Measuring reliability
In an industrial setting, reliability is the “product” of Maintenance, so its very important that it be measured. Maintenance is expensive, and you should know what it is buying you. There are many ways to...
Measuring Maintenance performance – the hazards in KPI’s
This article explores the ways that Maintenance performance can be measured. Many of the principles covered apply to both institutional and industrial maintenance, and the differences are explained. Topics include: – Guiding principles for...
Managing tools and supplies
Tools Nothing moves a job along faster, and to a high quality standard, than having ready access to the right tools. They are the last links in the maintenance chain that connect your tradespeople to...
Managing major plant shutdowns
Major maintenance shutdowns can be very stressful for both Maintenance and Operating people, but with careful planning and attention to details, they can also be very rewarding. As with non-shutdown maintenance, the single biggest...