How Fusion Increased Productivity and Efficiency with Amper
Real-time machine monitoring empowering high-mix, low-volume manufacturing
Fusion, a contract machining and assembly company with 14 Haas CNC machines, faced challenges managing frequent setups and changeovers in their high-mix, low-volume environment. By implementing Amper’s non-invasive machine monitoring system, Fusion automated data collection, improved real-time visibility, and enhanced workforce training. This case study highlights how Amper’s easy installation and actionable insights helped Fusion increase productivity and make faster, data-driven decisions.
The Challenge
Managing Complex Setups and Changeovers in Real Time
Fusion’s high-mix, low-volume CNC machining requires frequent setups and changeovers, which are difficult to manage without significant manpower. Prior to Amper, tracking machine status and productivity was manual, involving operator check-ins and spreadsheets, often resulting in delayed and outdated data.
The Solution
Easy-to-Install, Non-Invasive Real-Time Monitoring
Amper’s machine monitoring system uses a simple current loop sensor on the machine’s power source, requiring no complex integration. This easy installation provided Fusion with immediate, accurate data on machine activity. The system’s user-friendly interface allows supervisors and managers to monitor machine status and receive alerts on their phones, enabling quick responses to issues.
Key Results: Immediate ROI and Improved Productivity
Fusion realized significant benefits from Amper, including:
- Automated, real-time data collection replacing manual tracking.
- Faster decision-making with live data instead of day-old reports.
- Increased productivity and efficiency across their CNC machining operations.
- Enhanced workforce training and performance analysis using detailed data.
- A low-cost solution with a quick return on investment justified by actionable results.
Team Empowerment and Support
Supporting Continuous Improvement and Workforce Development
Amper’s data acquisition helps Fusion analyze operator performance, identify training needs, and continuously improve productivity. The company also benefits from responsive product support and ongoing improvements based on user feedback, making Amper a valuable partner in their manufacturing journey.
“Amper was an easy install, inexpensive, and provided actionable results right away. Our efficiency is increasing dramatically, and it’s helping us educate and train our workforce to be better all the time.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
Case Study Insights & Implementation FAQ
What challenges did Fusion face before Amper?
Managing frequent setups and changeovers in a high-mix, low-volume environment with manual tracking and delayed data.
How does Amper simplify machine monitoring?
By using a non-invasive current loop sensor that requires no complex integration and provides real-time data accessible on mobile devices.
What productivity improvements did Fusion see?
Automated data collection, faster decision-making, increased efficiency, and enhanced workforce training.
Is Amper easy to install and use?
Yes. Fusion found the installation simple and the system user-friendly for supervisors and managers.
How does Amper support workforce development?
By providing detailed data to analyze operator performance and identify training opportunities.