Glideaway Opens New Distribution Facility in Hazelwood, Missouri

July 29, 2020  by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry   

The company will occupy over 111,000 square feet of modern warehouse and office space. The new distribution center will host 18 loading docks and enhanced storage capacity because of the warehouse’s 40’ ceiling heights. A cutting-edge sprinkler, security and video surveillance systems have been installed to guarantee the safety of the stored goods. Glideaway’s headquarters and factory will remain at 8226 Lackland Road, St. Louis, Missouri.

“It’s rewarding to see the new space take shape and become active, knowing the value it will bring to our customers,” said Zev Fredman, president of Glideaway. “Glideaway’s strategic expansion to Tradeport speaks to the growth opportunities we see in the bedding market. This investment is part of our customer-centric approach to provide them with the best Glideaway experience – inventory and delivery being critical components of that experience.”

Senior Vice President of National Accounts, Dan Baker stated, “We’re preparing for a rapid resurgence in demand as more markets open post-COVID-19. With this distribution center, we have the capability to hold greater inventory and improve delivery speeds to our customers.”

According to Baker, Glideaway’s new distribution center helps them be well-positioned to introduce and deliver new products. “We are continuously developing new sleep products and gaining customers with constantly changing market demands,” he said. “Today, more than ever, retailers want the products in stock, competitively priced and delivered in a timely manner.”