How Surrette Batteries Unlocked Efficiency Through Our Manufacturing Consulting Services

INDUSTRY:
Battery Manufacturing

TYPE OF WORK:
Conceptual design, design validation, analysis, and design for manufacture (DFM)

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Our manufacturing consulting services enhance efficiency with advanced data analytics, supply chain optimization, and quality processes. We focus on digitization, lean production, risk management, and sustainability, ensuring regulatory compliance and consistent product quality across various industries.

John Hauser, Discipline Lead, Automation & Robotics
Enginuity

About the Client

Surrette Battery Co.

For almost 90 years, Surrette Battery Company has been producing a wide range of Rolls-branded premium deep cycle batteries for use in renewable energy, marine, motive power, and railroad applications. Surrette Battery Co. is a third-generation family-run business, known worldwide for their high-quality products.

Surrette Battery Co. emphasizes sustainable operations and advanced manufacturing technologies, producing batteries for alternative energy applications in Canada and beyond.

Understanding the Problem

The Challenge

Surrette Battery Co. met the challenge of balancing the need for increased production and operational rising costs head on, all while maintaining high employee satisfaction and reducing manufacturing costs and waste. They sought to enhance operational efficiency and quality processes without compromising product standards. Identifying and eliminating inefficiencies in their manufacturing processes was crucial.

We were tasked to perform a comprehensive process discovery to pinpoint areas of improvement and provide actionable insights for optimizing production workflows, ensuring sustainable operations, and improved productivity.

Solving the Challenge

The Solution

Enginuity applied its expertise to address Surrette Battery Co.’s challenges. Through a comprehensive process discovery, Enginuity identified key inefficiencies in the manufacturing processes, particularly in the waterbath process.

The team implemented advanced factory automation solutions and lean manufacturing practices to streamline operations, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency and quality control. Our approach included on-site visits to gather detailed information on existing processes and equipment, followed by extensive production workflow analysis.

We developed and presented ROI projections for each identified improvement area, highlighting the potential benefits of reduced idle time and optimized cooling systems.

Summarizing the Outcome

The Conclusion

Enginuity’s manufacturing consulting services significantly helped Surrette Battery Co. improve their manufacturing processes. By addressing inefficiencies and implementing advanced solutions, Surrette Battery Co. is now equipped to meet industry demands with enhanced operational efficiency and product quality.

Our solutions have established a foundation for ongoing innovation and excellence at Surrette Battery Co., reducing inefficiencies and boosting productivity. This has solidified their position as a leader in the battery manufacturing industry.

Key Takeaways

Manufacturing Consulting

Optimized Surrette Battery Co.’s processes, enhancing efficiency and product quality.

Process Improvements

Addressed inefficiencies, leading to increased productivity and better operational outcomes.

Risk management

Ensured operational risks were assessed and mitigated, supporting sustainable growth

Applying Manufacturing Consulting Expertise to Broader Markets

The success of the Surrette Battery Co. project showcases our proficiency in delivering advanced manufacturing, process, and risk consulting services that can be applied in various sectors. Our team specializes in integrating factory automation solutions and advanced manufacturing technologies seamlessly within your existing infrastructure.

The insights gained can be applied to develop advanced solutions for:

Food and Beverage Industry: Enhance quality control, ensure compliance with safety standards, and optimize production processes with real-time data on ingredients and contaminants.

Pharmaceutical Industry: Improve drug formulation, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance by leveraging precise chemical composition measurement, streamlining drug development and production.

Agriculture and Horticulture: Monitor soil health, nutrient levels, and plant conditions in real-time, leading to better crop management, higher yields, and more efficient resource use.

Environmental Monitoring: Detect pollutants, track environmental changes, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations by extending our expertise to monitor air and water quality.

Cosmetic Industry: Ensure the safety and efficacy of ingredients, optimize formulations, and maintain consistent product quality with detailed chemical profiling.

With our decades of experience across these sectors, we help clients achieve significant improvements in efficiency, quality, and productivity, driving sustainable growth and success.