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GRSI Announces FastTrak 3.0 Warehouse Execution Suite (WES)
GRSI’s FastTrak® 3.0 warehouse execution suite (WES) is software for automating, integrating, planning, and controlling warehouse activities from receiving to shipping. Automated equipment and manual operations are coordinated to optimize accuracy, efficiency, throughput, and resource utilization. The FastTrak WES is composed of four modules including a host interface (HI), warehouse control system (WCS), order management system (OMS), and packaging integration (PI) system. - November 07, 2009 - Glen Road Systems, Inc.
B-TEK Scales, LLC Provides Sight Rails to Existing Scales to Comply with Mining Safety & Health Administration Regulations
Current MSHA have many mining companies scrambling to comply with requirements of sight rails to be at least mid-axle height of the largest vehicle to cross the scale, to avoid penalties and fines. B-TEK Scales, LLC helps mining companies comply. - October 30, 2009 - B-TEK Scales
One Mover Takes the Housing Market Troubles Into Their Own Hands
Moving Right Along Moving and Storage is supporting the Home Stagers, Professional Organizers and Real Estate industries by providing these professionals with services that will meet the needs of their clients. Moving Right Along Moving and Storage, a 12 truck operation, has joined forces with... - October 28, 2009 - Moving Right Along Services, Inc.
Local Mover Battles Bed Bug Head on
Moving Right Along Services Inc., has helped a 217 + unit Manhattan Co-op rid themselves of Bed Bugs. The board of directors didn’t hesitate when confronted with the city’s newest scourge. They took action against the bloodsucking pests – swift, coordinated, ruthless, expensive... - October 28, 2009 - Moving Right Along Services, Inc.
UNITS Solves Missing Link to Local Carnival’s Success
Free UNIT provides event-coordinator with the storage and support missing for two years - October 18, 2009 - UNITS Mobile Storage
B-TEK Scales & Brechbuhler Scales Answer the Cincinnati Zoo's Custom Scale Needs
B-TEK Scales and Brechbuhler Scales partner to provide scale Zoo-Lutions for the Cincinnati Zoo. - October 16, 2009 - B-TEK Scales
B-TEK Scales Provides Paradise Lawn with Digital Scale
B-TEK Scales provides a new digital scale to a neighboring lawn care company working with a tri-county solid waste district near Smithville, Ohio. - October 16, 2009 - B-TEK Scales
Grimes Adds In-House Customs Broker
The Grimes Companies (TGC) has taken a significant step in completing the logistics supply chain process by bringing in-house a full Customs Brokerage. Now Grimes’ clients can enjoy a seamless, one-source capability for managing import/export services. The addition includes Non-Vessel Operation Common Carrier (NVOCC) and customs brokerage services. - October 13, 2009 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Famous Pacific Shipping’s New Oceanfreight Consolidation Service from Hong Kong Opens New Gateway for Central and Eastern Europe
Famous Pacific Shipping, the fast-expanding Asia-based NVOCC and freight services provider, now offers weekly oceanfreight consolidation services from Hong Kong to a key central European gateway. - October 01, 2009 - Famous Pacific Shipping
Famous Pacific Shipping Adds Oceanfreight Services Between Europe and South America
Famous Pacific Shipping (FPS) Rotterdam has beefed up its South American oceanfreight connections with the launch of a new fortnightly consolidation service to Cartagena, Colombia. This service adds to FPS Rotterdam’s existing services to Santos, Buenos Aires, Callao, Valparaiso and Colon. - August 21, 2009 - Famous Pacific Shipping
Storage Opportunity Partners LLC and Storage Pros Self Storage - Falmouth, MA and Fairhaven, MA
Storage Opportunity Partners acquire two self storage facilities in the New England region to bring their portfolio to 13 properties. - August 19, 2009 - Storage Pros
The Grimes Companies Recognized for Its Fast and Continued Growth
The Company Ranks Among Jacksonville's 50 Fastest-Growing Private Companies. - July 28, 2009 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Starving Students Creates Facebook, MySpace and Twitter Pages
Starving Students has taken the next step in maintaining relationships with their new Facebook, MySpace and Twitter pages. Check them all out at SSMovers.com and see how you can save on your move with exclusive offers. - July 02, 2009 - Starving Students Movers
Famous Pacific Shipping Invites AGM Sponsors
Famous Pacific Shipping, the fast-expanding Asia-based NVOCC and freight services provider, is inviting container shipping lines to sponsor its Annual General Meeting and conference which will be held later this year in Macau from October 25-29th. - July 01, 2009 - Famous Pacific Shipping
Starving Students Launches New Web Site
For more than 36 years Starving Students has been providing top-notch moves to its customers. Now, the company has launched a new Web site designed at making it easier for visitors to book the best move they’ve ever had. - June 27, 2009 - Starving Students Movers
E-Z Movers’ Partners Up with Chicago Apartment Finders, Making Your Moving Experience a Great One
E-Z Movers, a Chicago-based moving company, is proud to announce they have partnered with Chicago Apartment Finders. - June 11, 2009 - E-Z Movers, Inc.
