ReliabilityX Unlocks Throughput and Cost Savings for The Little Potato Company
Case Study: ReliabilityX Unlocks Throughput and Cost Savings for The Little Potato Company
The Challenge
The Little Potato Company’s Multivac production line in Edmonton, Alberta was falling short of its design capacity. Machines were underperforming, costs were rising, and the workforce lacked the skills to identify and resolve operational issues. The result was a cycle of inefficiency, downtime, and missed targets.
Leadership recognized the need for a structured intervention. The goal was clear: restore throughput, reduce waste, and build a workforce capable of sustaining long-term reliability.
The Solution
ReliabilityX responded with a comprehensive strategy focused on restoring equipment performance and empowering the team.
Key actions included:
- Conducting a full assessment of machinery and processes to identify defects and inefficiencies
- Executing targeted cleaning events to bring equipment back to optimal condition
- Delivering specialized training to build workforce capability in problem identification and resolution
- Implementing center lining and operational standards to stabilize and streamline production
This approach combined technical precision with cultural transformation, equipping the plant to operate with greater consistency and control.
The Results
The impact was immediate and measurable:
- Throughput increased by 56 percent, expanding capacity from 4 million to 10.5 million units annually
- Yield improved by 10 percent, saving $377,000
- Labor savings totaled $417,000
- Material waste was reduced by 58 percent
- Cost of Goods Sold per unit decreased by $0.17
The Little Potato Company now operates with greater efficiency, lower costs, and a workforce that drives continuous improvement.
Conclusion
ReliabilityX helped The Little Potato Company transform its Multivac line from underperformance to operational excellence. By restoring equipment, training the team, and standardizing processes, ReliabilityX delivered sustainable results that continue to scale.
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