Eliminate the Learning Curve: Positioner Installation and On-Site Training Services

Every manufacturing floor has one goal at the end of the day: to maximize productivity. Many are seeking ways to make their assembly or welding processes faster and safer with the help of automation. With any new tool comes a learning curve – but with ALM Positioners’ installation and on-site training services, you can be up and running in as little as one day.

“When a customer uses our installation and training services for a new positioner, it’s the smartest choice they can make because it ensures they’re really getting the most out of their investment,” Kevin Toft, chief revenue officer of ALM Positioners, said. “We take the time to ensure their team is properly trained with the positioner so that they can hit the ground running.”

“Onsite training is a huge value,” Tom Gauley, senior service engineer at ALM Positioners, said. “When our team is doing the installation, you have the confidence that your positioner is installed correctly and quickly, which means less downtime. We help fine-tune the system as we walk your team through training, getting the controls in their hands and making sure they’re 100% confident with the machine.”

Ensure precision & safety, while getting the most ROI

While positioners can be intuitive to use, training helps your team operate them at their full potential. Installing and deploying a positioner yourself can leave productivity gains on the table that could be achieved if your operators were trained on how to best use the machine.

“During our on-site training, we can adjust programs so that the positioner automatically has some functionality for the customer,” Sesamir Yearby, controls/service engineer at ALM Positioners, said. “We can make sure they’re utilizing the machine correctly so that when we walk out the door, it’s optimized for their specific task and properly installed in their environment.”

Another huge part of ALM Positioner’s installation services is the benefit you gain from having a technician who understands your specific needs and is able to provide reliable follow-up support moving forward to maximize uptime.

“Having our team there at the start ensures the job is done right from day one,” Doug Fee, service manager at ALM Positioners, said. “We take accountability and back our positioners with 24/7 support to make sure you’re always running at full speed.”

Install today, work smarter tomorrow: a closer look at the process

Pre-installation: Our process starts before the positioner even arrives, with pre-installation planning that confirms floor readiness, utility requirements and placement. During this process, we meet with you to discuss the project and complete a pre-installation questionnaire. This step eliminates surprises that can delay deployment.

Precision install: Once onsite, precision installation becomes the priority. The positioner must be leveled, stabilized and aligned to exact specifications so it can handle load capacities safely and move with accuracy.

Onsite testing: After installation, we validate performance by using the positioner in its actual environment with your product. Controls are configured to match your workflow, ensuring the machine integrates seamlessly into your production floor to increase throughput. Adjustments are made to fine-tune rotation and positioning so the system operates exactly as intended.

Operator training: The process is completed with operator training, ensuring your team understands not just how to use the equipment, but how to use it efficiently and safely. Our team will provide hands-on training with your team so they’re comfortable and confident using the positioner. We will also train designated maintenance personnel on troubleshooting and basic preventative maintenance. Most importantly, they’ll be ready to use the positioner to its fullest potential.

The safe bet of a pro install

Safety is central to ALM Positioners’ installation and training services.

“Our team makes sure the machine will be optimized exactly for your needs, and that includes all of the safety features.” John Gauley, senior service engineer at ALM Positioners said. “Obviously, the positioner is a huge safety investment because you eliminate using chains, cranes or ladders. But there are a lot of safety features that are very important for operators to understand.”

Onsite training also directly impacts uptime – trained operators avoid unnecessary stoppages and put features to use that might otherwise be overlooked, improving both efficiency and throughput.

Deploying a positioner on your manufacturing floor is smart, but equipping your team with the knowledge to use it to its fullest takes the investment to the next level, making your floor safer and more productive from day one.

Our team is ready to help install your positioner and train your team.

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