FreePoint Technologies Inc.

07/26/2024

Discover how FreePoint is transforming manufacturing with our innovative machine monitoring solutions. Our feature in Manufacturing Automation magazine showcases our commitment to driving efficiency and productivity in the industry. Visit our blog to read the full story and learn more about our cutting-edge technology.

FreePoint was honored to be featured in a double-page spread article in the 2018 March/April edition of Manufacturing Automation magazine. The article focuses on the many benefits that machine monitoring brings to companies who suffer from excessive downtime. It explores the increases in efficiencie...

06/19/2024

TPS AND INDUSTRY 4.0 | Data-Driven Excellence - Unraveling the Toyota Production System (TPS) https://shiftworxmes.com/tps-and-industry-4-0-data-driven-excellence-unraveling-the-toyota-production-system-tps/ -> Learn how data is not just a passive element within TPS; it's a dynamic force that drives efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement. TPS relies on real-time data, meticulous analysis, and proactive decision-making to create a symphony of operational excellence.

The data-driven Toyota Production System (TPS) is a dynamic force that drives efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement in Industry 4.0

06/12/2024

CASE STUDY | Wire Harness Manufacturer Increases Productivity 50% with ShiftWorx https://shiftworxmes.com/case-study-wire-harness-manufacturer-increases-productivity/ -> Excel Connection experienced a significant decrease in machine downtime which considerably increased their capacity on critical processing machines, as well as improved employee engagement overall!

Excel Connection significantly decreased machine downtime, increased productivity, and improved employee engagement overall with ShiftWorx.

06/06/2024

FEATURED | Automation.com https://www.automation.com/en-us/articles/june-2024/standardized-work-instructions-improvement?listname=Automation%20&%20Control%20News%20&%20Articles -> Why Standardized Work Instructions Are Integral for Continuous Improvement
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Integrating Standardized Work Instructions (SWIs) onto the shopfloor leads to improved manufacturing consistency, quality, efficiency, safety, compliance and training effectiveness.

06/05/2024

TPS AND INDUSTRY 4.0 | Delve Deeper Into the Facets of TPS and its Relationship with Data: https://shiftworxmes.com/tps-industry-4-0-delve-deeper-tps-relationship-with-data -> Whether a company is building cars or coding software, the tenets of TPS are timeless, and integral for manufacturers to succeed in Industry 4.0.

05/29/2024

INCREASE PRODUCTIVITY 50%+ | Learn how machine monitoring works, and the 6 steps to increase productivity by 50% or more. The 1st step in machine monitoring is cloud-connection. Our patented technology connects ANY shopfloor assets easily. Learn more: https://shiftworxmes.com/how-machine-monitoring-works-6-steps-to-increase-productivity-50-percent-plus/

The 1st step in machine monitoring is cloud-connection. Learn how it works and how our patented technology connects shopfloor assets easily for increased productivity!

05/23/2024

CASE STUDY | Aerospace and Defense Manufacturer Doubles Productivity with ShiftWorx - With ShiftWorx's Notifications Module, operators spend much less time seeking out resources, and spend more time on performing value-adding tasks. Learn more: https://shiftworxmes.com/case-study-aerospace-and-defense-manufacturer-doubles-productivity-with-shiftworx/

With ShiftWorx's Notifications Module, operators spend much less time seeking out resources, and spend more time on performing value-adding tasks.

05/15/2024

KANBAN AND LEAN | Are Kanban and Lean Manufacturing Still Relevant Today? Part 2 -> Lean Manufacturing is as relevant today as it was over 70 years ago. And Continuous Improvement is achievable through the repetition of these principles. Learn more: https://shiftworxmes.com/are-kanban-and-lean-still-relevant-today-2/

Lean Manufacturing is as relevant today as it was over 70 years ago. And Continuous Improvement is achievable through the repetition of these principles.

05/08/2024

KANBAN AND LEAN | Are Kanban and Lean Manufacturing Still Relevant Today? Part 1 -> While there is no such thing as “the perfect production system", Kanban is an uncomplicated yet effective system for creating products. Is it still relevant today? Learn more: https://shiftworxmes.com/are-kanban-and-lean-still-relevant-today-1/

While there is no such thing as “the perfect production system", Kanban is an uncomplicated yet effective system for creating products. Is it still relevant today?

05/01/2024

Why Standardized Work Instructions are Integral for Continuous Improvement | Integrating Standardized Work Instructions (SWIs) onto the shopfloor leads to improved manufacturing consistency, quality, efficiency, safety, compliance, and training effectiveness. The result is higher productivity, lower costs, and increased customer satisfaction for manufacturers – all benefits that help in continuous improvement goals. Learn more: https://shiftworxmes.com/why-standardized-work-instructions-are-integral-for-continuous-improvement/

Integrating Standardized Work Instructions leads to improved manufacturing consistency, quality, efficiency, safety, compliance and training effectiveness.