How COPP Measures and Monitors Growth with AI-powered Productivity Projections

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Introduction

In today’s fast-paced manufacturing industry, maintaining consistent productivity and achieving production goals are essential. SensFlo, a leader in industrial AI solutions, partnered with Copp Industrial Manufacturing Inc. to implement advanced AI-powered productivity monitoring systems. This collaboration aimed to deliver real-time insights into shop floor operations and predict future spindle hours, ensuring Copp meets its production targets. Here’s how SensFlo’s AI solutions transformed Copp’s operational efficiency.

Company Background - Copp Industrial Manufacturing

Copp Industrial Manufacturing Inc. has been providing precision sheet metal, machining, and assembly services since 1964. Serving industries such as aerospace, defense, and automotive, Copp is renowned for its fast turnaround support and high-quality manufacturing. With ITARS compliance and AS9100 Revision D certification, Copp delivers exceptional product solutions to address their customers' engineering and manufacturability challenges.

Challenges

To stay ahead in the competitive manufacturing landscape, Copp needed to:

  • Continuously monitor shop floor productivity.
  • Accurately project future spindle hours to meet production goals.
  • Seamlessly integrate AI solutions with existing machines and ERP systems.

Approaches

1. Installing Machine Monitoring Solutions

SensFlo began by installing vibration sensors on each piece of equipment to directly measure shop floor production. This setup enabled real-time monitoring of machine performance and immediate alerts for any anomalies, such as high feed rates.

2. Utilizing AI-powered Dashboards

Supervisors leveraged SensFlo’s intuitive dashboard to access daily, weekly, and monthly productivity projections. This tool provided essential insights into whether Copp was on track to meet its production goals, facilitating proactive adjustments.

3. Integrating with ERP Systems

Integrating AI with Copp’s on-premise ERP system presented challenges in data synchronization. SensFlo addressed this by implementing computer job automation, allowing the AI to process ERP data efficiently and provide real-time job tracking.

4. Analyzing Production Efficiency

SensFlo’s AI analyzed key factors influencing shop floor efficiency. For example, it identified that productivity varied significantly by the day of the week, highlighting Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays as critical days for close monitoring.

Results

1. Increased Machine Utilization

After implementing SensFlo’s solutions, Copp achieved over 50% machine utilization, significantly surpassing the industry average of 30%. Focused CNC utilization saw a remarkable increase from 26% to 62%, demonstrating the effectiveness of SensFlo’s AI-driven approach.

2. Enhanced Productivity Projections

SensFlo’s AI provided precise productivity projections, enabling Copp to take proactive measures to stay on track with production goals. The system’s ability to predict job completion times and identify bottlenecks contributed to smoother operations and better resource management.

3. Streamlined Operations

With continuous monitoring and predictive analytics, Copp could address potential issues before they impacted production. This proactive strategy reduced downtime, improved efficiency, and allowed management to focus on strategic initiatives.

Conclusion

SensFlo’s AI-powered productivity monitoring solutions have significantly enhanced Copp Industrial Manufacturing’s operational efficiency. By delivering real-time insights, accurate productivity projections, and seamless integration with existing systems, SensFlo has helped Copp achieve substantial improvements in machine utilization and overall productivity. If you aim to optimize your manufacturing processes and ensure consistent productivity, SensFlo’s advanced AI solutions are the key to unlocking your full potential.