Where have all container gone

How to deal with shipping container crisis

Where have all the containers gone? At the moment the transport of goods is facing unique and unusual problems. The unpredictable outcome of the pandemic forces us to face the crisis of a worldwide shortage of containers. Indeed, this is a crisis, because the shortage of containers affects supply chains and influences trade on a global scale.  

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Unloading containers

Unloading containers: How to improve efficiency?

Unloading containers is a basic step in the sourcing process. Despite that, not having the right practices, tools or machinery, unloading becomes a nuisance for any company. Traditional practices at warehouses focus on streamlining the picking, the packing and the loading process. However, planning the unloading process will positively impact the following ...

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Loading lumber and timber in containers

Shipping lumber & wood: How to reduce costs?

How to reduce costs when shipping lumber and wood? There are many factors that influence the costs of the wood industry and they are mentioned below ...

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11 Cost saving for manufacturing companies

11 Cost saving & reduction ideas for manufacturing companies

The manufacturing area is key to sustaining all manufacturing companies. It is necessary to maintain costs at competitive figures, to ensure sustainable growth. Listed below are 11 cost-saving ideas for manufacturing companies ...

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Truck loading using loading plate

Automated Container Truck Loading - What are the benefits?

The operation of loading and unloading containers constitutes a vital stage in the supply chain, especially when dealing with bulky and heavy products, such as in the wood or steel industry. SmartTEH offers an automatic system that allows you to load and unload containers in a matter of minutes, compared to longer, traditional processes of truck loading and unloading.

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