Category: Business Case

  • How Spartakus APM Helped Kruger Crabtree Reach 90% OEE

    How Spartakus APM Helped Kruger Crabtree Reach 90% OEE

    R. Tremblay / read Share this article For many in the pulp and paper industry, downtime is a constant battle and maintenance teams are the first line of defense. At Kruger Crabtree, a major North American paper mill, this battle used to be a way of life, complete with unpredictable breakdowns, late-night emergency calls, and…

  • Ingredion Indianapolis: How Spartakus APM Transformed Maintenance and Reliability Practices

    Ingredion Indianapolis: How Spartakus APM Transformed Maintenance and Reliability Practices

    R. Tremblay / read Share this article Ingredion is a global leader in ingredient solutions, with more than 15 site in North America and 12 000 employees worldwide, serving industries ranging from food and beverage to pharmaceuticals and industrial applications. At its Indianapolis facility, Ingredion faced a challenge common across large-scale operations: how to ensure asset…

  • Implementing a Lubrication Management Program: How A Sawmill Saved $3M 

    Implementing a Lubrication Management Program: How A Sawmill Saved $3M 

    R. Tremblay / read Share this article Couple years ago, a sawmill in Canada recognized the need to change its lubrication practices in order to address persistent maintenance issues and control rising costs. The sawmill aimed to improve the efficiency of its operations while reducing unnecessary expenses. To begin, they evaluated their current practices to…

  • PM Optimization: How a Tissue Facility Saved Over $1M Annually

    PM Optimization: How a Tissue Facility Saved Over $1M Annually

    R. Tremblay / read Share this article A tissue transformation facility was facing significant maintenance-related challenges. High planned downtime and excessive workforce usage were driving up costs and impacting operational efficiency. To address this, the company ask us to conduct a structured Preventive Maintenance Optimization (PMO) exercise. Following the structured PMO process led by Spartakus…

  • Paperless Inspections: 415H Saved Annually with Spartakus APM

    Paperless Inspections: 415H Saved Annually with Spartakus APM

    R. Tremblay / read Share this article The client operates multiple manufacturing facilities across North America and has long been recognized as a high performer in maintenance and reliability. Their practices were already aligned with some of the best standards in the industry, supported by a dedicated team and structured maintenance routines. However, despite this…

  • Over $1.7M in Annual Savings with better CMMS Data Documentation

    Over $1.7M in Annual Savings with better CMMS Data Documentation

    R. Tremblay / read Share this article In asset-intensive industries, maintenance teams rely heavily on accurate, consistent, and comprehensive asset information. Poor-quality master data can undermine even the most advanced reliability strategies, resulting in inefficiencies and rising costs. Asset Master Data refers to the structured information about equipment, spare parts, and Bill of Materials (BOMs)…

  • PMO Reduces Failure Risk by 75% for a Food and Beverage Company

    PMO Reduces Failure Risk by 75% for a Food and Beverage Company

    R. Tremblay / read Share this article Unplanned equipment failures were disrupting production for a food and beverage company. Faced frequent downtime, rising costs, and growing safety concerns, threatening both production and profitability, they turned to us to help them gain back control. We suggested Preventive Maintenance Optimization (PMO) exercise. This case study showcases how…

  • 90% Reduction in Work Order Creation Time with our CMMS Integration (SAP)

    90% Reduction in Work Order Creation Time with our CMMS Integration (SAP)

    R. Tremblay / read Share this article A prominent company in the food & beverage industry approached us for a solution to improve their maintenance strategy and optimize their manpower time. As part of the solution, we implemented the SAP Connector, which streamlined the work order creation process by reducing manual data entry. This freed…

  • How Preventive Maintenance Optimization Saved $1.6M in Just 6 Weeks

    How Preventive Maintenance Optimization Saved $1.6M in Just 6 Weeks

    R. Tremblay / read Share this article A major steel plant approached us with the objective of optimizing their maintenance practices to achieve first-quartile performance in maintenance and reliability. Their goal was to reduce downtime, improve asset longevity, and reduce maintenance cost. However, their existing preventive maintenance program was not delivering the desired results. By…

  • How Spartakus APM, Oil & Vibration Analysis Saved $200K

    How Spartakus APM, Oil & Vibration Analysis Saved $200K

    R. Tremblay / read Share this article Operating in the challenging climate of Northern Quebec, mining facilities rely heavily on the uninterrupted performance of critical equipment. Gear reducers, devices that decrease motor speed while increasing torque, are integral to many mining operations. By changing the motor’s speed and torque, the reducer helps pumps work at…