In: Mechanical Engineering
A machine is out of order for minor work. Define
controls
exercised in maintenance. Department required for its
maintenance.
Whenever the machine has slight wear and tear and it is not performing upto the mark it needs to be sent for maintenance whether the work is small or big. It will lead to better efficiency provided by the machine to the user. We will discuss about the controls that are being followed in the maintenance work :
Planning : Planning needs to be done initially before sending the machine for the repairing work about how much time and cost it will take to complete the given work. Better planning ensures that you will have everything being done in proper time.
Scheduling : After the planning, the machine is being sent to the respective department for the completion of work and then the scheduling of maintenance is being done as per the situation or the time permitted.
Maintenance : After the machine is reached at the point, the main work will be started and then as per the requirement of the machine and the customer, the work is being done.
Check and Deliver : The last step in the process of the maintenance is about checking the work done and that if the machine is working properly or not and after that it is being delivered to the owner and here the maintenance exercise is being completed.
The department which is required for these kind of small work is known as Equipment Maintenance Department. It helps in the maintenance of all types of mechanical equipments.