Business Details
24 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for Distribution Solutions
DLN Integrated Systems has been solving distribution challenges for over 20 years, combining engineering expertise with cutting-edge technology to optimize supply chain operations. Our team of professionals brings an average of 20 years of industry experience, delivering tailored solutions from small-scale projects to fully automated systems. As an independent systems integrator, we prioritize client needs by selecting the most efficient technologies without manufacturer restrictions. Our cultural commitment to service, employee investment, and stakeholder empowerment has earned us long-term partnerships with clients like Marshall Retail Group. With locations across North America, we provide 24/7 lifecycle support, emergency repair services, and proactive maintenance programs to maximize system uptime.Our proven approach starts with listening, develops actionable business cases, and ensures sustained operational success through ongoing support. Recognized for innovation in material handling, we serve industries including consumer packaged goods, third-party logistics, and industrial sectors. Community involvement through partnerships with Toys for Tots and the Epilepsy Foundation reflects our dedication to social responsibility. Backed by ISO-certified processes and a client-centric philosophy, we transform distribution challenges into competitive advantages. Our leadership team combines technical expertise with strategic vision to deliver solutions that unify operations from receiving to shipping.
Services
Supply Chain Consulting
Systems Integration
Robotics Solutions
Lifecycle Support
Emergency Repair
Parts Management
Preventative Maintenance
Facility Audits
Equipment Training
System Upgrades
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of material handling expertise with proven ROI delivery
- Our independent integrator status ensures unbiased, cost-effective solutions
- 24/7 emergency support with in-house technical specialists available
- Comprehensive lifecycle services from system design to preventive maintenance
- Industry-specific experience in consumer goods, logistics, and industrial sectors
What people say
Positive experiences
Attention to detail
Commitment to understanding operations
Proven track record
Competitive edge
Services
Lifecycle Support Services
Our 24/7 lifecycle support ensures maximum system uptime through emergency repairs, preventive maintenance, and parts management. Technical specialists provide rapid response for critical system issues while implementing proactive strategies to extend equipment lifespan. Services include facility audits, equipment training, and upgrade planning to maintain optimal performance.
Supply Chain Consulting
We analyze material flow and operational requirements to develop customized supply chain solutions. Our consultants create actionable business cases that outline process improvements, technology implementation, and expected outcomes. Services cover receiving to shipping operations with focus on throughput optimization and cost efficiency.
Systems Integration
As independent integrators, we design and implement automated material handling systems using best-in-class components. Our engineers combine mechanical conveyor systems with control panels and software to create unified distribution center solutions tailored to specific operational needs and facility constraints.
Application Specific Robotics
We deploy specialized robotic systems to address repetitive or labor-intensive tasks in distribution environments. Solutions include robotic palletizing, case handling, and sortation systems that improve efficiency while reducing physical strain on workers through automated heavy lifting applications.
Preventative Maintenance
Our preventive maintenance programs include equipment inspections, component replacements, and system optimizations performed on regular intervals. This proactive approach minimizes unplanned downtime, extends equipment lifespan, and maintains optimal system performance through documented service history and predictive maintenance strategies.
People
Phil Schaafsma
President
Phil Schaafsma leads DLN Integrated Systems with strategic vision, driving growth while maintaining the company's core values of service and technical excellence in distribution solutions.
Matt Verbrugge
Senior Director of Technology
Matt Verbrugge oversees technology development, ensuring DLN's solutions incorporate cutting-edge innovations while maintaining practical implementation approaches for material handling systems.
Bob Clarkson
Chief Operating Officer
Bob Clarkson manages daily operations, focusing on efficient project execution and maintaining DLN's commitment to delivering high-quality distribution solutions that meet client specifications.
Kim Taylor
Senior Director of Project Management & Engineering
Kim Taylor leads engineering teams, ensuring technical excellence in system design while maintaining client communication throughout project implementation phases for distribution center solutions.
Marc Gordon
Vice President, Business Development
Marc Gordon drives business growth through relationship-building, connecting DLN's technical capabilities with client needs to develop customized material handling solutions across industry sectors.
Questions
What industries do DLN serve?
DLN serves consumer packaged goods, third-party logistics, industrial manufacturing, and retail distribution sectors with customized material handling solutions.
Do you handle both new and existing systems?
Yes, we provide turnkey automated systems for new facilities and modernization solutions for upgrading existing distribution centers.
What support options are available?
We offer 24/7 emergency repair, preventive maintenance programs, parts management, equipment training, and system upgrade services for ongoing operational support.
How do you ensure system reliability?
Through facility audits, preventive maintenance scheduling, component lifecycle tracking, and proactive system upgrades that address obsolescence issues before they impact operations.
What makes DLN different from competitors?
As independent integrators, we combine unbiased technology selection with 20+ years of material handling expertise and a client-focused approach that prioritizes long-term partnerships.
Do you provide emergency services?
Yes, our 24/7 emergency service line connects clients directly with in-house technical specialists for rapid response to critical system issues.
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Travis Kempton
Apr 20, 2021
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They have a lot of pictures on the wall, but they don't have a company photo at the entrance. Really unfortunate because it is a really good looking group of people!
