Tag: asset management
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Implementing 5s Methods To Improve Your Production
The 5S methodology is a systematic approach to workplace organization and visual management, originating from Japanese manufacturing practices. Comprising five core principles, each beginning with the letter ‘S,’ 5S stands for Seiri (整理), Seiton (整頓), Seiso (清掃), Seiketsu (清潔), Shitsuke (躾). In English, these translate to Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain. The…
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Why You Need To Improve Your Production Reliability
When it comes to manufacturing and production, ensuring consistent production and minimal downtime is crucial. In order to guarantee this, maintenance managers need to ensure their plants, assets, and overall production operations are reliable.
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Navigating the Fine Line Between Maintenance and Repairs
In the world of manufacturing, understanding the nuanced difference between maintenance and repairs is important for seamless operations. Knowing the difference between the two seemingly similar terms can make all the difference in effective asset management, cost control, and operational efficiency in any industry. It enables organizations to adopt a proactive approach to maintenance, which…
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Why Investing in an EAM is the Best Method for Improving Reliability
Companies in every industry from manufacturing to food and beverage (and everything in between) face unique challenges based on the machinery and assets they use and the products they produce. Regardless of industry, optimal machine health and functionality are crucial factors in achieving high reliability and availability rates, which in turn ensures successful operations. Whether…