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Nurturing Lean Leaders for Business Sustainment and Retention

Nurturing and retaining trained Lean manufacturing leaders requires a comprehensive approach that includes career development, recognition, a positive work environment, supportive leadership, work-life balance, a sense of purpose, and a strong organizational culture. By focusing on these areas, organizations can create an environment where Lean leaders feel valued, challenged, and motivated to stay and grow within the company.

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Asset Data Configuration – A Journey from Concept to Value Extraction (Part 1: Structuring an Asset Register)

An asset register that is structured correctly and inserted to a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) provides the basis for an effective asset data solution. An approach is provided in this article to structuring an asset register and determining asset criticality within a Facilities department which recognizes the importance of each site in relation to the overall mission of the estate.

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Navigating the AI Frontier: Balancing Innovation and Caution in Maintenance

Today, as we navigate the AI frontier in maintenance, we face challenges on a grander scale. The potential for AI to revolutionize maintenance practices is immense — from predictive maintenance that anticipates equipment failures before they occur, to AI-assisted diagnostics that can rapidly identify complex issues. Yet, with this great potential comes great responsibility.

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Get Mechanical Seals Working Properly

Get mechanical seals working properly. Mechanical seals are used to keep the bulk contents of rotating equipment such as pumps and compressors from escaping. They do this by sealing the shaft that protrudes from the casing. They require quality installation and operation conditions for a long life. Keywords: precision assembly, barrier fluid, stationary seal, rotary seal, alignment.

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Shifting Maintenance Perspectives from a Cost Center to a Critical Business Asset

The key to shifting perception of maintenance lies in harnessing data to showcase the benefits of a proactive, data-driven maintenance strategy. By leveraging data, maintenance teams can effectively demonstrate their value and position themselves as indispensable contributors to organizational success.

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