Case Studies HAND-IN-HAND: from China to Iowa

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	HAND-IN-HAND: from China to Iowa

HAND-IN-HAND: from China to Iowa

Technology Category	Functional Applications - Fleet Management Systems (FMS) Functional Applications - Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
Applicable Industries	Transportation
Applicable Functions	Facility Management Logistics & Transportation
Use Cases	Fleet Management Supply Chain Visibility
Services	Cloud Planning, Design & Implementation Services System Integration
Challenge	The challenge was to move 53 oversized crates, containing the components of three heavy industrial presses, weighing a total of more than 3 million pounds, from a barge in East Dubuque, IL, to a new manufacturing facility in Oelwein, IA. The project required meticulous planning and coordination due to the massive weight and size of the crates. Additionally, the project faced a dilemma on the first day when it was discovered that the crates consistently weighed more than listed on the invoice, necessitating immediate adjustments to the equipment and logistics plan. Read More
About Customer	Ashley Manufacturing Corporation is a company that recently purchased three industrial presses from China, which needed to be transported to their new manufacturing facility in Oelwein, IA. The company specializes in industrial molding and has a significant presence in the manufacturing sector. The new facility in Oelwein is expected to create more than 125 jobs, indicating the company's growth and expansion plans. Ashley Manufacturing Corporation partnered with Celtic Marine for marine transit and Ruan Certified Brokerage Services for the over-the-road portion of the transportation, leveraging their expertise in logistics and transportation management. Read More
Solution	Ruan Certified Brokerage Services partnered with Celtic Marine to handle the over-the-road portion of the transportation project. They worked closely with several partner carriers, Ashley Industrial Molding, and dock management to ensure a safe, efficient, and cost-effective plan to move the presses. Ruan's proactive approach involved identifying potential problems before the project started and coordinating assets from across the country. On-site management was crucial for the project's success, allowing for real-time adjustments and problem-solving. When the crates were found to be heavier than listed, Ruan's contingency plan was executed, involving the coordination of a truck from Michigan to carry the heaviest crates, ensuring the project continued without significant interruption. Read More Log in to view content
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Technology Category

Functional Applications - Fleet Management Systems (FMS)

Functional Applications - Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Applicable Industries

Transportation

Applicable Functions

Facility Management

Logistics & Transportation

Use Cases

Fleet Management

Supply Chain Visibility

Services

Cloud Planning, Design & Implementation Services

System Integration

Challenge

The challenge was to move 53 oversized crates, containing the components of three heavy industrial presses, weighing a total of more than 3 million pounds, from a barge in East Dubuque, IL, to a new manufacturing facility in Oelwein, IA. The project required meticulous planning and coordination due to the massive weight and size of the crates. Additionally, the project faced a dilemma on the first day when it was discovered that the crates consistently weighed more than listed on the invoice, necessitating immediate adjustments to the equipment and logistics plan.

About Customer

Ashley Manufacturing Corporation is a company that recently purchased three industrial presses from China, which needed to be transported to their new manufacturing facility in Oelwein, IA. The company specializes in industrial molding and has a significant presence in the manufacturing sector. The new facility in Oelwein is expected to create more than 125 jobs, indicating the company's growth and expansion plans. Ashley Manufacturing Corporation partnered with Celtic Marine for marine transit and Ruan Certified Brokerage Services for the over-the-road portion of the transportation, leveraging their expertise in logistics and transportation management.

Solution

Ruan Certified Brokerage Services partnered with Celtic Marine to handle the over-the-road portion of the transportation project. They worked closely with several partner carriers, Ashley Industrial Molding, and dock management to ensure a safe, efficient, and cost-effective plan to move the presses. Ruan's proactive approach involved identifying potential problems before the project started and coordinating assets from across the country. On-site management was crucial for the project's success, allowing for real-time adjustments and problem-solving. When the crates were found to be heavier than listed, Ruan's contingency plan was executed, involving the coordination of a truck from Michigan to carry the heaviest crates, ensuring the project continued without significant interruption.

Impact #1	Ruan Certified Brokerage Services provided a comprehensive transportation solution, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of the heavy industrial presses.
Impact #2	The proactive approach and forward-thinking of Ruan's team allowed for real-time problem-solving and adaptability on-site.
Impact #3	The effective planning and preparation ensured that the project could continue without significant interruption, even when unexpected issues arose.

Impact #1

Ruan Certified Brokerage Services provided a comprehensive transportation solution, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of the heavy industrial presses.

Impact #2

The proactive approach and forward-thinking of Ruan's team allowed for real-time problem-solving and adaptability on-site.

Impact #3

The effective planning and preparation ensured that the project could continue without significant interruption, even when unexpected issues arose.

Benefit #1	The project involved moving over 3 million pounds of industrial equipment.
Benefit #2	The heaviest piece weighed 193,000 pounds, requiring specialized equipment and logistics planning.
Benefit #3	The new facility in Oelwein, IA, created more than 125 jobs.

Benefit #1

The project involved moving over 3 million pounds of industrial equipment.

Benefit #2

The heaviest piece weighed 193,000 pounds, requiring specialized equipment and logistics planning.

Benefit #3

The new facility in Oelwein, IA, created more than 125 jobs.

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HAND-IN-HAND: from China to Iowa

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