The Power of Time! The ability to measure, analyze, and optimize production processes is something we focus on constantly. Having a solid handle on multiple variances of time counts takes the optimization that step further, and allows for an end-to-end view of productivity.

Here are three crucial metrics that manufacturers like market leaders in the plastic field, ADIS Tachov s.r.o., and indeed every business should track to ensure peak performance:

1️⃣ Throughput (Capacity Utilization)

By measuring a machine's production capabilities over a specific period of time, throughput provides valuable insights into how efficiently resources are being used. By optimizing capacity utilization, it's possible to maximize the output and in-turn, achieve higher operational efficiency.

2️⃣ Cycle Time

Cycle time measures how long it takes to transform raw materials into finished products. It's a vital metric for assessing the effectiveness of production optimization strategies. By reducing cycle time, we can streamline processes, minimize delays, and deliver products faster. This is a key part of the on-time, every-time affirmation that ADIS pride themselves on.

3️⃣ Downtime

Finally, downtime is a ratio reflecting the amount of time equipment is not operational compared to its total operating time. A higher downtime ratio indicates decreased productivity, which can significantly impact overall performance. Identifying and addressing the causes of downtime helps deliver an efficient workflow.

By closely monitoring these metrics, and the specific time frames involved in each of them, it's possible to calculate the most efficient and repetitive way of operating. Something which sets ADIS on a different level to its competitors, and which allows customers to have the trust in ADIS’s slogan, ‘Quality with Integrity’. Learn more at by getting in touch with us today.