For years, a large steel manufacturer believed their gas detector management system was functioning adequately. However, a deeper analysis revealed a costly inefficiency hidden in plain sight: their reliance on one gas detector per worker for every shift.
Manual processes, such as logging data on Excel sheets and using clipboards for shift handoffs, made it nearly impossible to share detectors efficiently across shifts. This led to an oversized fleet of devices and hours of labor wasted on compliance tracking. The outcome? Sky-high operational expenses and a compliance process bogged down by manual errors.
What if there was a better way to manage gas detectors without compromising safety or compliance?
The Solution: ALTAIR io® 4 Connected Gas Detector and the Power of the MSA ID Tag
The steel manufacturer adopted the ALTAIR io® 4 Connected Gas Detector paired with the MSA ID Tag, revolutionizing their gas detector strategy. This simple yet effective solution allowed workers to seamlessly share detectors between shifts, replacing outdated manual processes and streamlining workflows.
Here is how it worked:
- Shift 1: Workers tapped their MSA ID Tag to activate their device and began their shift.
- Shift 2: As Shift 1 workers returned their devices to the chargers, Shift 2 workers picked up fully charged detectors and activated them with their own ID tags.
- Shift 3: The rotation continued, ensuring all shifts had devices ready without interruptions or delays.
With this system, every manual process—from assigning detectors to tracking compliance—was automated, saving time and improving accuracy.
The Results
- Significant Reduction in Operational Expenses
By leveraging our Tag-in/Tag-out system, the company seamlessly shared detectors across multiple shifts, enabling a 38% reduction in its detector fleet while still maintaining full operational coverage. This optimization also helped reduce maintenance and calibration costs, further improving overall efficiency.
- Streamlined Shift Handoffs
The automated workflow enabled smooth transitions between shifts, reducing delays and helping to ensure every shift had fully charged devices ready to go.
- Automated Compliance
Manual tracking and reporting were replaced with real-time automated compliance data, significantly reducing administrative workload and human error.
- Improved Accountability
The MSA ID Tag ensured only authorized workers could use detectors, enhancing safety and minimizing misuse.
What This Means for You
If your company relies on shift-based operations, managing gas detectors more efficiently could unlock significant savings and improve safety. Outdated manual processes may be costing you more than you realize.
With ALTAIR io® 4 and the MSA ID Tag, you can:
- Simplify your shift operations.
- Reduce labor-intensive compliance tasks.
- Maintain safety and accountability while optimizing resources.
Take the First Step
Let us help you uncover potential savings. Request your personalized gas detector optimization report today.
