# guidewheel.com

> AI-optimized mirror of guidewheel.com containing 49 pages totalling 21,068 words of clean markdown content, structured data, and semantic HTML. Original source: https://guidewheel.com/. Last updated: 2026-06-13T23:18:06.808Z.

Each page is available as HTML (with JSON-LD structured data) and Markdown (text-only, ideal for LLMs and RAG).

## Homepage

- [site-root.html](/content/site-root.html) (1 words)
- [The data and intelligence layer for the next era of manufacturing](/content/site-root.html): AI-powered factory operations software that delivers real-time visibility, reduces downtime, and boosts production—with results in hours, not days. (875 words)

## Articles & Blog Posts

- [terms-and-conditions/index.html](/content/terms-and-conditions/index.html) (1 words)
- [blog/index.html](/content/blog/index.html) (1 words)
- [One source of machine truth with every level of the team aligned](/content/solutions/equip-teams/index.html): Give your teams the real-time visibility and insights they need to act fast, reduce downtime, and improve efficiency—so everyone can perform at their best. (757 words)
- [30% more profit from the machines you already own.](/content/solutions/increase-production/index.html): Boost output without adding equipment or headcount. Guidewheel helps you optimize existing assets, improve OEE, and drive more production from every machine. (705 words)
- [FactoryOps for plastics & packaging](/content/industries/plastics-and-packaging/index.html) (287 words)
- [Reduce unplanned downtime](/content/solutions/reduce-downtime/index.html): Stop issues before they escalate. Guidewheel’s real-time monitoring, alerts, and AI-powered anomaly detection help you prevent unplanned downtime and maximize uptime. (743 words)
- [Case Studies](/content/case-studies/index.html): See how manufacturers use Guidewheel to reduce downtime, boost OEE, and drive sustainable performance. Real-world impact from factories of all sizes. (749 words)
- [How a 140-Year-Old Manufacturer Found 20% Energy Savings Across 80 Plants](/content/blog/140-year-old-manufacturer-20-energy-savings-80-plants.html): A cross-plant pilot at Bekaert uncovered 15-20% energy savings with 200 small fixes. Use this playbook to find hidden capacity and de-risk AI. (1,561 words)
- [FactoryOps for consumer goods](/content/industries/consumer-goods/index.html) (271 words)
- [FactoryOps for steel & metals](/content/industries/steel-and-metals/index.html) (267 words)
- [Events](/content/events/index.html): Discover upcoming webinars, conferences, and live events where Guidewheel shares the latest in factory performance, AI, and sustainable manufacturing innovation. (562 words)
- [The AI-powered intelligence layer for the next era of manufacturing.](/content/solutions/factoryops-overview/index.html): Explore how Guidewheel’s FactoryOps platform delivers real-time machine data, AI-powered insights, and tools to reduce downtime, improve OEE, and drive efficiency at scale. (889 words)
- [blog/understanding-oee-meaning-overall-equipment-effectiveness-in-manufacturing.html](/content/blog/understanding-oee-meaning-overall-equipment-effectiveness-in-manufacturing.html) (1 words)
- [FactoryOps for automotive](/content/industries/automotive/index.html) (239 words)
- [blog/8-wastes-of-lean-manufacturing/index.html](/content/blog/8-wastes-of-lean-manufacturing/index.html) (1 words)
- [FactoryOps for construction & building materials](/content/industries/construction-and-building-materials/index.html) (277 words)
- [FactoryOps for food & beverage](/content/industries/food-and-beverage/index.html) (268 words)
- [FactoryOps for your industry](/content/industries/industry-overview/index.html) (247 words)
- [What is Industrial Automation and How Does It Drive Manufacturing Efficiency?](/content/blog/what-is-industrial-automation/index.html): Explore industrial automation's role in boosting manufacturing efficiency, precision & flexibility. Learn about its types, benefits, challenges & future trends. (1,506 words)
- [Extrusion Line Monitoring Software — Best Downtime-Reduction Options Compared](/content/blog/extrusion-line-monitoring-software-best-downtime-reduction.html): Discover top extrusion line monitoring solutions for 2026. Compare platforms, reduce downtime, and boost OEE with real-time production tracking. (1,373 words)
- [Current openings](/content/company/current-opportunities/index.html): Join Guidewheel to do work that powers progress. Help factories thrive sustainably—alongside a values-driven team, flexible benefits, and real-world impact. (160 words)
- [Get a Guidewheel demo to reduce downtime and increase production.](/content/company/contact/index.html): Have questions or ready to see Guidewheel in action? Contact our team to learn how real-time production insights can help your factory boost performance and efficiency., Route your prospects through Chili Piper (39 words)
- [Guidewheel vs. the alternatives](/content/vs/index.html): The tools you choose shape what your factory can do. Compare Guidewheel against the alternatives, feature by feature, and find the fastest path to more uptime, less waste, and a clearer view of every asset. (114 words)
- [Intro to FactoryOps: Real-time visibility for smarter operations](/content/events/intro-to-factoryops-real-time-visibility-for-smarter-operations.html): In this webinar, Jacob Mieso, Sr. Product Marketing Manager, and Kevin Earabino, Head of Product Excellence, introduce the FactoryOps platform and how manufacturers are using it to unlock operational excellence without disruption or complex integrations. (117 words)
- [How Chroma Color is Moving Beyond Lagging Indicators](/content/events/how-chroma-color-is-moving-beyond-lagging-indicators.html): In this webinar, Guidewheel CEO Lauren Dunford and Chroma Color VP of Operations Glenn Munshaw explore how operations leaders can shift from lagging to leading indicators to drive proactive improvement. (138 words)
