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Suunto<\/a> is a manufacturer<\/h2>\n

of sports watches, dive computers, compasses, and precision instruments.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Headquartered in Vantaa, Finland, the company was founded in 1936 after Finnish adventurer Tuomas Vohlonen invented the liquid-filled compass with a steadier, more accurate needle.<\/p>\n

Since then, Suunto has grown into a quality global supplier of reliable precision equipment.<\/p>\n

Tapio Leveelahti has been with Suunto for 14 years, leading manufacturing engineering teams in Finland. His teams work primarily on factory maintenance and automation but also factory development across the EMEA.<\/p>\n

With most mechanical parts coming from the Far East, other Nordic countries, and nearby cities, most manufacturing occurs in Finland \u2013 before parts arrive at the main facility for final assembly. Tapio\u2019s small team of eight work from the Vantaa factory, but they also support local manufacturers \u2013 providing test automation and manufacturing tools.<\/p>\n

The Challenges<\/h2>\n

Suunto\u2019s previous testing system was unreliable. Getting an overview was difficult, as the data wasn\u2019t online all the time. Its capabilities were limited. In fact, data often went missing and when it was accessible it wasn\u2019t used widely.<\/p>\n

While Suunto wanted to expand the old system, given the amount of work needed to make it function properly, this wasn\u2019t a good option. Suunto needed a ready-made commercial system \u2013 one that Tapio\u2019s team could set up easily without massive amounts of ongoing work.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\n

Up-And-Running In Two Hours<\/h2>\n

Sport watches are premium devices that get more advanced each year \u2013 so it\u2019s no wonder they\u2019re among Suunto\u2019s best selling products. However, given the many delicate functionalities and features, it\u2019s critical to ensure that there are no defects and that everything works flawlessly.<\/p>\n

Tapio\u2019s team needs to be able to get this kind of information on-demand. They need dedicated tools to monitor manufacturing online to see what\u2019s working, where the failed items are, and what the operators are doing. And they need to determine all of this in real-time quickly.<\/p>\n

Looking for new tools and solutions to take Suunto\u2019s manufacturing to the next level, by chance, Tapio discovered WATS \u2013 thanks to a recommendation from a local Finnish partner.<\/p>\n

After a quick and easy implementation, they launched the first pilot test \u2013 using their company\u2019s Ambit sports watch range as their main test subjects \u2013 they began entering data into WATS.<\/p>\n

After two hours, all data was online, and the first pilot was a smooth success.<\/p>\n

Complete Visibility<\/h2>\n

After implementing WATS, Suunto is now happy to see its manufacturing and testing processes fully. Compared to other tools on the market, the team particularly like the ease of maintenance and how little it requires to run. They are also happy with its scalability.<\/p>\n

As database experts, they need an accurate tool that records data and gives them immediate oversight and statistics access. And as a small team, it\u2019s important to stay efficient at all times.<\/p>\n

They are now using WATS across their Finland-based facilities, both their own and other suppliers\u2019 \u2013 such as their electronic manufacturers \u2013 to test mechanical features in the final product.<\/p>\n

Tapio and his team report smooth usage and increased yield. And when issues arise, or they have missed information \u2013 they always get quick responses from Virinco who are poised to provide help and support when needed.<\/p>\n

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