Amper
Asset performance management software
Manufacturing execution system (MES) software
Manufacturing intelligence software
Asset management software
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What is Amper
Amper is a cloud-based manufacturing visibility and analytics platform that collects machine and production signals to monitor performance in near real time. It is used by plant managers, operations leaders, and continuous improvement teams to track OEE-related metrics, downtime, and throughput across lines and facilities. The product emphasizes rapid deployment using non-invasive connectivity options and provides dashboards and alerts for production monitoring and root-cause investigation.
Near real-time production visibility
Amper focuses on live monitoring of production status, downtime, and performance metrics that support day-to-day operations management. This helps teams identify issues during a shift rather than relying only on end-of-day or end-of-week reporting. The interface centers on operational dashboards and event timelines that support quick triage and escalation.
Fast, lightweight deployment model
The platform is designed to connect to equipment with minimal disruption, which can reduce the effort compared with heavier, multi-module enterprise deployments. This approach can be useful for manufacturers that need visibility across many machines without a long implementation cycle. It also supports incremental rollout line-by-line or site-by-site.
Downtime and OEE analytics
Amper provides structured tracking of downtime events and performance losses, aligning to common manufacturing KPIs such as availability, performance, and quality. It supports analysis by machine, line, product, and shift to help isolate recurring constraints. These capabilities align well with continuous improvement programs that need consistent KPI definitions and auditability of events.
Not a full MES replacement
Amper centers on visibility and performance analytics rather than end-to-end execution functions. Organizations needing detailed work instructions, electronic batch records, complex routing, genealogy/traceability, or deep quality workflows may require a dedicated MES alongside it. Fit depends on how much execution control versus monitoring is required.
Limited CMMS/EAM depth
While it supports asset-related insights (e.g., downtime drivers), it is not positioned as a full computerized maintenance management system or enterprise asset management suite. Companies that require robust work order management, preventive maintenance scheduling, parts inventory, and maintenance compliance workflows may need a separate CMMS/EAM. Integration effort may be necessary to connect production events to maintenance processes.
Integration and data readiness needs
Value depends on reliable machine connectivity and consistent event classification (e.g., downtime reasons) across teams and sites. Plants with heterogeneous legacy equipment or limited instrumentation may need additional hardware, configuration, or process standardization. Ongoing governance is often required to keep reason codes and KPI definitions consistent.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Asset Tracking & Intelligence Platform | $30,000 per year (annual) | Includes IoT hardware and coverage for the first 20 machines; OEE & downtime tracking, real-time alerts & dashboards, ERP integrations; "scales with your factory." (Official site states starting price and first-20-machine inclusion.) |
| Operator Production Interface (add-on) | Contact sales / Get pricing | Add-on; features: operator touchscreen interface, job progress, clock-in, real-time targets. (Official site: "Get pricing" for this module.) |
| Smart Scheduling (add-on) | Contact sales / Get pricing | Add-on; features: live machine+job status, fast setup, improved on-time delivery. (Official site: "Get pricing" for this module.) |
| Issue Management (add-on) | Contact sales / Get pricing | Add-on; capture/track/resolve issues, in-platform assignments, downtime alerts → tickets. (Official site: "Get pricing" for this module.) |
| Maintenance Management (add-on) | Contact sales / Get pricing | Add-on; usage-based preventative maintenance, task requests, real-time logs. (Official site: "Get pricing" for this module.) |
| Free pilot (time‑limited trial) | Free pilot: validate hardware on 2 machines, 2 weeks of live data | Pilot eligibility required (executive sponsorship, dedicated project owner, alignment on timeline/goals, interest in scaling to 25+ machines). (Official site: free trial page.) |
Seller details
Amper Technologies, Inc.
New York, NY, USA
2018
Private
https://www.amper.xyz/
https://x.com/amperxyz
https://www.linkedin.com/company/amper-technologies/