- [FactoryOps in Action: Making AI (actually) work on the factory floor](/content/events/factoryops-in-action-making-ai-actually-work-on-the-factory-floor.html): In this webinar, Guidewheel CEO Lauren Dunford sits down with BorgWarner CIO Ryan Talbott to explore how manufacturers can move beyond the AI buzz and make real progress on the factory floor. (93 words)
- [U.S. factories run at 54.5% uptime. The average plant can't see why.](/content/lp/2026-factory-uptime-report/index.html): 75 million machine-minutes captured by AI-powered clip-on sensors. (230 words)
- [FactoryOps for the Future: How innovation powers resilient manufacturing](/content/events/factoryops-for-the-future-how-innovation-powers-resilient-manufacturing.html): Learn how sourcing innovation can strengthen supply chains and drive real results, from visibility on the factory floor to long-term infrastructure resilience. Featuring Julie Zorb, Sr. Director of Sourcing Innovation at Walmart, and Guidewheel CEO Lauren Dunford. (105 words)
- [Partner with Guidewheel to shape the future of manufacturing](/content/partnerships/index.html): Partner with Guidewheel to help manufacturers unlock real-time visibility, reduce waste, and drive sustainable growth. Explore reseller, integration, and strategic alliances. (148 words)
- [ReMA 2026](/content/events/rema-2026/index.html): Join 7,000 recycling professionals in Vegas. See how plug-and-play sensors catch downtime fast and reveal hidden capacity across your entire operation. (101 words)
- [MX.0 Southeast](/content/events/mx0-southeast/index.html): Join us at MX.0 Southeast to hear real-world digital transformation journeys. See how practical, real-time data helps teams modernize without the mess. (138 words)
- [CONEXPO-CON/AGG](/content/events/conexpo-con-agg/index.html): Join us at CONEXPO-CON/AGG to see how heavy building material manufacturers catch downtime fast and find hidden capacity without the IT mess. (110 words)
- [Pack Expo 2025](/content/events/pack-expo-2025/index.html): Use our special link to register for free and join 30,000+ packaging and processing professionals at Pack Expo. (102 words)
- [Simple pricing for fast deployment into your factory](/content/pricing/index.html): Choose a pricing plan that fits your factory’s needs. Get real-time visibility, OEE tracking, and AI-powered insights—with fast setup and full support included. (219 words)
- [MSCI 2026 Steel Conference and Annual Meeting of Members](/content/events/msci-2026-steel-conference-and-annual-meeting-of-members.html): Join us at the MSCI 2026 Steel Conference to see how metal service centers use real-time data to catch downtime fast and increase throughput without the mess. (94 words)
- [Maximizing Machine Runtime: Get Real-time Visibility in Days](/content/events/maximizing-machine-runtime-get-real-time-visibility-in-days.html): In this webinar, Guidewheel CEO Lauren Dunford shares how mid-sized manufacturers are getting real-time visibility into machine downtime—without the time, cost, or complexity of traditional systems. (96 words)
- [FactoryOps for the Frontline: Turning real-time technology into real-world results](/content/events/factoryops-for-the-frontline-turning-real-time-technology-into-real-world-results.html): In this Factory Forward webinar, Foster Taliaferro, Director of Technical Services at Arcosa Aggregates, joins Guidewheel CEO Lauren Dunford for a candid conversation on how real-time and predictive technology can empower frontline teams. (65 words)
- [American Manufacturing Summit](/content/events/american-manufacturing-summit/index.html): Join us in Chicago to see how real-time FactoryOps helps you modernize without the mess. Stop by our booth to find hidden capacity on your floor. (124 words)
- [Do work that powers progress](/content/company/careers/index.html): Join Guidewheel to do work that powers progress. Help factories thrive sustainably—alongside a values-driven team, flexible benefits, and real-world impact. (570 words)
- [AI Manufacturing & SCADA Technologies Conference](/content/events/ai-manufacturing-scada-technologies-conference/index.html): Explore cutting-edge advances in AI, SCADA, and smart factory technology at AIMST 2025. (80 words)
- [CIO Symposium](/content/events/cio-symposium/index.html): Join top CIOs and technology leaders at the 2025 CIO 100 Symposium & Awards. (72 words)
- [Connected Worker Manufacturing Summit](/content/events/connected-worker-manufacturing-summit/index.html): See how leading manufacturers are empowering frontline teams with connected technology. (68 words)
- [American Automotive Summit 2025](/content/events/american-automotive-summit-2025/index.html): Explore the future of automotive manufacturing with industry innovators. (66 words)
- [All Resources](/content/search-results/index.html) (4,814 words)
- [Unlocking performance for every factory](/content/company/about-us/index.html): Meet the team behind Guidewheel’s mission to empower 10 million factories. Built on integrity, impact, and innovation—FactoryOps that’s better for business and the planet. (583 words)
- [Announcing our $31M Series B, led by BlackRock and Temasek’s Decarbonization Partners fund](/content/blog/announcing-our-31m-series-b-led-by-blackrock-and-temaseks-decarbonization-partners-fund.html): Announcing our $31M Series B, led by BlackRock and Temasek’s Decarbonization Partners fund (562 words)
- [The Guidewheel Resource Hub](/content/resources/index.html): Explore tools, guides, blog posts, and events to help you optimize factory performance. Get actionable insights on OEE, efficiency, and sustainable operations. (479 words)

## Resources

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