Junction 4 Pallets, the UK's premier provider of returnable packaging solutions and logistics services, has partnered with Irish digital tracking specialist Tracworx to launch an innovative traceability solution designed specifically for reusable plastic containers (RPC’s). This groundbreaking collaboration leverages Junction 4 Pallets’ extensive expertise in returnable packaging design, logistics management, asset maintenance, and repair services alongside Tracworx's proven digital asset-tracking technology, already successfully deployed for managing kegs, pallets and other Returnable Transport Items.
Unlocking New Efficiencies and Protecting High-Value Assets
This partnership equips logistics operators with real-time visibility into their RPC inventories, significantly reducing theft and asset loss, accelerating turnaround times, and substantially improving asset utilisation. By utilising Tracworx’s digital tracking platform, companies can:
- Reduce In-Transit Theft: Maintain clear chain-of-custody records, safeguarding valuable assets and deterring unauthorised use, decreasing theft-related losses. Get alerted to suspicious behaviours such as transit times that are longer than expected.
- Improve Turnaround Times and Utilisation: Real-time tracking and proactive analytics drive asset reuse rates up by as much as 20%, reducing unnecessary investments in additional containers.
- Enhance Operational Decision-Making: Instant access to accurate inventory data eliminates manual stocktaking, reduces administrative burdens, and supports strategic, informed decisions.
- Minimise Asset Loss and Enhance Sustainability: Integrated asset lifecycle data enables proactive repairs and maintenance, extending the usable life of RPCs’, reducing waste, and advancing circular economy initiatives.
Powerful, Scalable, and Easy-to-Integrate Solution
This advanced solution features robust digital tracking tags, strategically deployed handheld and fixed scanners, and an intuitive cloud-based software platform provided by Tracworx. The flexible and scalable solution easily integrates with existing ERP systems and warehouse management software via open APIs, allowing for seamless addition of further IoT sensors as needed.
Expertise Combined to Deliver Maximum Customer Value
Steve Raybould, Reverse Logistics Lead at Junction 4 Pallets, emphasised the synergy:
"Combining Junction 4’s industry-leading experience in reusable packaging solutions and logistics management with Tracworx’s powerful digital tracking expertise delivers a transformative solution. Customers now benefit from optimised asset usage, increased security, and substantial sustainability improvements."
Chris Kelly, CEO of Tracworx, added:
"Our proven success managing digital tracking solutions for kegs and pallets is now scaling into RPC management. By collaborating with Junction 4, we provide a solution that significantly reduces asset loss, enhances operational efficiencies, and promotes sustainability in a straightforward, scalable way."
Who Benefits?
- Logistics operators, 3PLs, and pallet-pool providers managing extensive RTI fleets.
- Food & beverage, pharmaceutical, and FMCG sectors seeking enhanced asset management and reduced operational costs.
- Businesses committed to sustainable practices and circular economy strategies.