Showcasing Our Technological Expansion at CAMM Metals
At CAMM Metals, we’re committed to continuous improvement, and a crucial part of that commitment involves embracing new technologies that enhance our operations. Two of the most impactful advancements we’ve made include the implementation of two cutting-edge software solutions:
These tools have streamlined our workflow, improved communication from the office to the shop floor, and guaranteed our on-time delivery of the highest-quality products to customers. Let’s take a closer look at how these technologies impact our sheet metal fabrication services.
Accelerating the Quoting Process with Paperless Parts
January 1, 2023 marked an important day at CAMM Metals. As the new year commenced, we officially went live with Paperless Parts, a game-changing platform that has significantly streamlined our quoting process. The benefits of integrating this software into our processes are as follows:
Greater Speed and Accuracy
One of the standout features of Paperless Parts is its ability to generate quotes quickly and accurately. In the past, creating a quote for a formed sheet metal part would have involved drawing a flat pattern, calculating run times, and determining the best strategy for nesting parts – all of which could take well over an hour.
With Paperless Parts, this entire process can now be completed in just minutes. This efficiency allows us to provide our customers with quotes faster, helping them move forward to production faster.
Ease of Use
Another significant advantage of Paperless Parts is its user-friendly interface, which has made the transition seamless for our team. For example, our estimator, Amanda, taught herself how to use the platform in just one month by following the provided tutorials. Her success demonstrates how accessible and intuitive the platform is, enabling our team to produce accurate quotes quickly and efficiently.
Risk Reduction
The digital nature of this platform reduces the potential for human error, ensuring that the quotes we provide are as accurate as possible. This level of precision helps prevent unexpected issues, creating a smoother, more predictable experience for our customers.
Enhancing Workflow and Communication with Fulcrum ERP
While Paperless Parts has overhauled our quoting process, Fulcrum ERP has transformed how we manage our workflow and communicate across the company. Here’s how:
Cloud-Based Communication
Fulcrum ERP is a cloud-based platform that connects every part of our business, from the office to the shop floor. Every team member on the shop floor now has an iPad, offering them immediate access to drawings, machine programs, setup sheets, and assembly drawings.
For newer team members or those with less experience with large, complex assemblies, the ability to see precisely what they are building on their iPad eliminates the need for mental visualization, reducing the learning curve and improving efficiency.
Eliminating Paper-Based Inefficiencies
Before implementing Fulcrum, our system relied heavily on paper-based processes. Drawings and setup sheets would often become separated as they moved through the shop floor, leading to potential risks and delays. Now, with everything digital and accessible on iPads, those efficiencies have been eliminated. Every team member has the information they need at their fingertips, allowing for faster, more accurate work.
Real-Time Understanding of Job Status
One of the most significant benefits of Fulcrum ERP is the real-time visibility it provides into the status of every job. Whether it’s an engineering change or simply tracking progress, everyone – from the office to the shop floor – has the same, up-to-date information. This transparency ensures we can give our customers accurate, immediate updates on their orders – a significant improvement over hunting down parts to determine their progress or simply offering our best estimates.
On-Time Delivery
The impact of these technologies on our operations is evident in our performance. In March 2024, we achieved 100% on-time delivery for the first time, a milestone that reflects both the dedication of our expert team and the effectiveness of our advanced equipment. Fulcrum ERP played a crucial role in this achievement by providing our team with a clear understanding of what needed to be done to meet our deadlines.
Investing in the Future at CAMM Metals
The CAMM Metals team constantly seeks new ways to serve our customers better than ever. Adopting Paperless Parts and Fulcrum ERP is a prime example of this commitment. These technologies have allowed us to run our operations more efficiently, improve the quality of our work, and enhance communication both internally and with our customers.
Through our continuous search for tools that can improve our processes, we ensure the efficient and reliable delivery of high-quality products, setting the stage for continued growth and success.
If you’re seeking custom fabricated components from a reliable, forward-thinking supplier, request a quote from CAMM Metals to leverage our advanced capabilities and precision fabrication services.