PLS Logistics Lands New LTL Customers

Rochester, PA /PRNewswire/ -- PLS Logistics Services announces the continuing expansion of their LTL customer base with the signing of several multi-year agreements with new LTL customers. AutoGate, Inc., Dillon Supply Company and the I.T. Xchange Company are among those who have selected PLS Logistics Services of Rochester, PA to manage their LTL moves.

AutoGate, Inc., of Berlin Heights, OH, has chosen PLS to manage all of their LTL shipping requirements based upon the cost savings provided to their distribution system and the leading technology of the PLSPRO(SM) System (Transportation Management System) for optimum carrier selection. AutoGate is a leading manufacturer of Vertical Pivot Lift (VPL) gate operators, along with slide, swing and barrier operators. The company also offers a full line of reversing/safety and access control devices.

Dillon Supply Company, headquartered in Raleigh, NC, has chosen PLS to manage LTL freight traffic from its 30-plus stocking locations across the southeast U.S. Dillon Supply is a leader in industrial, construction, steel, safety and material handling products and services. It provides quality products, unequaled services, technical support and solutions to reduce costs associated with material procurement. PLS Logistics was selected to manage Dillon's LTL moves due to their strong commitment to providing cost effective LTL logistics solutions while enhancing service to Dillon's customers. The PLSPRO(SM) System will improve load dispatch and management functions for the company.

I.T. Xchange has chosen PLS Logistics to manage their LTL shipping requirements at the company's Morrisville, NC location. The agreement between the two companies covers a three year period. I.T. Xchange is the world's largest secondary marketing computer distributor, delivering used computers and computer parts around the globe. PLS will enable I.T. Xchange to reduce their transportation budget while utilizing the PLSPRO(SM) System to dispatch and manage freight.

"PLS Logistics is excited to announce these additions to our rapidly expanding LTL client base," states Scott Boyer, PLS Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing. "We are confident we will add value to these new customers' distribution systems while yielding cost savings on their transportation spends. By turning over their LTL logistics requirements to PLS, each company can fully focus on their core competencies while increasing the quality of their customer service through on-time delivery. The significant investments PLS has made in technology, people and processes will benefit all our customers and their distribution requirements. We look forward to applying our proven track record of service excellence and cost savings to each customer's specific shipping requirements."

About AutoGate, Inc.:

AutoGate, Inc., located in Berlin Heights, Ohio, was founded in 1986 and is a leading manufacturer of Vertical Pivot Lift [VPL] gate operators. In addition to manufacturing the first UL 325 compliant vertical pivot lift gate operator, AutoGate carries slide, swing and barrier operators. AutoGate also offers a full line of reversing/safety and access control devices. AutoGate's product line includes "The Shield®", a Department of State K-12 rated anti-terrorism crash barrier gate.

About Dillon Supply Company:

For nearly a century, Dillon Supply Company has demonstrated an ability to transmit its knowledge from generation to generation. Established in 1914, Dillon Supply Company has grown to become a leader in industrial, construction, steel, safety and material handling products and services through commitment to change and flexibility. Dillon Supply Company recognizes the importance of partnership, and has been able to achieve long-term partnerships with thousands of customers by reducing their cost of doing business.

About I.T. Xchange:

I.T. Xchange is a partner in protecting companies' Information Technology investment, offering many innovative products and services to organizations involved in the deployment, management and disposal of information technology.

About PLS:

PLS Logistics Services is a leading 3PL in the industries it serves, delivering non-asset based logistics solutions to industrial shippers of metals, lumber and building materials, automotive, nuclear, oil and gas and industrial equipment industries. PLS partners logistics professionals with industry-leading technology to provide value for clients by optimizing their supply-chain efficiency, improving service and reducing the total cost of transportation.

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