Innovators in Metal Finishing, New Technology & More
Steelhead Technologies
World-class technology in metal finishing eliminates paper, reduces management overhead and increases shop profits.
Pushing Cyber Requirements in Manufacturing
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) suggested that U.S. manufacturers, including surface finishers, needed to make significant upgrades to their computer systems. For some job shop manufacturers, this means a big investment in cyber expertise or risk being dropped from supplier lists at large OEMs.
This is part of a new program called the Software Bill of Material (SBOM) Requirements for Critical Software by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, including:
To support the parameters defined by SBOMs, Steelhead Technologies offers the Gov+ service package. Gov+ helps companies comply with cybersecurity standards. This program offers a secure environment, encrypted data, and support to meet the strict CUI/CMMC cybersecurity rules. Working with Steelhead is more affordable compared to other methods. Costs to update legacy systems outside of Steelhead can range between $200,000 and $400,000.
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The Industry Leading Customer Portal
The new and improved Customer Portal by Steelhead allows you to provide next level customer service to attract and retain top customers! Empower your customers by allowing them to effortlessly access key information and eliminate communication headaches with the Steelhead Customer Portal.
The Customer Portal allows your customers to access:
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This DIY hub saves hours per day routing customer inquiries and tracking down order updates! Ready to go digital and explore the customer portal?
Top Shops 2024
Steelhead is thrilled to sponsor the 2024 Top Shops award by Products Finishing and Gardner Business Media, Inc., aligning our commitment to elevating the shop industry. ?This prestigious accolade recognizes outstanding performance in product quality, on-time delivery, and exceptional customer service within the job shop manufacturing sector.
This is an accomplishment job shops can leverage to win new business and stand out against their competition. To be considered, companies must meet stringent criteria, showcasing dedication to delivering exceptional products and services.
The survey is open for submissions until March 31st, 2024. Winners will be announced in the July (Plating & Anodizing) and September (Liquid & Powder Coating) issues. ?Submit your application for the Top Shops 2024 award and be a part of advancing manufacturing excellence!
Submit Liquid, Powder & Electrocoating survey here: https://gardnerintelligence.research.net/r/YG7WRTK
Submit Plating & Anodizing survey here: https://gardnerintelligence.research.net/r/TP69YVZ
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Upcoming Events
February Masterclass – Digital Certs & Specs in Steelhead
Wednesday, February 21st at Noon to 12:45 PM CST
In this free Masterclass, we will walk through the process of creating and managing digital certifications in Steelhead. Come with questions and stick around for the Q&A as we take a deep dive into this powerful feature.
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Live Demo – Move Parts, Not Paper Fast Review
Thursday, March 7th at Noon to 12:30 PM CST
Buckle up for this extremely quick tour of the plant operating platform! In this group demonstration, you will explore the many features and functionality from a high-level view with like-minded job shop owners and plant managers.
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?Powder Coating Week 2024
March 11th to the 13th at the Renaissance Orlando, Seaworld
Powder Coating Week is the event of the year for all powder coaters across North America to attend and learn about new technologies and techniques in the powder coating process. Visit booth 82 to meet the team and demo the all-in-one job shop software.
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Metal Finishing Innovator
Beringer Plating, Ohio’s go-to for Zinc Plating, Cadmium Plating, Passivation, and more, embarked on a game-changing voyage with Steelhead Technologies, redefining the landscape of customer success!
Beringer faced inefficiencies with siloed systems, leading to redundant data entry and scattered paperwork. The former ERP system fell short, lacking comprehensive integration and a centralized database for critical tasks. With Steelhead, their goals were clear:
? Eliminate Duplicate Data Entry
? Streamline Operator Training
? Save Time for Training & Quality
? Enhance Data Visibility
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Beringer Plating's deployment journey was marked by focus and growth commitment. Swiftly transitioning to Steelhead's platform during a dedicated focus week, they kickstarted a productive journey. On-site implementation was seamless, characterized by high-energy and tech-savvy adaptability. Results included:
?? Efficiency with Power Orders
?? Workboard Instructions for Operators
?? Digital Specifications for Quality Evaluations
?? Reporting & Insights for Production Efficiency
??? Digital Maintenance Management for Uptime
?? Instant Part & Info Access with Global Search
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"...Double entry is gone. There was so much time in double entry. When you add creating the cert and shipper - it was actually more like triple or quadruple entry." - Cody Weaver, Plant Manager
Beringer Plating's swift integration showcased a commitment to growth and efficiency. With Steelhead, they're poised for a future marked by technological prowess and operational excellence. Time once spent on paperwork is now invested in training and coaching, backed by real-time insights for strategic decisions.
Cheers to Beringer Plating and Steelhead Technologies for shaping the future of plating services!
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Welcome to the Team!
We have been spawning quite the team as we continue to nurture our growing list of partners. Please join us in welcoming our newest school of Steelhead professionals to the team!
Jenni Raisanen joined Steelhead as an Analytics Intern while working towards her Business Analytics degree at Michigan Technological University! She will assist our administrative team by unifying disparate data sources, performing analyses to identify and track KPIs, and coordinating data-driven internal prioritization efforts.
Lars Erkkila joined Steelhead as a Software Engineering Intern. He is currently studying Computer Science at Michigan Technological University and will work with our development team to provide job shops with a premium ERP solution.
Blake Johnson joined Steelhead as our newest Deployment Engineer, helping job shops across North America by providing a smooth transition to their new, customized Steelhead platform.
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Sounds like there's so much exciting progress and innovation in your corner! As Benjamin Franklin once said - Either write something worth reading or do something worth writing. It seems you're doing both by leading in the manufacturing sphere and keeping abreast of important cybersecurity measures. Keep it up! ??? #innovation #leadership #cybersecurity