More output from the equipment and people you already have.
Late starts, slow changeovers and micro-stops hide capacity until the P&L shows the result. Guidewheel is the practical operating platform for manufacturing. It connects machine data with AI-powered software and manufacturing expertise, guiding your team toward the next high-value action so you can get more from the equipment and people you already have.
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The fastest capacity to put to work is the capacity you already have.
Before committing to more equipment or a different staffing plan, it helps to understand where production time is being lost. Late starts, slow changeovers, micro-stops, and inconsistent cycles can hide capacity in the assets you already run. Guidewheel gives your team the evidence to decide which change deserves attention first.
Produce more with the resources you already have
Unlock capacity hidden in everyday delays
Connect your machines to see slow starts, long changeovers, and inconsistent cycles. Guidewheel's AI-powered software and expert team help your team choose the highest-value next action so they can recover lost production time and increase output.
Improve cost per unit
Use machine availability and throughput data to understand how existing assets are being used, then evaluate changes that could improve the cost of each unit produced.
Align teams around performance
Surface production and performance trends by machine and shift so your teams can track progress, stay accountable, and continuously improve.
Scale improvements across your plants
Scale improvements from one site across your plants. A shared operating record helps leaders evaluate capital investment, move work between plants, and make informed staffing, pricing, and lead-time decisions.
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12% increase in OEE at Weatherables
By getting real-time visibility into production and uncovering hidden inefficiencies, Weatherables transformed how their extrusion team operates.
12%
increase in OEE reported by Weatherables.
Software features
Production & OEE Tracking
Bring machine signals together with production targets and the context your team adds, so actual performance can be compared with the plan.
- Reduce manual machine-state tracking with live data
- Use real-time data to benchmark production performance
- Connect agreed production data with supported business-system workflows
Pareto Analysis
Pinpoint and address your biggest downtime drivers to focus resources where they’ll have the most impact.
- Identify top downtime drivers by machine or type
- See which problems are costing you the most time
- Prioritize improvements based on data, not assumptions
Trends
View how performance is changing over time. Easily spot what’s going well, identify recurring problems, and uncover areas for improvement.
- Prove progress or flag regressions at a glance
- Identify patterns behind recurring issues
- Easily track machine performance over time
Cycles Tracking
Track cycle times in real time to spot hidden inefficiencies and drive consistent output.
- Easily compare actual cycle times against targets
- Identify where performance drifts from standard
- Uncover bottlenecks and hidden capacity losses
FactoryOps Hub
Bring your most critical production signals into one real-time view, with Guidewheel guiding your team to the next action instead of leaving them to read charts alone.
- Monitor uptime, OEE, and cycle times in one place
- Compare performance across machines, shifts, or sites
- Align teams with shared, real-time insights
Integrations
Connect Guidewheel with supported business-system workflows and agree which information should move between them. Our team helps confirm the connector, scope and responsibilities.
- Share agreed production data with supported ERP and planning workflows
- Support maintenance workflows through a confirmed CMMS connection
- Feed insights into BI tools and custom dashboards
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you integrate with ERPs?
Guidewheel can connect machine data with ERP and other business systems through supported integrations and an open API. Our team works with yours to confirm the system, workflow, and scope you need.
What type of machines does Guidewheel work on?
Guidewheel connects old and new equipment without making a PLC integration the starting point. Our team confirms the sensor configuration and measurements needed for your machines.
How is Guidewheel different from MES, PLC, or SCADA systems?
Guidewheel combines machine data, AI-powered software, and manufacturing expertise to guide operating improvements. It can work alongside systems that handle machine control, production execution, or maintenance workflows; the right scope depends on what your operation needs.
How fast can we get set up and start seeing results?
Weatherables implemented Guidewheel in less than a day. Sensors connect to capture machine activity, while our team works with yours to confirm the setup, find the first useful improvement, and make the data part of daily decisions. Broader rollout and integrations depend on your requirements.
Ready to get more from the equipment and people you already have?
Our team can help you evaluate the next step using the equipment, people, and operating context you already have.