With more than 30,000 pallets passing through RLS Logistics’ LTL cross dock on a monthly basis, and demand rising, RLS has increased the size of their cross dock from 45,000 square feet to 70,000 square feet at their Newfield, NJ location. “Our temperature-controlled, BRC certified cross dock helps maintain our customers’ products at the proper… Read More »

The cross docking wave reshaped how companies in countless industries manage their supply chains—and now it’s sweeping into the challenging temperature-controlled space in force. With ELD’s in place, a tight truck market and rising transportation costs, smart companies everywhere are looking at ways to make their loads more attractive to carriers while maintaining service levels… Read More »

With energy consumption being the second highest expense of a typical cold storage facility, the reduction of waste and the improvement in efficiency is one of RLS Logistics’ primary goals. To reduce usage and keep services priced competitively, RLS has invested in a number of “green initiatives.” “We are excited to announce that Food Logistics… Read More »

The Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ) recently partnered with the National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) and the United States Postal Service (USPS) for Stamp Out Hunger (r) , the country’s largest single-day food drive. The event raised nearly 90,000 pounds for the Food Bank of South Jersey. Local residents supported the FBSJ by leaving bags of… Read More »

Succeeding in Temperature Controlled Direct to Consumer Fulfillment We have seen it play out time and time again. A client calls in with an amazing product that has all of the traits of a successful product launch. The product is unique and wanted, the brand packaging is creative, it is available online and the web… Read More »

What Is Refrigerated trucking? Refrigerated trucking can also be referred to as ‘reefer’, or ‘temperature controlled’. It is a method of freight shipping that focuses on transporting foods and perishable products that need to be handled via temperature-controlled transportation. The truck and trailers which haul these products have an in-built refrigerator called the reefer unit… Read More »

Refrigerated and Frozen Food Fulfillment The power of consumer spending is changing the cold chain industry. Consumers’ want for fresh food and need for convenience has reshaped marketing for retailers. The demand for direct to consumer fulfillment has created a new avenue for revenue in the 3PL space. With relatively few players in the temperature… Read More »

Cold Storage Warehouse Facility Opening Near Philadelphia Ports RLS Logistics is excited to announce their newly constructed facility that is due to open in Summer of 2018. This new state of the art cold storage warehouse near Philadelphia Ports, I-295 and NJ Turnpike is ideal for distribution to major markets in the northeast. Our facility… Read More »

Is RLS Logistics your favorite 3pl company? Then be sure to vote for us! Each year, Inbound Logistics, a leading trade magazine focusing on business logistics and supply chain managers, publishes a list of the top logistics solutions providers. Through a process of evaluating submitted info, personal interviews and online research they compare data to… Read More »

Choosing The Right Fulfillment Center   Fulfillment Centers Fulfilling customer orders quickly, while maintaining product quality and shipping accuracy is a major challenge for many e-commerce businesses today. Merchants that sell frozen or refrigerated foods and beverages online must take shipping into account when choosing a refrigerated and frozen fulfillment location. Some of the challenges… Read More »