Shutdown steps described
This page contains an explanation for each of the shutdown countdown steps listed on the previous page. Under these headings: No. Timing – weeks to shutdown start Activity Responsibility 1 -18 wks Check for...
Equipment “Criticality” ratings – are they of value?
It is not uncommon for “criticality” ratings to be assigned to equipment, a practice which has some merit but the overall value may be questionable, as explained in this article. “Equipment criticality” is usually defined...
Designing for Reliability
In manufacturing, reliability is the product of Maintenance. But there are many factors that can limit the degree of reliability that Maintenance can deliver. One of the most significant is the inherent ability of the...
Asset Identification and Numbering
This article covers the two main plant numbering systems that together form the framework on which all maintenance programmes are based and describes the value that can be created by integrating these identification systems. These...