E-Z Movers’ Teams Up with Apartment People, All Your Services Needed to Make Your Moving Experience a Better One
E-Z Movers, a Chicago-based moving company, is proud to announce they have partnered with Apartment People, Chicago's largest free apartment finding service. - June 11, 2009 - E-Z Movers, Inc.
3PL Nexus Distribution Expands to 1 Million Square Feet in Chicago
Third party logistics provider Nexus distribution expands to 1 million square feet in Bedford Park, IL, adding a third warehouse to its Midwest region facilities. The new distribution center has direct access to the adjacent CSX intermodal yard and gives Nexus exclusive access to a private roadway that can be used to transport heavy containers. - June 08, 2009 - Nexus Distribution
Grimes Expands Services with New Division
With the expanding of Grimes Transportation Brokerage (GTB) into the newly developed Grimes Supply Chain Services, Inc. (GSCS), The Grimes Companies, Inc. (TGC) has taken a huge step into the arena of international logistics management. The new division represents Grimes’ continuing growth in worldwide services for its clients. - May 18, 2009 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Nexus Distribution Qualifies as a SmartWaySM Transport Partner
Logistics provider Nexus Distribution meets U.S. EPA Certified SmartWaySM specifications for its commitment to the environmental performance of its private fleet, freight forwarding and warehouse operations. - May 12, 2009 - Nexus Distribution
Point of Purchased Industry Leaders Form Alliance to Create Single Source Program Solution for the Point of Purchase Marketplace
Rapid Fulfillment, Inc., an industry leader in POP fulfillment solutions and evolve group, inc., an industry innovator of POP design and production have formed a strategic alliance to create a single source solution for the POP marketplace. The single source solution, termed... - May 09, 2009 - Rapid Fulfillment, Inc.
A+ Mini Storage Offers Student Storage Rates in Miami
This summer A+ Mini Storage will be offering student storage at a discount price. These rates will be available at three greater Miami area locations. - May 06, 2009 - A+ Mini Storage
GRSI FastTrak® OMS Cartonization System ‘Fits’ the Need
Glen Road Systems, Inc. (GRSI) has announced the addition of a cartonization system to its FastTrak order management system (OMS). The cartonization system uses software to automatically choose the right packaging solution based on orders’ dimensions, weight, and other client-defined criteria. This is first a class of packaging “Decision Automation” designed to make packaging faster and more consistent. - April 29, 2009 - Glen Road Systems, Inc.
Pioneer Celebrates 30 Years in Storage Business
The Storage Inn, Egg Harbor Township, NJ welcomes the community to join in their 30 year anniversary celebration of providing Self-Service Storage to Atlantic County. From May 14th to May 17th, hot dogs and hamburgers will be served free from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. To support our troops, a $5.00 calling card will be donated to military personnel overseas for each new rental during the month of May. - April 28, 2009 - Cumberland Christian School
E-Z Movers, Inc. Storage Barcode Application
E-Z Movers, Inc. launches its new in-house developed barcode application. - April 19, 2009 - E-Z Movers, Inc.
