Greetings everyone, I have accumulated 11 years of experience as a maintenance engineer, with 8 of those years spent in the power industry. Recently, I transitioned to working in the maintenance department of an entertainment venue. Here, we handle a wide array of intricate equipment responsible for moving people and scenery pieces swiftly and efficiently. Despite the importance of maintenance, the organization was lacking in structure. Most individuals were only familiar with CMMSs, and the use of an Excel file to manage work and spares proved to be insufficient given the complexity of our operations. In an effort to streamline our maintenance practices, I introduced the concept of preventative and predictive maintenance to my colleagues. By implementing a simple CMMS, we have seen significant improvements and measurable results over the past year. However, I encountered challenges when attempting to direct my coworkers to relevant forums for further guidance. Many of these forums catered to power-users, making beginners feel isolated and out of place. It's interesting to note that there is a gap in the maintenance community for industries such as entertainment venues, diving centers, and member clubs, which also rely heavily on maintenance practices. Is there a need for a beginner-friendly maintenance forum that caters to a wider range of industries beyond the traditional sectors?
Welcome to the PdM beginner subforum located on this platform.
When developing a Critical Equipment List for the food industry, it can be challenging to determine the appropriate criteria to use. Is there a recommended flow or risk assessment diagram that is widely accepted as best practice? And how does this align with GFSI standards? Let's explore the considerations for establishing criteria for critical equipment in food manufacturing.
When faced with basic answers, one effective approach is to conduct Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) or Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) and apply RCM logic along with a flow chart diagram for criticality analysis. This methodology is detailed in the RCMII book. How quickly do you anticipate completing your RCM analysis? Have you established personalized risk criteria tailored to your food facility? If utilizing a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), what level of criticality will you designate for your equipment within the CMMS platform?
Are you confident that, despite starting with basic answers, your own analytical method will produce unique and valuable insights? What percentage of your equipment do you consider to be crucial for success?
Lynn, I apologize for not providing the answer you are looking for. While I do not have a flow chart on hand, I will make another attempt to assist you. Risks are present in all industries, typically in areas such as health, safety, the environment, production loss, and asset loss. It is important for you to identify these risks, considering both the probability of failure and its consequences. To better understand your situation, we require a process flow diagram detailing equipment setup and capacities. Additionally, clarity on your operational approach, equipment utilization levels, start/stop processes, standby usage ratios, and stores item service levels is needed. Documenting failures helps us estimate frequencies and determine the severity of consequences. Creating a risk matrix can aid in categorizing equipment failures based on their criticality levels. Alternatively, utilizing a Reliability Block Diagram (RBD) and simulation model can also provide insights, generating a criticality ranking as a natural result. By understanding these complexities, it becomes clear that a simple flow chart may not be the most suitable solution.
Absolutely agree with you! There's definitely a gap that needs to be addressed. While the traditional sectors are over-represented, niche sectors struggle to find resources that cater specifically to their unique sets of maintenance challenges. Having beginner-friendly forums for these industries would not only provide them with tailored advice but could also potentially foster cross-industry collaboration and innovation. Who knows, it might even lead to the development of new maintenance techniques that can be transferred across sectors. So yes, there's a definitive need for such focused, novice-friendly forums!
Absolutely agree with you that the need for a beginner-friendly maintenance forum spanning multiple industries is dire. The maintenance challenges you all face in the entertainment sector are unique yet crucial. Such a platform could truly democratize knowledge sharing and encourage more individuals to contribute their insights for better operations. Moreover, it'd be an excellent resource to learn from unique upkeep endeavors across sectors. I've often found that solutions from one niche can be adapted to resolve challenges elsewhere. Truly, maintenance is a universe where industries can cross-pollinate ideas for mutual benefits.
I totally agree with your sentiments. The maintenance community definitely needs more inclusive and beginner-friendly forums. Since maintenance practices can vary widely between industries, a forum that caters to a diverse array of fields could drive innovation and lead to better cross-industry standards. Often, we find that professionals in less traditional sectors, such as the entertainment industry, have developed unique and efficient methodologies of their own, and sharing such innovations could be beneficial to the entire community, not just beginners. On a side note, your initiation of preventative and predictive maintenance methods at your operation deserves commendation and perfectly highlights the positive impact such a forum could have.
I absolutely agree with your sentiment. I believe there's a serious need for a more beginner-friendly maintenance forum. Many industries outside of the traditional ones such as manufacturing or power-generation rely heavily on maintenance, yet there is no suitable platform to share information and discuss matters on this subject. Judging by your experience in both these contrasting industries, you could initiate a forum targeting maintenance practices in diverse industries, starting from entertainment venues to member clubs. With your guidance and expertise, it could potentially be a helpful web-based platform for those who are new to maintenance practices, and even those with a decent amount of experience in less conventional sectors. Just a thought!
Absolutely, there’s definitely a need for a beginner-friendly maintenance forum that includes diverse industries like entertainment venues! Often, the focus on conventional sectors overlooks unique challenges found in others, and starting a dialogue where maintenance personnel from various fields can share their experiences would be invaluable. It would help newcomers feel more included and provide insights tailored to the complexities of their specific environments. Maybe you could consider starting one or collaborating with others to create a space that offers resources for all skill levels!
Absolutely, I agree with your observation! It seems like there's a huge opportunity for a beginner-friendly forum specifically tailored to the unique challenges faced in less conventional fields like entertainment venues. Such a space could share best practices, tips, and industry-specific advice, which could really help newcomers feel more supported and less overwhelmed. Plus, opening up discussions to a broader audience could lead to innovative solutions that we might not see in the more traditional maintenance forums. I'd love to see this community grow and become a go-to resource for those in niche industries!
✅ Work Order Management
✅ Asset Tracking
✅ Preventive Maintenance
✅ Inspection Report
We have received your information. We will share Schedule Demo details on your Mail Id.
Answer: - There is a gap in the maintenance community for industries such as entertainment venues, diving centers, and member clubs, which also rely heavily on maintenance practices. Traditional forums cater more to power-users, making beginners feel isolated and out of place. A beginner-friendly forum would provide guidance and support tailored to individuals new to maintenance practices in diverse industries.
Answer: - Implementing preventative and predictive maintenance can lead to significant improvements and measurable results in maintenance operations. It helps in avoiding unexpected breakdowns, reducing downtime, extending equipment lifespan, and optimizing maintenance schedules. By introducing these concepts, maintenance practices can become more efficient and effective.
Answer: - A simple Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) can help in organizing and managing maintenance tasks, work orders, and spare parts more efficiently. It provides a centralized platform for tracking maintenance activities, scheduling preventive maintenance tasks, managing inventory, and generating reports. By using a CMMS, maintenance departments can streamline their operations and improve overall maintenance performance.
Join hundreds of satisfied customers who have transformed their maintenance processes.
Sign up today and start optimizing your workflow.