by logisticsplus | Sep 15, 2023 | News
If your business needs affordable, centrally-located warehousing, distribution, or fulfillment, Erie, Pennsylvania is a great location for a number of reasons, including:
- Central location: Erie is located in the central/northeastern United States, with easy access to major interstate highways (I-90 east/west and I-79 north/west) and transportation hubs (Cleveland, Buffalo, and Pittsburgh are all within 2 hours drive). This makes it a great location for businesses that need to distribute their products to customers across the country.
- Next-Day Delivery: 60% of the U.S. population can be reached with next-day delivery from Erie.
- Affordable labor: The cost of labor in Erie is relatively low compared to other parts of the country. This can help businesses to save money on their warehousing and fulfillment costs.
- Available workforce: Erie has a large and skilled workforce that is available for employment in the warehousing and fulfillment sector. This can help businesses to find the workers they need to get the job done.
- Tax incentives: The state of Pennsylvania offers a number of tax incentives for businesses that locate in Erie. These incentives may help to offset the cost of warehousing and fulfillment operations.
- Business-friendly environment: Erie is a business-friendly city with a strong commitment to economic development. This can make it easier for businesses to set up and operate in Erie.
In addition to these factors, Erie also has a number of other advantages that make it a great location for warehousing and fulfillment. These include:
- Available warehouse space: There is a good supply of available warehouse space in Erie, which can give businesses the flexibility they need to scale their operations.
- Good infrastructure: Erie has a good transportation infrastructure, with access to major airports, seaports, and rail lines. This makes it easy to get products in and out of Erie.
- Pro-business climate: Erie has a pro-business climate that is supportive of economic development from organizations like the Erie Regional Chamber & Growth Partnership and the Manufacturer & Business Association. This can make it easier for businesses to succeed in Erie.
Overall, Erie is a great location for warehousing and fulfillment. It has a number of advantages that can help businesses to save money, improve efficiency, and grow their business.
Of course, the icing on the cake is that Erie is also the home to the Logistics Plus global headquarters. Logistics Plus also operates a number of full-service warehouses in and around Erie, including multiple facilities in Erie and Meadville, PA, and Olean and Jamestown, NY.
Contact us today to learn more!
by logisticsplus | Aug 29, 2023 | News
The Logistics Plus Charlotte warehouse held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on July 26, 2023, the one-year anniversary of its official opening last summer. The special day was celebrated with speeches, warehouse tours, conversations, photos, food, and more.
A special thanks to the York County Chamber of Commerce for the ceremony and presentation, The Sign Factory for their execution of the facility signage, Blue Bar & Smokehouse for the delicious food, and most importantly, our customers, partners, friends, and staff for making the event a huge success. The team looks forward to continued growth and success in the Rock Hill, SC/Charlotte, NC region!
View pictures from the day by clicking the arrows on the album below. The album also includes some video clips at the end of the album (including some very cool aerial/drone clips) that can only be viewed directly on the Logistics Plus Flickr Page.
![2023 Rock Hill, SC Grand Opening]()
by logisticsplus | Aug 8, 2023 | News
The Logistics Plus Chicago warehouse is happy to announce that it has expanded its warehousing capabilities by adding a new racking system and temperature-controlled cooling unit. The 190,000 sq. ft. warehouse located at 220 N York Road in Bensenville, IL passed the final inspection for these additions last week, and they are now ready for use.
The new racking system adds 5,000 pallet positions in the warehouse. The system is designed for both standard pallet sizes and super sacks. The temperature-controlled cooling unit is 4,000 sq. ft. and runs between 40-60 degrees Fahrenheit. The cooling unit can hold approximately 200 standard pallets, and the temperature can be adjusted to meet exact customer specifications.
Photos of the new racking system and cooling unit can be seen below.
Chicago Warehouse Facts:
- Over 190,000 square feet of storage and fulfillment space located within miles of O’Hare airport
- Centrally located to reach a major portion of the U.S. population within one or two days.
