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Andon Response

Evolving How Teams Request Assistance in Modern Manufacturing

In a typical manufacturing plant, team members “call for” assistance
hundreds of times each day—whether to alert a supervisor, request maintenance
support, or ask for additional parts to avoid production delays. These requests are critical
to keep operations running smoothly, yet they’re often delayed or missed
due to outdated and inefficient communication methods. 

 The Problem with
Traditional “Call For” Methods 

 Historically, these urgent requests have been communicated using: 

ANDON
CALL STATIONS

STACK

LIGHTS

PULL
CHORDS

RADIO

DEVICES

SHOUTING

 While these tools have served their purpose, they are limited by: 

Proximity
Only team member nearby
can see or hear the request 

Noise
Audible alerts add to
an already loud environment 

Open-Loop

Communication

There’s no guarantee that

the message is received-or

acted upon

As a result, valuable time is lost. Independent studies conducted by
world-class manufacturers have shown that average response times to these requests
can take up to three minutes per event. 

 Faster Response,
Greater Accountability  

SQUEAKS introduces a modern, closed-loop communication system
that significantly reduces response times and ensures that no request goes
unanswered. These same studies found that using SQUEAKS cuts the average response
time in half—from three minutes to just 90 seconds—directly impacting
productivity and the bottom line. 

SQUEAKS improves communication by: 

Digitizing “call for” messages:

 

Team members can request help directly from a smart watch or mobile device.

Ensuring follow-through:

 

If a request isn’t acknowledged within a set time, SQUEAKS automatically escalates

Targeting the right person:

 

Alerts are sent to the appropriate individual or team, eliminating unnecessary noise and

confusion

Tracking performance:

All actions are recorded,
providing a 
digital audit trail
and workflow reports 
that
drive accountability

01

Seamless Integration with
Legacy Systems 

Rather than replacing your existing systems, SQUEAKS acts as a layer on top,
extending the visibility of legacy devices like stack lights and call stations to desktops
and mobile devices, bridging the gap between traditional and modern operations.
As your digital journey progresses, you can unlock more capabilities
within the SQUEAKS platform—at your own pace.
All without disrupting your existing workflows. 

02

Visibility from the Line
to Leadership  

SQUEAKS makes communication visual and accessible—alerts are not only
sent to wearables and mobile devices but are also displayed on digital production
boards and ANDON screens. This provides real-time awareness of open
“call for” actions across the plant, ensuring nothing
slips through the cracks.  

03

A Smarter Way to
Stay Connected 

SQUEAKS helps manufacturers close the communication loop,
improve responsiveness, and empower team members at every level. By turning
every “call for” action into a digitally managed event—with ownership, escalation, and tracking—SQUEAKS transforms the way teams collaborate on the floor. 

The Result?

Better communication, faster resolution, and a more efficient, productive workforce.

How To
Get Started:

Your time is valuable, so we only ask for 15 minutes…

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Book a 15 Minute Discovery Call

Schedule a Demo

Get Started in Your Plant

Know Sooner. Act Faster.

Contact Us Today.

Office: 502.423.0999
Toll Free (USA/Canada): 1.800.407.0458
International: 1.813.882.5809

8016 Vine Crest Avenue
Louisville, KY 40222

 

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