Busroot
Busroot is our complete manufacturing analytics platform, that provides Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) monitoring and accurate, real-time information on the status of all your machines, processes and production orders. It allows you to effortlessly manage and optimise your production workflows, so that if a machine goes down, Busroot will notify the correct person immediately. This way the individual can implement the correct fix, and keep downtime to a minimum.
It accurately monitors OEE, downtime, asset utilisation, cycle time and more, and highlights key areas for improvement. It also has an intuitive and user friendly interface, so your employees won't have to worry about learning a complex new system.
One of the main ways in which Busroot stands out from the pack is it's innovative data capture. Most OEE monitoring platforms place a device around your power cables, not directly touching them. They then use currency signals to infer that the machine is working. Whereas Busroot uses IoT technology to connect devices directly onto your machines. It then uses a production signal to confirm a production cycle. So while other OEE softwares are guessing whether your machines are working or not, Busroot knows whether they are.
Busroot also uses your historical data to identify your fastest cycle time, whereas other OEE softwares simply use assumptions based on their inferred currency signals. This allows for more accurate production tracking, and more accurate OEE data.
Features
Key features of Busroot include:
- OEE Monitoring
- Real-time Production Monitoring
- Downtime Detection
- Asset Utilisation
- Cycle Time Analysis
- Intuitive Operator Tablet
- Quality Tracking
- Accurate Data Capture
- Maintenance Management
- Easy Integration with MES & ERP
Pricing
Busroot has a tiered pricing structure, starting at £150 per machine for 1-10 machines. Costs then decrease as you increase number of machines, providing valuable cost savings.
Output.Industries have also been awarded funding from Innovate UK, which will enable 25 organisations to connect 5 machines to the Busroot platform at no cost! Check out our page for more information, and get in touch to see if you can benefit from this amazing opportunity.
Busroot is trusted by many leading manufacturers, including Apollo Tyres Ltd, A1 Bacon Co. Ltd, Jack Masters and Prism Medical UK.
"We now feel like we're at the forefront of production. We now finally know what's happening in real-time on the shop-floor, not at the end of the day or next morning. We've managed to improve our production output by 14% in just 2 months." Robert C, A1 Bacon
FourJaw
FourJaw offers a manufacturing analytics platform that focuses on real-time monitoring and OEE analysis, to improve productivity and efficiency. Their features include tracking production performance, identifying bottlenecks, reducing downtime, and optimising energy use for sustainability. The software is designed to be easy to use, aiming to make complex data understandable and actionable for manufacturing teams. FourJaw uses sensors to infer that the machine is in production, so as mentioned earlier, the data capture may not be as accurate.
Features
Key features include:
- OEE Monitoring
- Real-time Production Monitoring
- Downtime Tracking
- Work Order Management
- Job Tracking
- Energy Usage Monitoring
Pricing
FourJaw pricing is based on the number of features you would like to track. There are no cost reductions as you increase the number of machines that you monitor.
"Fourjaw is giving us the ability to see areas of downtime that in the past we would have had to micromanage to discover." Harry Gray, Manufacturing Manager, KSW Engineering
ThingTrax
ThingTrax is a UK manufacturing performance platform that uses IoT devices to monitor your shop-floor. It focuses on capturing data insights across production stages, digitising team processes, setting performance objectives, and fostering a high-performance culture. The platform aims to engage the entire workforce, align operations with company goals, and improve manufacturing efficiency through data-driven insights and practices. IoT sensors operate on a radio network, which collect digital or analog signals to identify if a machine is working. This form of data collection is more prone to errors and could make data less reliable.
Features
ThingTrax has different modules that you can pick and choose to suit your business. Their key features include:
- OEE Monitoring
- Real-time Production Tracking
- Downtime Tracking
- Quality Management
- Job Setting/Tracking
- Energy Usage Monitoring
Pricing
Pricing isn't publicly available on ThingTrax's website, so contact their team to get further insights.
Intouch Monitoring
Intouch Monitoring is an OEE software that provides monitors machine production and provides valuable insights into the efficiency of your shop-floor. It uses IoT technology to track machine output, and captures this data all within a user-friendly interface. Their platform focuses on delivering key insights and data-driven decision-making capabilities to improve productivity and operational performance. With a strong global client base, Intouch Monitoring demonstrates a strong track record of enhancing manufacturing processes through technology.
Features
Key features include:
- OEE Monitoring
- Downtime Tracking
- Quality Management
- Configurable Dashboards
- Cycle Time Analysis
- Job Planning and Tracking
Pricing
Intouch Monitoring pricing is dictated by the number of features and machines you require. The "Essential" tier includes your standard features and starts at £48 per machine. The "Expert" tier includes all features available, and starts at £52 per machine. If you require more than 100 machines, contact the team for more accurate pricing. Intouch Monitoring also offer a 60 day free trial.
“The monthly reports for OEE performance are great, as well as the dashboards that display live data which we can use to provide targeted improvements to shop floor teams". Daniel Hancox, Business Support Manager at Russell Roof Tiles
Prodsmart
Prodsmart is another OEE software, designed for manufacturers looking to digitalise their production processes in order to enhance efficiency. It offers real-time monitoring, enabling businesses to track production progress, identify downtime causes, and analyse performance for continuous improvement.
The platform supports decision-making with data-driven insights, aiming to streamline operations, reduce waste, and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). Prodsmart enables you to track the productivity of your team as well as machines, and can easily assign and track their tasks. It is an American company however the software is available for companies in the UK.
Features
Key features include:
- OEE Monitoring
- Downtime Tracking
- Performance Metrics
- Work Order Management
- Real Time OEE Monitoring
- Quality Tracking
- Maintenance Management
Pricing
Prodsmart offers a 14 day free trial. Pricing is not publicly available, so contact the team to get a quote for your business.
"We invested in Prodsmart to give us better visibility of our actual production costs in real time, which led us to improve our quoting system to be more accurate on the front end." Andy Neal, Managing Director, IG Masonry Support
Choosing the right OEE monitoring software is essential for improving operational efficiency. Make sure you fully understand the needs of your business and what you want out of your OEE monitoring software. With features like real-time data insights and easy-to-use interfaces, the best tools help businesses optimise equipment performance and reduce downtime. Investing in the right OEE solution is a smart step towards achieving long-term growth and better operational results.
