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Amarant Bakkers increases efficiency and production output with Sensorfact OEE

Koninklijke Amarant Bakkers is a leading Dutch family business with over a century of baking experience. With several modern bakeries spread across the country, the company specializes in producing a wide range of bread products for large retailers. Under the mission statement “We make our customers great with bread,” Amarant Bakers combines traditional craftsmanship with a strong focus on innovation, quality, and sustainability.

Increase in output

Direct cost savings

Improved sustainability reporting

The start

Amarant Bakkers was already working with an OEE system, but this proved to be complex to use and not very flexible. Adjustments were dependent on the supplier, which led to waiting times and additional costs. The system was difficult to maintain and expand.

The solution

Amarant Bakkers, already familiar with Sensorfact for energy measurement (both electricity and gas), opted for their OEE system with wireless sensors. The user-friendliness of the dashboard for operators and the ability for management to independently create new products and stops (downtime) were important advantages. The direct communication and influence on Sensorfact’s roadmap provided additional confidence.

The results

The Sensorfact OEE system has delivered tangible results for Amarant Bakkers:

  • Optimized line speeds: Detailed measurements revealed differences between set and actual speeds, which, after correction, led to more efficient throughput.
  • Increased machine output: Analysis of OEE data from a specific machine showed lower than expected output. After adjusting parameters, output was increased.
  • Proactive process management: Simple analysis of historical data enables management to identify trends and bottlenecks and anticipate them.
  • Integration for sustainability reporting: Linking OEE data with energy measurement (electricity and gas) provides insight into energy consumption per product, which simplifies CSRD reporting.
  • Rapid adoption and engagement: The intuitive system was quickly implemented by operators and production managers, resulting in greater insight on the shop floor.
  • Accurate output measurement: Linking to external camera sensors on the cooling line provides a more accurate picture of the actual production flow.

Quote

Sensorfact's OEE system is a user-friendly and flexible tool that helps us make our production more efficient and gain more insight into our processes. The integration with our energy measurement is an important step forward, not only for operational optimization, but also for our sustainability goals.

Louis van Gelder Amarant Bakkers Technical director

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