Preventive Maintenance Blogs
How To Decrease Heavy Equipment Maintenance Costs
Introduction Heavy equipment is used in several industries and is commonly business-critical, meaning that when unexpected breakdowns occur, expenses can mount quickly. The costs associated with maintenance can be direct, such as emergency repairs and parts. However, costs can also be indirect, such as downtime, reduced productivity, and customer satisfaction. Understanding how to decrease heavy…
Read MorePower Plant Maintenance: A Guide for Maintenance Teams
Introduction Power plant maintenance requires a proactive maintenance strategy where more effort is put into addressing maintenance concerns well before they happen. The process requires doing more to prevent unexpected equipment breakdowns, extend asset lifespan, improve equipment performance, and reduce safety risks. The costs of not taking a proactive approach are high: loss of productivity…
Read MorePreventive Maintenance Examples: Power Plant Edition
Introduction Smooth operations and maintenance are the heart and soul of a power plant. The best of the best power plants would crumble under the weight of their power-generating capabilities if they aren’t maintained properly, and that’s an engineer’s worst nightmare. Preventative maintenance is needed for a power plant’s continued and worry-free functioning. After all,…
Read MoreHow to Cut Down Manufacturing Downtime and Improve Efficiency
Introduction Factories lose 5% to 20% of their productive capacity during downtime. [1] So, if you’re experiencing more frequent and long-lasting downtime, then you’re most likely suffering more productivity and financial losses. Plus, frequent downtime leads to increased employee psychological stress at best, or worse, you might be sued for constantly putting their lives in…
Read MorePreventive Maintenance of Construction Equipment: Best Practices
Heavy assets in the construction industry are incredibly expensive investments that require regular, preventive maintenance to maximize lifespan and performance. Unlike the break-fix or reactive maintenance approach, which addresses equipment issues after they develop, resulting in operational disruptions and hefty, unexpected repair costs, preventive maintenance is proactive; it seeks to prevent major issues before they…
Read MoreThe Best Preventive Maintenance Software: 2024 Review
This article will review the best preventive maintenance software on the market and explain why LLumin’s CMMS+ is the best among the contenders.
Read MoreMachine Failure Causes & Prevention Strategies
Machine failure is a term that refers to the failure of a machine to perform its normal functions, leading to a partial or complete loss of utility.
Read MoreWhat Is Condition-Based Monitoring?
LLumin discusses how implementing predictive maintenance can extend the lifecycle of your assets, increase ROI, and enhance sustainability.
Read MoreThe Power of Preventive Maintenance for Heavy EquipmentÂ
Recurring operational setbacks caused by equipment failure or malfunction are a significant concern in asset management. In this blog, we will outline preventive maintenance strategies specifically geared toward heavy equipment to help you substantially extend the lifespan of your machinery, enhance safety protocols, and reduce unplanned downtime. What Constitutes “Heavy Equipment”? When we talk…
Read MoreHow to Create Preventive Maintenance Checklists for Facilities
In this blog, we’ll delve into the importance of using facility preventive maintenance checklists. This serves as a powerful tool for ensuring no crucial tasks are overlooked and helping maintenance teams stay organized and focused. In addition to providing valuable insights and guidance on facility preventive maintenance, we understand the importance of practical tools that…
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