Deferred maintenance – two words that can send shivers down the spines of facility managers and property owners alike. From spiraling repair costs to safety hazards and diminished property value, the repercussions of postponing maintenance can be severe. So, what exactly does deferred maintenance entail? Why is it such a pressing concern? And, most importantly, …
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Whether it’s ensuring that a manufacturing production line runs without hitches or a tractor on a farm operates efficiently, machine maintenance makes sure that the used equipment is safe and functional while minimizing the total cost of ownership. Join us as we explore the best practices for keeping your machinery in top operating condition year-round, …
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Every piece of equipment, machinery, and asset is a cog in the intricate machinery that propels a business forward. But what ensures that equipment operates at its optimum capacity, ensuring not only productivity but also safety and longevity? The answer lies in meticulous and strategic maintenance planning. In the following sections, we will define what …
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Maintaining optimal equipment performance is more crucial than ever. Enter proactive maintenance — a methodology that prioritizes preventing failures before they occur. But what exactly is proactive maintenance, and how can organizations effectively integrate it into their operations? In this article, we delve into the core principles of proactive maintenance and offer step-by-step guidance on …
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A CMMS Implementation Plan Goes Wrong! Many maintenance departments struggle with ongoing maintenance. There is so much to do and so much that never gets done! A computerized maintenance management software system aka CMMS is often seen as a magic bullet. However, even with CMMS software, you may find maintenance takes longer than planned and …
Importance Of Preventive Maintenance Preventive maintenance is a critical function of a maintenance department. The equipment and machines used for production are a manufacturing or industrial operation’s lifeblood. Equipment breakdowns due to missed maintenance means products not being made or delivered to customers. Unfortunately maintenance departments are often overworked. When there are other emergencies, preventive …
Preventive maintenance planning has a purpose! Are you using maintenance management software for your preventive maintenance planning? Most maintenance programs aka CMMS software have many reports for different purposes. They often look very good and sometimes they can be really useful! 😉 On the other hand… Do you know the health of your preventive maintenance plan?
Why Audit Your Maintenance Management Program? Did you do an audit of all your maintenance activities for the last year? Don’t look at me like that. I know it sounds rather tedious! 🙄 However, it has several benefits. It can help you identify problem areas and scope for improvement. In addition find where you are …
Is a breakdown maintenance plan even possible? How can one plan for breakdown maintenance? It is by nature very unpredictable! However, there are some things that you can do. This will make your maintenance team better in handling unplanned equipment breakdowns and other maintenance emergencies.
When equipment preventive maintenance Becomes A headache! Have a lot of equipment preventive maintenance being skipped? Is it because reactive maintenance aka breakdown maintenance is dominating your day? 😒 Want to create a good preventive maintenance plan to reduce equipment breakdowns and complaints from users and management? Here are a few preventive maintenance planning tips …
