Metalwork Manufacturer – Asset & Energy Efficiency

Client: Medium-Sized Steel Component Manufacturer

Sector: Metalworking (Heavy Machinery Parts)

Location: West Yorkshire

Challenge:

The client experienced unexplained energy surges, inconsistent production output, and had no means to accurately track asset performance. Downtime from ageing equipment also disrupted delivery schedules.

Solution:

  • Our IIOT cloud monitoring platform was deployed to:
    • Monitor real-time energy consumption at the machine level.
    • Track operational hours, load cycles, and idle times.
    • Set alerts for anomalies and scheduled maintenance needs.

Results:

  • Identified and corrected energy wastage patterns, reducing monthly energy costs by 17%.
  • Implemented condition-based maintenance, cutting unplanned downtime by 40%.
  • Improved asset utilisation visibility led to better shift planning and output consistency.