, Yakima and Pasco. - August 02, 2013 - Wheaton Van Lines
Global4PL Announces Major Global Supply Chain Contract Proving Importer of Record / Exporter of Record (IOR-EOR) Services
Global4PL Supply Chain Services, an industry leading supply chain consulting and global trade management company, announced today that an undisclosed Hi-Tech Fortune 500 company has selected Global4PL to provide Importer/Exporter of Record and RMA depot services in Latin America and Asia, including... - July 19, 2013 - Global4PL
Storage Systems Midwest, Inc. is a Future 50 Company
Storage Systems Midwest Inc. has been named a 2013 Future 50 company by the Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce’s Council of Small Business Executives (COSBE). The Future 50 program, now in its 26th year, recognizes privately-owned companies in the seven-county Milwaukee region... - July 16, 2013 - Storage Systems Midwest, Inc.