Category: Preventive Maintenance
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How to Build an Effective Preventive Maintenance Schedule? A Step-by-Step Guide
/ read Share this article To ensure optimal performance and reduce downtime, developing an effective Preventive Maintenance (PM) schedule is essential for any organization. The process requires a strategic approach that takes into account various factors like asset criticality, maintenance history, and real-world operational conditions. By following a structured approach, companies can ensure that their…
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The Ultimate Guide to Maintenance Inspections
/ read Share this article Maintenance inspections are one of the most effective ways to reduce unplanned downtime and extend the life of equipment. They have become a must in the industrial world. By identifying potential issues early, maintenance inspections not only help prevent costly failures but also improve safety and operational efficiency. These inspections…
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Time-Based Maintenance vs. Condition-Based Maintenance
R. Tremblay / read Share this article When it comes to maintenance, companies often face the decision between time-based maintenance and Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM)—two approaches aimed at improving reliability and reducing downtime, but which one should they choose? Time-based maintenance (TBM) relies on scheduled interventions to prevent failures before they happen, typically based on fixed…
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What is Preventive Maintenance Optimization (PMO)? The Complete Guide
/ read Share this article Preventive Maintenance Optimization (PMO) is a structured approach designed to improve the effectiveness of maintenance programs. It focuses on analyzing existing tasks to prioritize those that deliver real value by directly addressing critical failure modes. The main objectives of PM Optimization are to optimize maintenance processes, reduce maintenance costs, and…
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What is Preventive Maintenance? The Complete Guide
/ read Share this article In an industrial world driven by the constant pursuit of productivity, where efficiency and uptime reign supreme, equipment performance isn’t just a priority—it’s the backbone of success. Yet, keeping machinery in top form isn’t as simple as tightening a few bolts or swapping out a filter. That’s where preventive maintenance…
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Failure modes and symptoms: the House M.D. approach to inspection and lubrication programs
/ read Share this article Whether your job is to maintain an airplane, a car or a paper machine, reliability stands as a pillar of sustainable success. The efficiency, safety, and longevity of industrial assets depend heavily on the effectiveness of maintenance strategies. However, achieving excellence in maintenance requires more than just reactive fixes and…
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Greasing the Wheels of Success: a Roadmap to Lubrication Excellence
/ read Share this article Yup, it’s 2024 already! And it goes without saying that maintaining machinery at peak performance is not just a goal but a necessity. A well-structured lubrication program stands as the linchpin for ensuring smooth, efficient, and cost-effective machinery functioning. To achieve this, organizations can follow a strategic approach, encapsulated in…
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$ 1.7M saving by revolutionizing the lubrication program!
/ read Share this article In the business world, in order to remain competitive, it’s crucial to constantly look for ways to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs. The following case study examines the experience of our client, a lumber market leader in Western Canada. One of these sawmills implemented a new lubrication program in…
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What is PM compliance and why is it important?
/ read Share this article The meaning and interpretation of Preventive Maintenance (PM) compliance can vary depending on the specific industry. In the upcoming article, when we discuss PM compliance, we are referring to the measure of how effectively preventive maintenance tasks are executed on time according to maintenance’s schedule. Additionally, when we mention PMs…
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Top 5 elements to consider for your lubrication program
/ read Share this article Why does my lubrication program need the appropriate frequencies, quantities, type of lubricants and procedure? Several studies1 and case studies have shown that approximately 80% of bearing failures are directly related to lubrication issues. Proper lubrication is indeed a critical aspect of your preventive maintenance program if you are expecting…