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199-08 December 10, 2008
    
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WILLIAM B. MEYER, INC. ACQUIRES PCWORLDWIDE

STRATFORD, Conn. – William B. Meyer, Inc., an agent for United Van Lines, has announced the acquisition of PCWorldwide to address the growing needs and concerns for the recycling and remarketing of technology assets. PCWorldwide, based in Manchester, Conn., is a full-service information technology asset management and recovery company that specializes in life cycle services for electronics.
 
William B. Meyer, Inc. is a technology-driven company and obtaining PCWorldwide is a natural step in its evolution. This expansion enables the company to provide services which include the deployment of new computer equipment, retirement of used equipment and processing of lease returns. The company also provides an auditable process for data security and environmental compliance. Additional services include onsite inventory, disconnects/reconnects, desktop installs and internal and external equipment moves. Another highlight is Web-based reporting for all services, which can be tailored to the needs of each client. The goal is to minimize client costs through collaborative recycling and resale programs.
 
“We take pride in developing logistics solutions that add value. Acquiring PCWorldwide is a strategic and exciting move for William B. Meyer, Inc. It ensures that we can securely fulfill each step of our client’s technology life cycle,” said Tom Gillon, president of William B. Meyer, Inc.
 
About William B. Meyer, Inc.
William B. Meyer, Inc. is a diverse, fourth-generation family-owned company enjoying its 93rd year in the transportation industry. Its areas of expertise range from household and commercial moving; office interiors; library relocation; order fulfillment; records management and courier services to rigging. For more information about William B. Meyer, Inc., visit www.williambmeyer.com.
 
About United Van Lines
United Van Lines, with headquarters in suburban St. Louis, is one of the nation’s largest household goods mover and maintains a network of 1,000 affiliated agencies in 135 countries. More information about United and its services can be obtained through the company’s Web site at www.unitedvanlines.com.
 
 
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