Scaffold Column | The Impact of the 2024 Logistics Problem on the Construction Industry and Future Measures

[Report Presentation] This report explains the impact of challenges in the logistics industry on the construction industry. 2023/11/8

The development of EC (Electronic Commerce) has a significant impact on business and our lives. EC refers to "electronic transactions" and is used not only for selling products to general consumers but also for transactions between consumers and between businesses. The EC industry is supported by the IT industry, which operates websites, and the logistics industry, which delivers products to customers. The IT industry is innovating daily by utilizing AI technology and artificial intelligence. On the other hand, the logistics industry faces major challenges, and its impact extends beyond the EC industry to manufacturing and construction industries as well. Therefore, this time, we will explain the impact of the challenges in the logistics industry on the construction industry. *For more details, please download the PDF document.

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Are you making progress on measures for the "2024 Problem"? With stricter management of drivers' working hours, reducing "waiting time" has become an urgent issue in the logistics field. To address this challenge, our company, Hotron, proposes the "Vehicle Detection Ultrasonic Sensor 'HM-UX2'," which instantly grasps the availability of loading bays. The 'HM-UX2' contributes to the resolution of waiting times by accurately understanding the availability situation, reducing unnecessary waiting and queueing, and shortening waiting times to alleviate the burden on drivers! By replacing the "eyes" of your loading bay management with this high-precision sensor, why not start addressing the "2024 Problem"? Take a look at the product features: "Can it accurately detect availability?" "Can we really use it in our company?" "I just want to know the cost, even if it's an estimate." If you have any questions or requests, please feel free to consult with us.

The Japan Plant Maintenance Association conducts an annual survey to understand the "payment rates for outsourced skilled workers" related to maintenance services and construction, primarily targeting equipment users in the process industry. This has been carried out once a year since 1989 (four times a year until 1998), categorized by region, profession, and over the years. You can respond to the survey using the questionnaire below during the period from September 1 (Monday) to November 21 (Friday). We appreciate your cooperation. *Those who respond will receive a report (PDF version) on the "2025 Outsourced Skilled Workers' Payment Rate Survey." Target: Primarily users of equipment and devices in the process industry that outsource maintenance-related construction work. *Companies that receive maintenance-related construction orders or do not outsource construction are not included in the survey. Survey Period: September 1 (Monday) to November 21 (Friday), 2025.

We are currently running a promotional campaign offering a gift of <trial grip tubes (1m) of each size> and <printing samples> for customers who are introducing the drum-type grip tube for the first time for cable marking and tube markers (Letter Twin) consumables. The grip tube securely grips wires with three folds, making it difficult to slip off and allowing for movement. It is suitable for wire marking of plug-in terminal blocks (ferrule terminals). If you would like to see what it is like or try it before purchasing, please feel free to contact us through the "Grip Tube Sample Application Form" in the related links. *Applications are limited to one per person. *Samples are scheduled to be shipped within 10 days after the form is received.

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Automatically read barcodes on delivery slips and inventory transfer slips at the manufacturing site and transfer the information to a PC. Additionally, the sorting of slips after reading can also be done automatically. Are you reading each slip one by one with a handheld scanner and sorting them manually? We are currently publishing a collection of case studies on the implementation of our slip reading machines (SR series) and slip sorting machines (RS-80), which have a proven track record in the manufacturing industry, so please take a look!