Spectrum Aeromed in the News
People are talking - and they’re talking about Spectrum Aeromed. See what the media are saying about us:
- FAI rent-a-jet AG´s Air Ambulance-Division Purchases Six Stretchers from Spectrum Aeromed
- Spectrum Aeromed Expands German Office Staff
- Spectrum Aeromed Hires Reno as VP, Account Representative
- Spectrum Equips PC-12 with Air Ambulance Interior for Valley Med Flight
- King Air, One Aircraft Many Missions
- Spectrum Aeromed Equipment in King Air 350 ER- Demonstration Video
- Branding Iron Inks Deal With Inc. 500 Company Spectrum Aeromed
- Spectrum Aeromed Delivers Two Air Ambulance Equipped Hawker 900XPs
- Spectrum Aeromed on List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies
- Intermountain receives first US-certified EMS interior by Spectrum Aeromed for Grand New helicopters
- Hawker Beechcraft Introduces Special Mission Demonstrator, Debuts at Paris Air Show
- Heli-Expo 2011 Spectrum-Aeromed - Rotorcraft Pro Video Interview
- Lean Breathes New Life Into Spectrum Aeromed
- Survey Shows Job Growth Across U.S. (Video)
- Mustang To The Rescue -Cessna’s Econo-Jet Turns Air Ambulance (Video)
- Spectrum Aeromed Equipment in Cessna Mustang- Demonstration (Video)
- EMS Customization Feature Article
- Spectrum outfits fleet of S-92’s for Search and Rescue
- Spectrum chosen by AgustaWestland
- Cessna teams with Spectrum Aeromed to offer medical transport Mustang
Lean Breathes New Life Into Spectrum Aeromed
Reprinted from Dakota MEP, February 2011
View posting on Dakota MEP website.
Profile :
Spectrum Aeromed is a leading designer and manufacturer of customized air medical and ambulance equipment. They work closely with air medical and transport crews to equip all types of fixed and rotor wing aircraft with highly specialized and innovative life support solutions. The company’s clients and partners include: private/VIP and charger operators, EMS and SAR operators, healthcare organizations and hospitals, royal families and heads of state, corporations and executives, government contractors and the military.
Spectrum Aeromed operates in a 15,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility located at Hector International Airport in Fargo, North Dakota.
Situation :
The company’s previous lead time for standard product was 90 to 120 days. This long lead time was a result of employees not having the correct tools or sharing tools, missing components from inventory, assemblers kitting their own assemblies, and inefficient methods of product movement.
Solution :
Dakota MEP provided Lean Manufacturing training and solutions for all production employees. Shadow boards were created and tools were removed from tool boxes and placed on pegboards or open shelves for clear visibility and easy access. More efficient tools were purchased to make assembly easier. A Kanban system was established in the inventory room to monitor and visually show the status of inventory to support the level of business. Kits for assemblies were collected ahead of time by the inventory control person to save the assembler time. Carts with wheels were purchased to be used for kits and for moving product from one area to another.
Results :
Spectrum Aeromed’s current lead time has been reduced to 30 to 45 days on standard product. This improved lead time has given Spectrum Aeromed a positive and reputable position in the air medical industry. Recently, 22 crates of life saving helicopter EMS equipment for a $2.5 million project was completed and ready for shipment to Saudi Arabia in 85 days. A short lead time is important for customers to receive their equipment as soon as possible so they can become a viable and profitable company and begin servicing the community for patient transport.
Testimonial
“We would not be doing this without the very valuable support and training that we have received through the Dakota Manufacturing Extension Partnership. Thank you for your support and assistance; it is a relationship that we truly appreciate. We are proponents of Dakota MEP and new committed disciples of LEAN!”
—Dean Atchison, President and CEO