- Secured facilities with monitored cameras and alarms
- Open space and 32′ high ceilings with over 20 loading docks
- State-of-the-art racking system
- Temperature-controlled cooler unit adjustable to customer specifications
- Dedicated warehousing and distribution specialists
- Properly licensed to handle the warehousing, distribution, and fulfillment of all alcohol products.
- Inventory control and warehouse management system (WMS)
- Complete pick, pack, and ship services with Logistics Plus Fulfillment Solutions
- Logistics services are available for all import/export and domestic transportation needs
by logisticsplus | May 25, 2023 | News
Last week, Logistics Plus Chicago held a forklift training day for warehouse employees. Not only did the employees receive their forklift certification, but they also received training certificates. This certifies that each employee can handle the local forklift training certifications in the future (a “train the trainer” approach).
The following Logistics Plus employees completed the forklift training program:
- Samin Bambur
- Andrew Grizales
- Mike Pytlik
- Nedim Cambazoglu
- Carlos Lopez
- Reyes Xolo Santiago
- Jose Contreras
- Salvador Robles
A special thanks to Vista Safety for holding these classes and training our warehouse staff. In the coming months, every warehouse in the Logistics Plus network will have a certified forklift trainer on staff.
by logisticsplus | May 3, 2023 | News
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Logistics Plus Ranks Among Transport Topics 2023 Top 100 Logistics Companies
Logistics Plus is also named a Top Dry Storage Warehousing Firm and a Top Freight Brokerage Firm.
ERIE, PA (May 3, 2023) – Logistics Plus, Inc. (LP), a leading worldwide provider of transportation, logistics, and supply chain solutions, is proud to announce that it has been named to the annual Transport Topics Top 100 list of North America’s largest logistics companies based on gross revenue for the most recent 12-month period. With domestic sales approaching a half billion dollars, Logistics Plus made the final 100th spot among all third-party logistics providers competing in North America. Logistics Plus also ranked as the 44th largest dry storage warehousing firm and the 61st largest freight brokerage firm.
“With the historic supply chain disruptions of the last few years receding into the past, third-party logistics providers have been adjusting to normalizing freight market conditions while working to build more efficient and resilient supply chains for the future,” said Seth Clevenger, Transport Topics’ managing editor of features. “The Transport Topics Top 100 Logistics Companies list offers an updated look at how the industry’s largest 3PLs are adapting to this shifting business landscape.”
“I always say we punch above our weight class,” said Jim Berlin, Founder and CEO of Logistics Plus. “Even though we have the global resources to be recognized among the largest 3PLs, we maintain a flat structure with lean operations that are responsive to our customers’ needs. No customer is too large or small for us. They are all equally important.”
To learn who made the list and read more about the issues facing logistics companies, visit Transport Topics at https://www.ttnews.com/articles/2023-top-logistics-highlights-growth.
Last month, Logistics Plus was named a Top 100 Logistics IT Provider for 2023 by Inbound Logistics magazine.
About Transport Topics
Since 1935, Transport Topics (TT) has been the news leader in trucking and freight transportation. When it comes to major issues, industry events, and new developments, TT journalists get the story first and get it right, keeping readers informed about all aspects of the trucking industry and helping them stay ready for what’s to come. Explore the latest at https://www.ttnews.com.
About Logistics Plus, Inc.
Logistics Plus, Inc. is a 21st-century logistics company that provides freight transportation, warehousing, fulfillment, global logistics, business intelligence, and supply chain management solutions through a worldwide network of talented and caring professionals. Jim Berlin founded the company nearly 26 years ago in Erie, PA. Today, Logistics Plus is a highly regarded, fast-growing, and award-winning transportation and logistics company. With its trademark Passion For Excellence™, Logistics Plus employees put the ‘plus’ in logistics by doing the big things properly, plus the countless little things that ensure complete customer satisfaction and success.
Media Contact:
Scott G. Frederick
CMO & LTL Carrier Relations
Logistics Plus, Inc.
(814) 240-6881
[email protected]
Click the image below to download the Logistics Plus logo:
