by logisticsplus | Aug 9, 2017 | News
Please note, the Logistics Plus Dallas office will be moving from 8600 Freeport Parkway to 1350 Lakeshore Drive, Suite #150 in Coppell, TX on August 12th. All of our phone numbers and email addresses will remain the same. Just to confirm, here is our new full address and contact information:
Logistics Plus Inc. – Dallas Office
1350 Lakeshore Drive #150
Coppell, TX 75019
Main Phone: 877.447.9564
Main Fax: 972.550.6102
Email: dallas@logisticsplus.com
Jenny Melgert, Dallas Branch Manager
The Dallas office move above does not impact our DFW warehouse location in Haslet. The DFW address and contact information remain the same as follows:
Logistics Plus Inc. – DFW Warehouse and FTZ
920 Westport Parkway
Haslet, TX 76177
Phone: 972.893.9695
Email: pricing@logisticsplus.com
Sabrina Ragland, Warehouse Administrator
Thank you for your business and loyalty!
Logistics Plus Inc.
www.logisticsplus.com
by logisticsplus | Aug 7, 2017 | News
As a reminder, the recently approved National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) freight classification changes went into effect this weekend (August 5th, 2017). These changes will have far-reaching effects on LTL shipments of certain commodities in the NMFC that are based on density ratings, such as Plastic or Rubber Articles, Expanded, NOI (157320), and others. Previously, most items assigned a class based on density were subject to one of two tables. The so-called 9-tier classification broke down density into 9 sub ratings as follows:
| Sub 1 |
Less than 1 |
400 |
| Sub 2 |
1 but less than 2 |
300 |
| Sub 3 |
2 but less than 4 |
250 |
| Sub 4 |
4 but less than 6 |
150 |
| Sub 5 |
6 but less than 8 |
125 |
| Sub 6 |
8 but less than 10 |
100 |
| Sub 7 |
10 but less than 12 |
92.5 |
| Sub 8 |
12 but less than 15 |
85 |
| Sub 9 |
15 or greater |
70 |
The 11-tier classification contained 11 density breakdowns:
| Sub 1 |
Less than 1 |
400 |
| Sub 2 |
1 but less than 2 |
300 |
| Sub 3 |
2 but less than 4 |
250 |
| Sub 4 |
4 but less than 6 |
150 |
| Sub 5 |
6 but less than 8 |
125 |
| Sub 6 |
8 but less than 10 |
100 |
| Sub 7 |
10 but less than 12 |
92.5 |
| Sub 8 |
12 but less than 15 |
85 |
| Sub 9 |
15 but less than 22.5 |
70 |
| Sub 10 |
22.5 but less than 30 |
65 |
| Sub 11 |
30 or greater |
60 |
Effective August 5th, the 9-tier breakdown will go away and NMFC items subject to it will be replaced by the 11 tier breakdown. This change is actually good news for shippers, as it provides for a lower class for shipments that are very dense, specifically over 22.5 lbs per cubic foot. The other change however is not so favorable. The 11-tier breakdown will change the sub 4 rating for articles that have a density of 4 but less than 6 pounds per cubic foot. Previously this was rated as a class 150, but will now be rated at a class 175:
For shippers whose LTL shipments were previously rated at class 150 based on density and will now be rated at class 175, this represents about a 15% increase in freight rates. For shippers with an FAK rating of 150, this should not change that rating, but items that were previously in the actual class range may now change. For example, if a shipper has a FAK class 100 rating on items with an actual class of 100-150, and they ship Plastic Articles with a density of 4-6 pcf, this shipment will no longer be subject to the FAK class 100 and will instead move at the actual class of 175.
Please contact your Logistics Plus North American Division (NAD) freight representative if you have any questions regarding the new rules.
by logisticsplus | Jul 13, 2017 | News
FROM PENNSYLVANIA GOVERNOR TOM WOLF NEWSROOM
(see actual news release)
Governor Wolf Announces Logistics Plus, Inc. to Expand and Create 44 New Jobs in the City of Erie
HARRISBURG, Pa. (July 15, 2017) – Today, Governor Tom Wolf announced that Logistics Plus, Inc., a worldwide supply chain management company, will expand its headquarters in the City of Erie, and will create 44 new jobs.
“This expansion in the heart of the City of Erie will bring 44 family-sustaining jobs to a location in the center of the city’s downtown,” said Governor Wolf. “My administration has worked closely with Erie to support its growing business climate and this expansion project is another great investment for the region.”
The expanded facility will allow for the handling of all logistics for clients, from order intake to shipping and installation. Logistics Plus has committed to investing at least $1.2 million into the project, which will create 44 new, full-time jobs and retain 123 more positions statewide.
“It’s very gratifying to be able to create good-paying, fun and interesting jobs with a growing, cutting-edge global company right here in Erie, Pennsylvania,” said Jim Berlin, founder and CEO of Logistics Plus. “Keeping talented people in the Erie area is good for the community and for the local economy.”
Logistics Plus, Inc. received a funding proposal from the Department of Community and Economic Development for $88,000 in Job Creation Tax Credits to be issued after the new jobs are created. The company has also been encouraged to apply for a $2 million low-interest loan from the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority.
The project was coordinated by the Governor’s Action Team, an experienced group of economic development professionals who report directly to the governor and work with businesses that are considering locating or expanding in Pennsylvania, with the assistance of the City of Erie’s Department of Economic and Community Development.
Logistics Plus Inc. is a worldwide provider of transportation, warehousing, global logistics, and supply chain solutions. Founded in Erie by local entrepreneur Jim Berlin 20 years ago, Logistics Plus employs over 400 people and has been repeatedly recognized as one of the fastest-growing transportation and logistics companies in the country.
For more information about the Governor’s Action Team or DCED, visit dced.pa.gov.
by logisticsplus | Mar 2, 2017 | News
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Logistics Plus Recognizes 2016 National and Regional LTL Carriers of the Year
FedEx Freight Presented with National Award and Dayton Freight Presented with Regional Award.
The LP team presents Monica Fronzaglio, worldwide account manager for FedEx Services, with its National LTL Carrier Award
ERIE, PA (March 2, 2017) – Logistics Plus Inc., a leading worldwide provider of transportation, logistics and supply chain solutions, recently recognized two of its less-than-truckload (LTL) carriers for superior results and performance in 2016. The annual awards were presented to the following carriers in each of two categories:
- FedEx Freight was named the 2016 Logistics Plus National LTL Carrier of the Year (Estes Express and UPS Freight were both runners up in this category)
- Dayton Freight Lines was named the 2016 Logistics Plus Regional LTL Carrier of the Year (Ward Transport & Logistics and New Penn Motor Express were both runners up in this category)
The LP team presents Patty Ash, corporate account manager for Dayton Freight, with its Regional LTL Carrier Award
Performing as a top North American freight brokerage firm, Logistics Plus LTL services are delivered through its proprietary eShipPlus™ transportation management system (TMS) – a complimentary online platform made available to all of its LTL customers. Its annual LTL carrier awards are based on internal and external assessments of the following performance criteria:
- Annual Share of Business and Growth
- Price Competitiveness
- Service Performance
- Billing Accuracy
- Customer Service
- Account Representation
“Logistics Plus has been buying, managing, and delivering LTL services to our many customers for 20 years. Although today we provide many other logistics solutions, LTL remains one of our core offerings,” said Scott Frederick, vice president of marketing and LTL carrier relations for Logistics Plus. “Having great, cooperative LTL carrier partners is critical to our LTL services program. We looked at annual performance reports, we polled our internal operations and accounting stakeholders, and we surveyed our end customers; and FedEx Freight and Dayton Freight both came out on top. I am grateful for the support we receive from all of our LTL carrier partners, but I would especially like to thank and congratulate FedEx Freight and Dayton Freight for their excellent performance in 2016.”
About FedEx Freight
FedEx Freight is the largest LTL carrier in North America with service throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico, and to the U.S. Virgin Islands. FedEx Freight offers two reliable options: FedEx Freight® Priority, with the fastest published transit times of any nationwide less-than-truckload (LTL) service, and FedEx Freight® Economy for basic LTL freight shipping needs.
About Dayton Freight Lines
Founded in 1981, Dayton Freight is a private LTL freight carrier headquartered in Dayton, Ohio. With 50 Service Centers in the Midwest region, Dayton Freight offers shippers 1 or 2 day service to thousands of points throughout a 13 state area. With our Strategic Alliance Network, we can serve all of the United States, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico and Guam.
