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In the fast-paced world of warehousing and logistics, a clean and safe environment is not a luxury but a non-negotiable business imperative. Dusty sites, splintered wooden pallets, slippery surfaces, and poorly maintained facilities aren’t just an eyesore; they’re a direct threat to safety, efficiency, and the bottom line. “You need a solution as powerful andContinue reading “‘New standard’ in warehouse and logistics cleaning”

Turning an overhead into a strategic asset and opportunity Warehousing has often been viewed as a necessary operational expense. Brett Thirup, managing director of SSI Schaefer ANZ, suggests that in today’s environment of labour constraints, rising service expectations, and constant change, this perception needs to be reconsidered. “We’re seeing warehouses redefined more and more now,Continue reading “Warehouse rethink…”

Hydraulink is celebrating 80 years of operation, a milestone that reflects steady expansion from its origins in a small Auckland workshop to an international hydraulic solutions network spanning New Zealand, Australia, and the wider Asia-Pacific. Co-owner Noel Davies says the company’s progress has always rested on two key things. “Hydraulink has always been about peopleContinue reading “Hydraulink celebrates 80 Years of ‘keeping industries and equipment working’”

Ali Arc’s aluminium solutions drive safety and vehicle performance The ever-growing challenge of compliance and risk management is an issue that aluminium fabricator Ali Arc Industries knows “inside-out”. The design-led manufacturer of vehicle protection and load management systems was established on principles including agility and readiness for modification, general manager Haig Elgar says. “Ali ArcContinue reading “Custom solutions…”

A growing number of warehouses are deploying automated guided vehicles (AGVs) to support safer, more efficient and productive operations. “Companies continue to invest in automation, and AGVs are often the most feasible solution – addressing labour shortages, safety risks, flexible layouts, and the increasing need for space and productivity,” says Martin Broglia, managing director of BonfiglioliContinue reading “Bonfiglioli launches gearbox range tailored for AGVs”

Centrally located in New Zealand’s South Island, Timaru District blends a goods-producing economy with exceptional connectivity – a natural base for operations focused on innovation, sustainability and scalable growth. Eighty percent of New Zealand’s population is accessible within a 2.5-hour drive. PrimePort Timaru, a high-performing coastal port, anchors the regional freight network with efficient domesticContinue reading “Timaru: A smart base for freight and distribution”