Rapid Fulfillment, Inc. Expands Its Order Fulfillment “Green Initiatives”
Rapid Fulfillment, Inc., an industry leader in order fulfillment and marketing distribution continues to enhance its internal “Green Initiatives.” - April 18, 2009 - Rapid Fulfillment, Inc.
Famous Pacific Shipping in Expansion Mode
Despite the tightening global freight market, the Asia-based NVOCC and freight services supplier, Famous Pacific Shipping (FPS), is following a programme of network expansion in established and emerging freight markets. - April 10, 2009 - Famous Pacific Shipping
Thrifty Office Furniture Announces Ugliest Chair
Office Furniture Store Offers New Executive Chair to Winner Thrifty Office Furniture, a leading provider of quality office furniture, has launched a contest to find the ugliest chair offering contestants the opportunity to win a brand new HON VL700 Series Executive Chair valued at $392.00. The... - April 09, 2009 - Thrifty Office Furniture
Columbus's Premier Self Storage Facility is Now Open
Finally a top of the line Self Storage Facility is now open in Columbus. - March 03, 2009 - Cardinal Self Storage
Manhattan Mini Storage’s Newest Ad Campaign Hits NYC
The phrases “Storagista” and “Storkage” haven’t made it into Webster’s Dictionary yet, but Manhattan Mini Storage bets these terms will become part of the New York City lexicon in 2009. - February 28, 2009 - Manhattan Mini Storage
Made4net and Westwind Technologies Announce Warehouse Management System Software Partnership
Leading supply chain execution solutions provider, Made4net, has announced today its partnership with Westwind Technologies, a corporate supply chain consultancy in South Carolina. - February 24, 2009 - Made4net
Supply Chain Execution Solutions Provider Made4net and Logesys Announce Partnership
Made4net and Logesys have signed a partnership agreement appointing Logesys as an authorized Made4net SCExpert™ reseller in India. Logesys is an experienced IT solutions provider, specializing in freight forwarding and logistics solutions. - February 20, 2009 - Made4net
DHS Wins Lekkerland Tender for Made4net’s Warehouse Management System and TopSystem’s Pick-by-Voice Technology
DHS, the Czech IT software and mobile computer systems solutions integrator, announced today that Lekkerland Czech Republic has selected DHS‘ product offerings after stringent tender criteria to meet the warehouse management system and pick-by-voice technology needs of their two distribution warehouses in the Czech Republic. - February 13, 2009 - Made4net
3PL Crossroads Distribution Chooses Made4net’s Warehouse Management System WarehouseExpert
One of the largest third party logistics companies in South Africa, Crossroads Distribution, has recently decided to incorporate Made4net’s complete warehouse management system (WMS) for 3PL companies, WarehouseExpert and BillingExpert, into its Alberton warehouse operations. - February 12, 2009 - Made4net
EZ Movers Unites with Susan G. Komen for the Cure®
E-Z Movers signature pink vehicles will illustrate awareness of the fight for the cure and allow observers to connect with friends and family to join the fight, for the cure of breast cancer. On the Move for a Cure® is made possible by the E-Z Movers On the Move for a Cure® Fundraiser which will be an annual fundraiser held by E-Z Movers who will donate a percentage from every move they make. - January 28, 2009 - E-Z Movers, Inc.
