Moving to a predictive maintenance (PdM) approach can appear complex and costly, but it does not have to be. A step-by-step strategy combined with the correct software solution can make this a simple procedure that yields tremendous rewards. However, it is critical that you do not seek to transform your whole maintenance model into a predictive maintenance operation all at once. If you're just starting, running a pilot focused on one department or work cell, especially one that consists of business-critical machinery and equipment, is crucial. Then, based on the initial trial results, you will be able to adjust your...

A decade ago, predictive maintenance was relegated to only the most advanced global enterprises. Today, advancements in cloud computing, sensor-driven technologies, and high-speed networks have made predictive maintenance accessible to everyone. Still, McKinsey notes that many organizations are faltering when it comes to implementation. Let’s discuss some of the top benefits of predictive maintenance and what’s holding companies back from reaping the benefits. What Is Predictive Maintenance and How Does It Work? Predictive maintenance uses data gathered from sensors, algorithms, and historical data to anticipate equipment failures. By analyzing past performance and trends, predictive maintenance can help you proactively schedule...

As a facility manager, you want to keep your facility running smoothly and efficiently. But to do this, you need to track performance. Facility managers must track broad-level data (such as overall facility functions) and granular data (such as individual assets). And they need to synthesize this extraordinary volume of information into actionable insights—facility management KPIs help. If you've ever been confronted by a dense spreadsheet of numbers, you know there's such a thing as too much data. Facility management KPIs are specific metrics designed to tell you how your facility is performing. These KPIs will tell you whether you're...

Maintenance key performance indicators (KPIs) are beneficial for determining ways to increase production, limit costs, and extend the service life of machines. They are frequently used to measure improvement in facility operations and may indicate ways to improve facility efficiency. By understanding these maintenance KPIs, maintenance and facility managers gain valuable information on how recent updates and future changes impact facilities and machine longevity. Today, we will discuss common maintenance KPIs, how to calculate them, the usefulness of each KPI to managers, and how LLumin's computerized maintenance management system (CMMS+) software can help improve maintenance KPIs. What Are the Most...

Computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) software can automate many aspects of your operations, especially those tasks required to improve the performance of machinery and assets. From manufacturing and industrial to healthcare and facilities, CMMS software can assist with tasks such as asset tracking, employee scheduling, predictive maintenance, and more. With so many available CMMS options, navigating the various features of different software can be challenging. Today, we will discuss the top CMMS software companies and identify important pros and cons of each to help you determine the best solution for your needs.  Top CMMS Software Companies To Consider in 2022...

Over the years, the oil and gas industries have followed consistent patterns. Oil and gas producers that limit machine failure downtime often generate increased production and success. Over time, maintenance methods within these industries have transitioned from reactive maintenance to preventive maintenance. Today we will discuss the reasoning behind this shift, the current technologies that preventive maintenance requires, and the many benefits of using LLumin’s computerized maintenance management system (CMMS+) software for preventive maintenance. Shifting to Preventive Maintenance in Oil and Gas Industries Preventive maintenance refers to the scheduled cleaning, repairing, or replacing of machine components based on machine service...

Manage your facility with ease using a cutting-edge healthcare CMMS software. In today’s competitive world, running a healthcare organization requires the intelligent management of assets and services. As far as assets are concerned, the objective is to follow guidelines to ensure an error-free operation of medical equipment in the long run with minimum downtime. In this regard, a healthcare computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) software is an ideal bet for hospitals taking a 360-degree approach to address common challenges in facility management.  Challenges in Healthcare Facility Management and Maintenance Many challenges exist in healthcare facility management, including: Poor asset trackingMulti-facility...

A computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) is a web-based application that gives industries better control over their assets, especially those critical to their operations or production processes. The software application is used to help engineers, maintenance teams, and operations managers monitor the real-time status of each machine or asset that impacts their processes and then identify and prioritize those that may lead to failure, as well as those that are approaching end-of-life based on the cost of ownership, obsolescence or other factors.  The uses and potential positive impacts a CMMS can have on an organization are endless. However, choosing the...

Deciding which computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) software to use is one of the most important tasks for running a manufacturing or industrial plant. The best CMMS software for manufacturing will allow operations to run efficiently while limiting costs, and it will do this in several ways, which include: Allow for organization-wide visibility and control. Integrate systems which will minimize inefficiencies in the supply chain, ensuring that the right supplies, labor, and resources are available exactly when needed. Quickly alert maintenance teams when machines are running abnormally. Automatically trigger actions and notifications when maintenance procedures and work orders are needed.Reduce equipment downtime and...

What is CMMS software? Like a doctor’s bag, it gives you tools that allow you to monitor and manage the health and status of your most critical assets, machinery, and infrastructure. This can include the ability to use a machine’s real-time conditions and vitals to identify and address any abnormalities that might lead to system failures. In today’s industry 4.0 environment, manufacturers are moving towards proactive maintenance—even predictive maintenance over reactive maintenance to improve machine uptime, optimize operations, and stay ahead of compliance and competition. The aim is to keep the productivity chain unbroken and mitigate future risks down the...