See how Dynaweld uses this Feature to Improve Productivity and Reduce Costs
At Freight Controller, we pride ourselves on delivering innovative freight management solutions that empower businesses to overcome complex logistics challenges. One such success story is our partnership with Dynaweld Industrial Supplies Pty Ltd, a multi-generational family business based in Prestons, NSW, that turned to our 2Ship software to streamline their distribution process.
Who is Dynaweld?
Dynaweld Industrial Supplies is a trusted supplier of high-quality welding equipment and associated products. For decades, this family-owned company has built a reputation for excellence, serving a diverse customer base that includes major retailers like Bunnings as well as independent distributors and industrial clients across Australia. With a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, Dynaweld has grown into a cornerstone of the welding industry, all while maintaining its family-oriented values and hands-on approach.
The Distribution Challenge
As Dynaweld expanded its reach, it faced a complex distribution challenge. Their major client, Bunnings, required deliveries to be handled by carriers within the Bunnings Core Carrier Program. However, Dynaweld’s independent customers had no such restrictions, allowing flexibility in carrier selection. Additionally, deliveries to regional Queensland posed a unique issue: while Bunnings permitted non-core carriers for these remote areas due to cost and logistical challenges, deliveries to Brisbane needed to adhere to the core carrier requirements.
From within their Odoo ERP system, Dynaweld operators needed a seamless way to select the least-cost carrier option for each shipment while ensuring compliance with these varying requirements. The question was: how could Dynaweld ensure that only permitted carriers were offered for Bunnings deliveries, while optimising carrier choices for independent clients and regional Queensland shipments?
The Solution: 2Ship Service Groups
2Ship’s Service Groups feature allowed Dynaweld to group carriers and carrier services based on specific criteria, such as recipient type or delivery location. This ensured that only permitted carrier options were presented to operators for each shipment.
How 2Ship Service Groups Transformed Dynaweld’s Operations
With 2Ship’s Service Groups, Dynaweld gained granular control over carrier selection. By grouping carriers into Service Groups tailored to specific needs — such as Bunnings core carriers, non-core carriers for regional Queensland, or flexible options for independent clients and Local deliveries via Same Day carriers — Dynaweld ensured that operators always selected the best carrier option from a pre-approved list. For example:
- Bunnings Deliveries: Only carriers within the Bunnings Core Carrier Program are offered for shipments to Bunnings stores, ensuring compliance.
- Regional Queensland to Bunnings: Select Non-core carriers and core carriers and are permitted to provide cost-effective delivery options for remote areas.
- Brisbane Deliveries: Only major carriers, as per Bunnings’ requirements, are available for urban shipments.
- Independent Clients: Operators can choose from a broader range of carriers to optimize cost and service.
This intelligent carrier filtering happens seamlessly within Dynaweld’s Odoo ERP system, thanks to 2Ship’s robust API integration. The API ensures that any changes to Service Groups are instantly reflected in Odoo, keeping the system in sync. As Dynaweld adds new clients to its customer database, each is automatically assigned a preferred Service Group, guaranteeing that every shipment adheres to the appropriate carrier restrictions.
The Impact of 2Ship on Dynaweld’s Business
By deploying 2Ship and leveraging Service Groups, Dynaweld has achieved remarkable results:
- Reduced Transport Costs: Operators consistently select the most cost-effective carrier from permitted options, optimizing expenses.
- Improved Service Levels: Compliant and reliable carrier choices enhance delivery performance for Bunnings and independent clients alike.
- Fewer Internal Errors: Automated carrier filtering eliminates manual mistakes, streamlining operations.
- Scalable Growth: The API-driven integration and automated Service Group assignments make it easy to onboard new clients without disrupting workflows.
2Ship’s modern freight management system has empowered Dynaweld to elevate its service standards, strengthen client relationships, and drive business growth — all while maintaining the family-oriented ethos that defines their brand.
Conclusion
Dynaweld Industrial Supplies is a shining example of how innovative technology can solve real-world logistics challenges. With 2Ship from Freight Controller, Dynaweld has transformed its distribution process, ensuring compliance, reducing costs, and delivering exceptional service to its customers. Whether you’re a family business like Dynaweld or a large enterprise, 2Ship’s flexible features and seamless integrations can help you take control of your freight management.
Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you implement a similar carrier and service and customer / location filtering process dependent on your business needs that will likewise ensure efficient processing of orders and reduced costs.