It is becoming increasingly evident that the lack of world-class support from the maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) stores is having a significant and detrimental effect on maintenance reliability programs. Fill rates (i.e., availability of needed parts from stores) average less than 75 percent. This means the availability factor of parts needed is not reliable. A reliable plant requires all functions in maintenance’s lean reliability programs to be reliable. Since availability of parts needed is a component of the reliability program, an unreliable MRO storeroom becomes detrimental to reliability goals.
Combining high quality materials, creativity, & industry expertise, FIPA recently solved a client’s conundrum by delivering a custom material handling solution that quickly, effectively, & precisely picks & places extremely thin magnetic coded disks in an automated testing system
Oven and dryer OEMs can benefit significantly by teaming with suppliers to specify infrared elements
Infrared heating technology has become prevalent among industrial ovens, dryers and heaters used by a multitude of industries ranging from metalworking, thermoforming and printing, to the manufacture of adhesives or pulp and paper.
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Sourcing replacement parts from tool & die makers or machine shops can be much more efficient than relying on equipment OEMs
Those who've had a production line go down due to a lack of spare parts know how frustrating it can be to rely solely on equipment OEMs for replacement tools.
Enterprise Asset Management emphasizes the importance of ensuring the right work is done - by the right people - with the right parts - at the right time. An effective MRO Inventory Management
The Spectroline® OLK-444 Industrial Leak Detection Kit is a powerful kit that pinpoints leaks in any size oil-based fluid system. It quickly and accurately locates leaks in hydraulic systems, compressors, engines, gearboxes and fuel systems, preventing expensive equipment breakdowns and potential environmental problems.
Large maintenance, repair and overhaul jobs (MRO) can be significantly improved in terms of safety, cost, downtime and quality by applying lean thinking.1 At Luminant, we applied lean thinking to our power plants, mines, construction and rail operations, along with our supply chain.
Emerson Process Management has introduced the Fisher Z500 line of metal-seated ball valves to its severe service portfolio. Fisher® Z500 ball valves provide tight shutoff for improved process efficiency and uptime.
DRONCO joins Osborn as members of the Jason Finishing Group; Deal broadens Jason Finishing Group’s position as the complete manufacturer of surface treatment solutions and finishing tools
Having the right part in storage when you need one to execute a repair is always a concern for maintenance. Why store items if you continually have to purchase those items when you need them? ...
Gems Sensors & Controls (Gems), an ISO9001:2008 and ISO13485 certified leading supplier of standard and custom liquid level, flow and pressure switches, miniature solenoid valves, and preassembled fluidic systems, today announced its complete range of RotorFlow® sensors, now available for immediate online order as standard catalog product.
New initiative will be critical in helping to develop standards and deliver safety and consistency in additive manufacturing - industry collaboration is the driver for sustainable growth in new manufacturing technology.
The Spectroline® OLK-444 Industrial Leak Detection Kit is a powerful kit that pinpoints leaks in any size oil-based fluid system. It quickly and accurately locates leaks in hydraulic systems, compressors, engines, gearboxes and fuel systems, preventing expensive equipment breakdowns and potential environmental problems.