Why is machine maintenance important?
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Why is machine maintenance important?
When a machine breaks down due to lack of equipment maintenance, it can no longer produce the product that the company sells, leading to lost sales. By ensuring that regular machine cleaning and maintenance is carried out, you can minimize the impact of machinery and equipment failure and protect your bottom line.
What is machine maintenance?
Machine maintenance is the work that keeps mechanical assets running with minimal downtime. Machine maintenance can include regularly scheduled service, routine checks, and both scheduled and emergency repairs. It also includes replacement or realignment of parts that are worn, damaged, or misaligned.
How many types of machine maintenance are there?
There are nine types of machine maintenance. Each one has its pros and cons (except reactive maintenance, which is all cons), and can be mixed and matched with assets to create a balanced maintenance program.
What are types of routine maintenance?
Typical examples of routine maintenance include:
- Lubricating, cleaning, or adjusting machinery.
- Inspecting equipment to ensure proper operation and safety.
- Replacing parts that show deterioration.
- Checking, testing, and maintaining safety equipment, such as safety barriers, fire extinguishers, or alarm systems.
How do you maintain a machine?
Here are five top tips for large machinery maintenance:
- Stay on top of large machinery operator training.
- Add and test lubricants frequently.
- Check for signs of wear.
- Keep large machinery clean, and maintain a clean environment.
- Have a maintenance and repair schedule, and keep good records.
What are the types of servicing?
The following are common types of services.
- Knowledge. Knowledge based services such as consulting.
- Information Technology.
- Design.
- Performing Arts & Entertainment.
- Creative Services.
- Government Services.
- Non-profit Services.
- Education & Childcare.