Case Study: Penn Color increases asset utilization by over 30% with Guidewheel

Penn Color increases asset utilization by 30–35% with Guidewheel

Penn Color, a global manufacturer of color and additive solutions, faced a challenge with its traditional downtime tracking system. Manual data entry led to unreliable OEE calculations and slow reactions to machine issues, which risked a capacity crunch that would limit future revenue. They partnered with Guidewheel to implement its factory sensor and software platform to gain better visibility.

Guidewheel's solution provided real-time downtime tracking and reason code assignment for operators. This gave Penn Color's team the data needed to prioritize high-impact improvements and foster collaboration. The results included a 50% increase in uptime on pilot assets, a 30-35% increase in equipment utilization across U.S. plants, and a 3% reduction in maintenance costs, enabling strategic growth without major capital investment.

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