Connecting factories to reduce downtime
The spare you need is already in a nearby plant
HOW IT WORKS
Get the spare part you need. Fast
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The situation is critical. You urgently need a spare part
step 2
You post a request that reaches all member factories instantly
step 3
You receive responses from member factories holding this spare
UPSPARE connects member factories with one another.
They are then free to reach the arrangement that best suits their needs, whether that involves donating, lending, renting, or selling the spare part.
They are then free to reach the arrangement that best suits their needs, whether that involves donating, lending, renting, or selling the spare part.
THE UPSPARE NETWORK
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YOUR QUESTIONS, ANSWERED
What professionals ask before joining
What types of spare parts can be requested?
Any industrial spare part — mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic. Bearings, motors, drives, sensors, gearboxes, valves, PLCs, pumps. If it's used in a factory, it qualifies.
Is UPSPARE limited to certain industries?
No. Any manufacturing or processing facility can join — cement, mining, food & beverage, chemicals, textiles, paper, automotive, and more.
How many factories are currently in the network?
UPSPARE is currently active with 1,082 member factories across 23 countries, and growing every month.
What if no member has my specific part?
You will simply receive no response. The rate of positive responses is steadily improving as the network grows.
Is the service free to use?
Membership for factories to join UPSPARE network is subscription based. Once subscribed, member factories can submit spare part requests at no additional cost.
Who handles shipping and logistics?
UPSPARE connects you with the factory that has your part. Shipping arrangements are agreed directly between both parties. You stay in full control of how the part reaches you.
Can I trust a spare part coming from another factory?
Member factories are industrial operators themselves and they know what a critical breakdown means. Parts shared through UPSPARE are typically genuine OEM parts pulled from their own inventory.
What does "donating, lending, renting, or selling" mean exactly?
Each factory decides what arrangement suits them. Some will sell surplus stock. Others may lend a part temporarily if you just need to restart your line while your official order arrives. The flexibility is the point.
Is my request visible to everyone, including competitors?
Only verified member factories can see requests. You control what information you share. You are never required to disclose sensitive operational details.
What is the typical response time?
Members typically respond within a few hours. Response time depends on network density in your area.
How do I join as a member factory?
Registration takes less than 5 minutes. Once approved, your factory can both submit requests and respond to others, with the possibility to turn your idle spare inventory into a potential asset.
Is there any obligation once I join?
None. You are never required to respond to a request. Participation is entirely voluntary. You only engage when you want to and when it suits you.
POST A REQUEST FOR SPARE
Post your Request for Spare by filling the following form
Send one form for each different kind of spare part
Join the UPSPARE network to reduce your downtime
ABOUT UPSPARE
UPSPARE is a network of industrial plants collaborating to minimize downtime by leveraging existing inventories within the network.