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Predictive Maintenance in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

predictive maintenance in sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing

In the arena of pharmaceutical manufacturing – where precision is paramount, and downtime can mean millions in losses – predictive maintenance has emerged as a game-changing practice. Because product integrity and production uptime are non-negotiable, embracing predictive maintenance is no longer an option to consider – it’s essential.  Pharmaceutical manufacturers are turning to predictive maintenance…

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Using CMMS for Facilities: A Comprehensive Guide 

CMMS for facilities

When you’re responsible for large, complex facilities, or you manage multiple locations dispersed across a large geographic area, a simple oversight can lead to downtime, unexpected costs, reduced efficiency, and increased risk. This is when software for CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) can become a game-changer.   What Is CMMS Software? CMMS stands for Computerized Maintenance…

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The Benefits of Mobile Maintenance Software

technician using mobile maintenance software

In the age of smartphones and digital connectivity, maintenance management practices and outcomes must include mobility as a core premise of maintenance operations – or prepare for their facilities’ inevitable decline. Despite the increased efficiency and profits that result from adopting mobile technology in countless other industries, a recent study by Plant Engineering reveals that…

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EAM Implementation: Key Steps & Best Practices

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In today’s complex business landscape, effective asset management is critical for organizations, particularly those that rely on critical assets and infrastructure. Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) software has emerged as a vital solution, enabling businesses to optimize asset management processes and improve operational efficiency. Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) software also plays an important role in…

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How to Plan a Preventive Maintenance Inspection (+ Free Checklist)

Maintenance manager using a preventive maintenance inspection checklist

Precision and reliability are ongoing goals in the world of maintenance management, and every effort is made to manage equipment in order to increase equipment uptime and performance,  and to extend equipment lifespan. Maintenance managers must take every precaution to avoid unanticipated failures that stop production, demand expensive repairs, and increase downtime.  This article will…

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What Is Prescriptive Maintenance?

Companies across several industries rely on specialized equipment and machinery to operate at peak efficiency and performance levels. These companies require an up-to-date maintenance strategy capable of reducing rates of unexpected breakdowns that can send normal business operations to a screeching halt. Traditionally, maintenance strategies were either preventive or reactive, where equipment is maintained on…

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