Defining the responsibility for getting the right parts, supplies and tools to the right place at the right time.
What parts should be in your maintenance Stores and why?
Somewhere between no spares and way too many spares there is a logical optimum. This article describes a process to find this optimum.
Asset identification and numbering
The system for identification and numbering of plant equipment should be integrated with the system for identification of spare parts.
FindIt – a simple and fast way to find parts
Using standard database software, FindIt addresses common search problems.
A comprehensive business process for managing parts and assemblies that require repair prior to return to stock.
Recommendations for managing those special components each of which requires a unique tracking process.
How to reduce Stores inventory.
Without reducing reliability – a recommendation.
Reducing the risk of unspared critical components
The “3 P’s” – prevent, predict and prepare. An introduction to Reliability Centered Maintenance principles.
Tools are the last link between your tradespeople and your equipment but are often badly neglected. This article covers a recommended process for disciplined tool management.
The “Zero-stock” catalog and its power.
The importance of recording and managing components which are not economical to keep in stock.
How to develop spare parts lists which can become the single most valuable source of maintenance information.