Steelhead Technologies, the company that revolutionized job shop manufacturing with an all-in-one software solution, is expanding its ERP capabilities to better serve fabrication shops. This expansion responds to a growing demand from manufacturers who have seen the incredible impact of a digital production floor.
For years, Steelhead has led the digitization of the traditionally underserved metal finishing sector. The cloud-based platform empowers job shops to track parts effortlessly, organize production floors digitally, and gain unprecedented operational visibility.
"Our software has truly made profitability explosive for metal finishing companies," said Jeff Halonen, CEO and Co-Founder of Steelhead Technologies. "We've seen our customers achieve remarkable improvements in efficiency and productivity, and word has spread fast."
The success stories from metal finishers have not gone unnoticed. Fabrication companies, impressed by the results, have been reaching out to Steelhead, eager to digitize their production as they struggle with accurate part tracking and piecing multiple systems together to handle the complexity of their work. To address these challenges, Steelhead has introduced two new industry-specific dashboards—Cutting and Casting—designed to streamline operations for fabrication shops.
Cutting-Edge Solutions for Fabricators
Steelhead's Cutting Dashboard revolutionizes fabrication efficiency by:
- Optimizing cutting processes in real-time
- Reducing material waste
- Providing a comprehensive view of cutting operations
Key features include real-time job tracking, stock management, and cut history logging, enabling data-driven decision-making and increased productivity.
The Casting Dashboard elevates casting precision and control through:
- Advanced algorithms and real-time data analysis
- Seamless integration with existing materials and inventory systems
- Comprehensive visibility into the entire casting process
This innovative tool allows for streamlined workflow documentation, efficient planning, and enhanced quality control, directly connecting with Steelhead's Quality Management System (QMS).
Along with the addition of Cutting and Casting to Steelhead's suite of solutions, fabricators using Steelhead will be able to:
- Gain real-time visibility into their production processes
- Optimize workflow and reduce bottlenecks
- Improve inventory management and parts tracking
- Enhance quality control measures
- Generate detailed reports for data-driven decision making
Andrew Kossowski, Co-Owner of Veterans Metal, a Steelhead customer, shared his experience: "We advertise a lead time of 8 business days or less, and thanks to Insights, I can confidently back that up…It's an invaluable tool for maintaining transparency and trust."
Seamless Integration for Enhanced Operations
Steelhead's new Cutting and Casting modules seamlessly integrate with its existing suite of tools, creating a truly comprehensive ERP solution. This integration allows fabricators to:
- Monitor material usage and inventory in real-time
- Streamline work order creation and production preparation
- Connect cutting and casting operations with subsequent manufacturing processes
- Optimize production schedules and resource allocation
By consolidating these features into a single platform, Steelhead empowers fabricators to achieve new levels of efficiency and productivity, mirroring the success seen in the metal finishing industry.
Shaping the Future of Manufacturing
With this expansion into fabrication, Steelhead Technologies reaffirms its commitment to driving innovation in the manufacturing sector. By extending its proven ERP solution to fabricators, Steelhead is set to replicate the transformative success it has achieved in metal finishing.
"We're excited to bring our expertise to the fabrication sector," Halonen added. "Our goal has always been to provide cutting-edge technology that drives efficiency and profitability. With these new dashboards, we're confident that fabricators will experience the same transformative results that have made Steelhead a game-changer in metal finishing."
For more information contact sales@gosteelhead.com.