Preparing the published article.
Preventive Maintenance Planning
Schedule by running hours, not by the calendar.
The plan
| Item | Basis | Task |
|---|---|---|
| Lubrication and gearboxes | Running hours | Grease, oil change, check for metal particles |
| Cables and dress packs | Hours and bend cycles | Visual check, scheduled replacement |
| Grippers and cups | Parts produced | Wear check and replacement |
| Safety functions | Regulation and site policy | E-stop, curtain and scanner tests |
Making it stick
- Keep the plan in the equipment register with reminders.
- Record actual data from each service to refine intervals.
- Book maintenance windows with production, not against it.