About Logistics Plus Inc.
Logistics Plus Inc. provides freight transportation, warehousing, global logistics, and supply chain management solutions through a worldwide network of talented and caring professionals. Founded in Erie, PA by local entrepreneur, Jim Berlin, 20 years ago, Logistics Plus is a fast-growing and award-winning transportation and logistics company. With a strong passion for excellence, its 400+ employees put the “Plus” in logistics by doing the big things properly, and the countless little things, that together ensure complete customer satisfaction and success.
The Logistics Plus® network includes offices located in Erie, PA; Alma, AR; Little Rock, AR; Los Angeles, CA; Riverside, CA; San Francisco, CA; Visalia, CA; Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; Detroit, MI; Kansas City, MO; Charlotte, NC; Lexington, NC; Buffalo, NY; Cleveland, OH; Charleston, SC; Greenville, SC; Nashville, TN; Dallas, TX; Fort Worth, TX; Houston, TX; Laredo, TX; Madison, WI; Bahrain; Belgium; Canada; Chile; China; Colombia; Egypt; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Kazakhstan; Kenya; Libya; Mexico; Poland; Saudi Arabia; South Sudan; Turkey; UAE; and Uganda; with additional agents around the world. For more information, visit www.logisticsplus.com or follow @LogisticsPlus on Twitter.
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Media Contact:
Scott G. Frederick
Vice President, Marketing
Logistics Plus Inc.
(814) 240-6881
scott.frederick@logisticsplus.com
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by logisticsplus | Jan 10, 2017 | News
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
David Whitehill Joins Logistics Plus as New Procurement Executive
Whitehill will head up sourcing solutions division and support global co-working space client.
ERIE, PA (January 10, 2017) – Logistics Plus Inc., a leading worldwide provider of transportation, logistics and supply chain solutions, is proud to announce that David Whitehill has joined the company to head up its Sourcing Solutions division. Whitehill will oversee all Logistics Plus procurement activities, including those that support its global client, WeWork®, the leading co-working space provider in the world.
Whitehill will work closely with Logistics Plus personnel, WeWork buyers, and vendors to achieve seamless, cost-effective, and high-quality execution of activities, from procurement to final delivery and installation of furniture and merchandise at WeWork locations worldwide.
Whitehill has over a decade of senior buying experience with global companies such as The Boeing Company, and GE Transportation. His background includes logistics and warehouse management experience with AVI Foodsystems and Erie Aviation, Inc. where he served as Director of Operations. Whitehill also served in the U.S. Marines for six years as an Aviation Supply Specialist.
“We are excited to welcome someone with David’s background and talents to the Logistics Plus family,” said Jim Berlin, founder and CEO for Logistics Plus. “David will play a key role in overseeing the Logistics Plus Sourcing Solutions division and supporting our developing relationship with WeWork and its vendors.”
About Logistics Plus Inc.
Logistics Plus Inc. provides freight transportation, warehousing, global logistics, and supply chain management solutions through a worldwide network of talented and caring professionals. Founded in Erie, PA by local entrepreneur, Jim Berlin, 20 years ago, Logistics Plus is a fast-growing and award-winning transportation and logistics company. With a strong passion for excellence, its 400+ employees put the “Plus” in logistics by doing the big things properly, and the countless little things, that together ensure complete customer satisfaction and success.
The Logistics Plus® network includes offices located in Erie, PA; Alma, AR; Little Rock, AR; Los Angeles, CA; Riverside, CA; San Francisco, CA; Visalia, CA; Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; Detroit, MI; Kansas City, MO; Charlotte, NC; Lexington, NC; Buffalo, NY; Cleveland, OH; Charleston, SC; Greenville, SC; Nashville, TN; Dallas, TX; Fort Worth, TX; Houston, TX; Laredo, TX; Madison, WI; Bahrain; Belgium; Canada; Chile; China; Colombia; Egypt; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Kazakhstan; Kenya; Libya; Mexico; Poland; Saudi Arabia; South Sudan; Turkey; UAE; and Uganda; with additional agents around the world. For more information, visit www.logisticsplus.com or follow @LogisticsPlus on Twitter.
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Media Contact:
Scott G. Frederick
Vice President, Marketing
Logistics Plus Inc.
(814) 240-6881
scott.frederick@logisticsplus.com
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