Wausau Paper Selects Nexus Distribution for Midwest Hub, Creating Jobs in Illinois
Logistics Provider Nexus Distribution selected to open Midwest U.S. Distribution Center for Wausau Paper (NYSE:WPP). Further enhancing service to customers of its Printing & Writing segment, Wausau Paper selected Nexus Distribution’s facility in Bedford Park, IL as the location for its... - January 22, 2009 - Nexus Distribution
Fast-Growing Grimes Moves Into New Headquarters
The Grimes Companies (TGC) has completed the move into its new corporate headquarters at 14500 Hyatt Rd near the Jacksonville International Airport. Repairs and improvements have been taking place since Grimes purchased the former Pic “N Save distribution center two years ago. - January 12, 2009 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Automotive Leader Selects Made4net’s Warehouse Management System to Replace Old WMS
Colmobil, a leading distributor of cars and commercial vehicles in Israel, has chosen to implement Made4net’s warehouse management system WarehouseExpert, to manage the end to end spare parts flow in Colmobil’s innovative Distribution Center (DC). - January 09, 2009 - Made4net
Famous Pacific Shipping Builds Stronger Presence in Australia
Famous Pacific Shipping continues to build its presence in the important Australian market through a range of strategic investments and planning decisions that will see the global freight forwarding group ratchet up the pressure on the competition. - January 07, 2009 - Famous Pacific Shipping
Grimes Teams Up with Marines to Help Toys for Tots
The Grimes Companies (TGC) teamed up with the United States Marine Corp’s Toys for Tots program and through a company-wide drive donated nearly 300 toys in its first year of participation. The project was spearheaded by Grimes employees Elisa Garcia and Patricia Vehmeyer. Through their... - December 22, 2008 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Made4net to Showcase WarehouseExpert Warehouse Management System at ProMat in Chicago
Made4net is pleased to announce the showcasing of WarehouseExpert warehouse management system solution as part of the SCExpert Suite of supply chain execution solutions at ProMat 2009 in booth 4552. - December 15, 2008 - Made4net
Famous Pacific Shipping Names Blue Calm Marine Services as New Iranian General Agent
Forwarding network, the Famous Pacific Shipping (FPS) Group, has appointed Blue Calm Marine Services as its general agent in Iran. - December 11, 2008 - Famous Pacific Shipping
The Grimes Companies Hires New Client Services Manager
The Grimes Companies (TGC) is pleased to announce that Felipe de la Guardia has joined the company as Client Services Manager. de la Guardia’s primary responsibility is the development and oversight of the client service group. He will focus on staffing, training, and the development of the... - November 24, 2008 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Record Breaking AGM for Famous Pacific Shipping
Famous Pacific Shipping, the fast-expanding Asia-based NVOCC and freight services provider, broke all records at its recent Annual General Meeting and Conference in Madrid. - November 21, 2008 - Famous Pacific Shipping
Swiftys Luxury Car Storage in Montreal Offers Secured Facility for All Types of Vehicles
Montreal entrepreneurs, Jim Wyant and Matthew Swift-Brennan, provide car storage in their secure, privately-located humidity and temperature-controlled facility, as well as professional luxury car detailing. - November 03, 2008 - Swiftys Luxury Car Storage
New Trade Equipment for Fruit and Vegetables from Vitrina PG
Vitrina PG, Russian producer of trade and warehouse equipment, offers its new trade equipment for fruit and vegetables. - October 22, 2008 - Vitrina Production Group
Hola to Madrid as Famous Pacific Shipping Comes to Town
Famous Pacific Shipping, the fast-expanding Asia-based NVOCC and freight services provider, is holding its Annual General Meeting and Conference in Europe for the first time in Madrid, Spain between 26th and 29th October 2008. - October 22, 2008 - Famous Pacific Shipping
Vitrina PG at the Exhibition "Storage. Transportation. Logistics."
Vitrina PG, Russian manufacturer of trade equipment, will take part in exhibition “Storage. Transportation. Logistics.” which takes place in Expocentre in Krasnaja Presnja on 27-30, October 2008. - October 19, 2008 - Vitrina Production Group
Mt Højgaard Names Famous Pacific Shipping as Local Logistics Partner for Sri Lankan Port Project
Famous Pacific Shipping Lanka (Pvt) Ltd has been named as the preferred local freight partner by the Danish contractor MT Højgaard to handle the majority of the logistics services required during the construction of the Oluvil Port Project in Sri Lanka. - October 15, 2008 - Famous Pacific Shipping
Famous Pacific Shipping Becomes a Member of Major Household Removals and Personal Effects Association
Less than year after it was established, PT. FPS Movers, an affiliate of the Famous Pacific Shipping (FPS) Group (www.fps-group.net) has been accepted as a member of the Household Goods Forwarders Association of America, Inc (HHGFAA). - September 10, 2008 - Famous Pacific Shipping