Root Cause Analysis (RCA) can be implemented in any business. As the term suggests, its aim is to get to the root cause of a problem. By knowing the root cause, the problem can be prevented or eliminated. Where is RCA useful?There are many situations where a root cause analysis can be used to solve…
We all know that servicing your equipment is an important part of any business. Especially when it comes to working at heights and with large machinery. Having a well-maintained scissor lift will prevent breakdowns and accidents which could result in serious injury. Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) It is important to make sure…
Unless you’ve been on a retreat deep in the jungle you will have heard about the recent C02shortage which almost bought the food and drink to industry, amongst others, to a standstill. The cause? Several key factories shut down for both planned and unexpected maintenance at the same time. Maintenance is a crucial task to…
What is Autonomous Maintenance? Put simply, Autonomous Maintenance allows machine operators, rather than dedicated maintenance teams, to carry out simple maintenance tasks to prevent breakdowns. The types of works they might carry out includes cleaning, inspection, lubrication and bolt tightening. These tasks, when carried out with regularity, help prevent accelerated equipment deterioration. A significant proportion…
What is predictive maintenance? As the name implies, predictive maintenance anticipates equipment problems rather than reacting to them. The aim is to predict when equipment failure might occur, and then to prevent that failure by addressing the problem immediately. Conditions in machinery can be carefully monitored in order to identify a significant change which is…
Would you dream of not giving your car its annual MOT? Treat your machines in the same way! A maintenance audit is an investment in checking that your machinery is in good working order and an opportunity to get real data to enable you to consider how best to maintain your machinery going forward. If…
7 reasons why preventative maintenance (PM) matters: PM will save you money. PM will undoubtedly save any business money in the long term. Regular maintenance will identify issues early before they become a major issue. The simple replacement of wearing parts will help prolong the life of your equipment and give you trouble free running…