Amper

Amper is a production management solution offered by Amper Technologies. According to the vendor, it is designed to help manufacturers improve efficiency, productivity, and profitability by providing real-time insights into machines, jobs, and people. The software is targeted at small to medium-sized manufacturing companies and claims to be suitable for businesses of all sizes. It is used by manufacturing professionals, plant managers, operations managers, continuous improvement specialists, industrial engineers, and production supervisors in various industries such as automotive, aerospace, electronics, food and beverage, and medical device.

Key Features

Machine Monitoring: According to the vendor, Amper allows users to collect real-time data on any machine type without the need for PLC integration. It claims to provide visibility into machine uptime, OEE, downtime reasons, and more using non-invasive IoT sensors for easy installation and minimal disruption.

Target Tracking: The vendor states that Amper enables users to set production goals and track progress in real-time. It claims to provide monitoring of project completion dates, hours remaining, and actual vs. target cycle times, empowering operators to stay on track and take ownership of their work.

Automated Cycle Counts: According to the vendor, Amper automates cycle count data collection through its digital aggregator. It claims to collect data like OEE with higher accuracy, saving operators' time and eliminating manual data entry to reduce errors.

Analytics and Reporting: Amper offers real-time manufacturing analytics and reporting features, according to the vendor. It claims to provide insights into OEE, downtime, labor metrics, and more. Users can visualize data with dashboards and reports to make informed decisions.

Alerts: The vendor states that Amper allows users to set up real-time alerts for immediate issue notification. It claims to help prevent production surprises and avoid delays by providing customizable alerts to address specific concerns.

Maintenance: According to the vendor, Amper enables users to set accurate maintenance schedules for machines. It claims to optimize maintenance activities for improved reliability and uptime, reducing unplanned downtime and increasing overall equipment effectiveness.

Andon Communication: Amper offers Andon boards to streamline shop floor communication, according to the vendor. It claims to provide real-time updates on machine status and production progress, improving coordination and response time to issues.

Labor Metrics: The vendor states that Amper allows users to track labor efficiency and productivity in real-time. It claims to enable measurement of key metrics such as labor multiplier and direct time, optimizing resource allocation, compensation, and training.

Custom Reporting: According to the vendor, Amper allows users to generate custom reports based on specific requirements. It claims to provide the ability to analyze data based on unique metrics and KPIs, tailoring reports to meet individual needs and preferences.

Digital Tally Sheets: Amper offers digital tally sheets to track true OEE, according to the vendor. It claims to automatically populate data for accurate and efficient tracking, reducing manual data entry and improving data integrity.