The Amazon “buy it now” mentality isn’t just for consumer products – the plastics industry has the same need to quickly assess and order parts. That’s why LS Mtron has created a robust service portal ...

For manufacturers, inventory management systems can track goods through the entire supply chain. Unexplained components, fiddly screws and complicated instructions. We’ve all experienced the trauma of ...

Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) is emerging as a streamlined communication technology for industrial automation, transmitting data and power over long distances, unifying systems and enhancing security.

The trucking industry is seeing a parts shortage. Although it started with the truck makers having trouble sourcing computer chips and other parts and components for their assembly lines, it is now ...

The pandemic stressed the need for fleet managers to balance adequate stock with avoiding excess inventory. Ongoing issues like volatility and rising tariffs require fleet managers to stay informed on ...

Following best practices in inventory management for manufacturers leads to happier customers and better marketplace resilience. However, it can often save money. Inventory management for ...

Efficient spare parts inventory management can help reduce downtime in your fleet due to challenges like shortages, out-of-stock parts, lengthy repairs, and more. Poor inventory management can leave ...

Gearflow sat down with Tony Lake of HR2 to learn more about their parts inventory management systems. Based on the conversation, here’s a list of eight steps to increase profits and efficiency on part ...

Why it matters: Spare parts account for up to 40% of maintenance budgets, and shortages cause costly unplanned downtime. Smarter stocking: ABC and criticality scoring help balance inventory levels, ...

A well-managed parts inventory helps can help a heavy-duty truck fleet prevent downtime and save money. Photo: Paul Hartley There is little more frustrating than having a truck down and not having the ...