Control systems are all around us. When we drive a car, take milk out of the refrigerator, or turn on the heat, we are using automatic control systems. Technicians who can troubleshoot and repair these systems are in high demand. Principles of Control Systems Control systems integrate elements whose function is to maintain a process [...]
Process Control Technicians are in high demand in industry. As automation continues to advance our capabilities, it also increases the difficulty of maintaining the system. Understanding the complex systems in […]
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID)’s Energy Policy Program has completed a capacity building program for engineers that provides training, facility assessments, maintenance and plant […]
Standardization is defined as establishing methods and procedures to improve reliability and maintainability. This can include: […]
Conduct initial maintenance in accordance with standards; revise any that need to be revised at this point. […]
Prior to starting Step 4, inspection categories such as fasteners, electrical, power transmission, hydraulics, and pneumatics must be selected. At the end of each inspection category, operators set standards in order to […]
In Step 3 of Autonomous Maintenance, overall cleaning, inspection, and lubrication standards are established. Overall cleaning and inspections include bolt torquing or tightening, minor calibration, […]
Step one in the Autonomous Maintenance (AM) process is “Initial Cleaning.” Thoroughly clean equipment and its surroundings. Expose any hidden defects by removing contaminates. Correct any defective items on equipment, tighten bolts and lubricate, and, if needed, write a work order to correct defects requiring advanced mechanical skills. Identify sources of contamination, leaking hoses, gearboxes, [...]
If you work within an industrial setting then understanding the impact of vibration on motors and pumps is likely vital to making well informed decisions. Even if you don’t directly interact with them, there are any number of decisions which have a secondary effect on maintenance and operational practices. When making such decisions, it is [...]
Autonomous Maintenance (AM) is a singular part of Total Production Maintenance (TPM). TPM principals are based around improving equipment effectiveness, autonomous maintenance, planned maintenance, training to improve operation and maintenance skills, and better work place design. […]
