INTRODUCTION
Over USD 600 billon is spent on plant and equipment maintenance in the United States alone. According to sources, at least USD 200 billion was wasted. This is jus the tip of the iceberg. Industries are wasting 1 out of every 3 dollars spent on maintenance. Bad maintenance is responsible for equipment failures, disrupting production schedules, delays in deliveries, and poor product quality.
In today competitive marketplace, there is less tolerance for unplanned downtime. Industry is experiencing the pressure of rising costs, foreign competition, and the need to improve work force productivity. Statistics have shown that Preventive Maintenance when properly implemented can minimize equipment and system breakdowns, resulting in a major reduction in total maintenance and operating costs.
This course is a step-by-step implementation of an effective Planning and Scheduling for today’s maintenance