4 WAYS TO STAY AHEAD
OF YOUR
COMPETITION
REDUCE OVERHEAD COSTS
Wages are one of the largest expenses a manufacturer will face while competing for sales in their industry. On average, labor accounts for 25% of all overhead expenses. Process automation is the fastest way to reduce these costs by:
- Eliminating manual labor tasks
- Implementing efficient work flows
- Having a properly integrated production line
- Using energy efficient equipment
Performing a return on investment (ROI) calculation is simple, and is the first step in determining potential savings. Process automation can deliver a return on investment in as little as 6 months.
ELIMINATE SAFETY HAZARDS
Safety hazards can pose potential risks to employees operating in these conditions:
- Dull
- Dirty
- Dangerous
- Repetitive
- Heavy lifting
Removing workers from these hazardous tasks reduces the risk of injury to the employee, damage to equipment, and long term health effects on workers. Incorporating the latest safety sensors, scanners, and collaborative features provide a safe work environment and increased productivity.
STAY CURRENT WITH
TECHNOLOGY
Technology continues to grow at an astounding rate. The latest technology available in the automated manufacturing industry gives customers a wide range of safety, planning, and monitoring benefits. Some of the latest technologies are listed below:
- Simulations of system process and work flows prior to manufacture
- Monitor real time production data
- Ability to track machine health
- Schedule preventive maintenance prior to failures
- Remote access for expedited troubleshooting
REDUCE PRODUCTION DOWNTIME
Implementing a well designed automation solution will reduce machine down time from a few days or hours to a few minutes. Key features to reduce downtime include:
- Locally sourced components
- Flexibly designed equipment
- Quick product changeover
- Integrated troubleshooting
- Machine analytics
Equipment with these features will get a production line back up and running ahead of the competition.