Aug 19, 2024 
Amtech Electrocircuits is proud to announce the launch of its advanced AI integration, marking a transformative step in its commitment to delivering exceptional service, optimized processes and cutting-edge manufacturing solutions. This new AI-driven initiative is designed to enhance operational efficiency, reduce downtime, and uphold the highest quality standards across all facets of production.
Manufacturing Process Expert
Amtech's AI system functions as a manufacturing process expert, providing deep insights and analysis into every aspect of the production cycle. From identifying potential risks to designing efficient processes, and suggesting root causes and corrective actions, the AI integration enables rapid iterations and continuous product improvement. This ensures that every product meets the highest quality standards while streamlining the production process.
Equipment Assistant
The AI has been trained on all of Amtech's equipment, transforming it into a versatile assistant capable of optimizing, programming and troubleshooting machinery. This capability significantly enhances operational efficiency and minimizes downtime, ensuring that Amtech's production lines run smoothly and effectively at all times.
BOM Validation
During the New Product Introduction (NPI) process, Amtech's AI meticulously validates Bills of Materials (BOMs) to ensure accurate entry into the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system. This crucial step maintains the integrity and precision of the manufacturing processes from the very beginning, reducing errors and enhancing overall production quality.
Product Knowledge
Looking to the future, Amtech plans to further expand its AI capabilities by training the system on work instructions to share best practices across all products. This will enable the AI to identify potential risks and areas for improvement, driving continuous enhancement in production capabilities and ensuring consistent quality across the entire product portfolio.
Data Security
Amtech places a high priority on data security, ensuring that all data used to train the AI is sandboxed and securely stored. This robust security measure guarantees that proprietary information remains confidential and is only accessible to authorized Amtech personnel.
Customer AI Assistance
In a move to extend its commitment to customer service, Amtech is offering to assist current and potential customers in setting up their own AI solutions at no additional cost. This initiative underscores Amtech's dedication to going beyond traditional EMS services, adding significant value and reinforcing its reputation as a leader in customer support and innovation.
By codifying the collective experiences of its employees and integrating them into the AI system, Amtech ensures that lessons learned are accessible to all team members. This comprehensive knowledge base supports Amtech's mission of delivering high-quality products on time, every time.
This AI integration marks the first phase of Amtech's ambitious roadmap, which aims to deliver even greater value for both the company and its customers. As Amtech continues to innovate and expand its AI capabilities, it remains committed to setting new standards in service excellence and operational efficiency.
For more information about Amtech Electrocircuits, please visit www.buildamtech.com.
Amtech Electrocircuits is a second-generation family-owned business at the forefront of the electronics manufacturing industry, specializing in the design and production of high-quality printed circuit boards (PCBs) and integrated circuits. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, Amtech focuses on being responsive to the needs of our customers, offering a reliable and robust set of agile resources designed for a high-mix environment. The company serves a diverse clientele across the industrial/commercial, medical device, automotive aftermarket, and general electronics sectors. Headquartered just outside of Detroit in the heart of America’s manufacturing community, Amtech is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology to deliver exceptional solutions that power the devices of tomorrow. For more information, please visit buildamtech.com.
