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2010/July/August
Author:Raymond L. Atkins, Contributing Editor
This month, the author takes an in-depth look at why you need a planner and who it should be.
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2010/November/December
Author:Raymond L. Atkins, Contributing Editor
Effective maintenance is strongly linked to effective job plans. Pay attention to the required components. Don't skip anything.
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The Fundamentals/2008
Author:Raymond L. Atkins, CPMM, CMRP Contributing Editor
This article is the fourth in a series dealing with some of the basic “hows” of the Maintenance profession.
Ouch! Holding on to Excess, often unwanted and obsolete parts really eats into your bottom line.
A storeroom is, by definition, a...
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The Fundamentals/2008
Author:Raymond L. Atkins, CPMM, CMRP Contributing Editor
Many maintenance efforts have come up short due to ineffective scheduling.
Imagine that you are planning a trip. You select a destination and decide upon the route to take. You tune up the car, rotate the tires and send the dog over to stay at...
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The Fundamentals/2009
Author:Raymond L. Atkins, CPMM, CMRP, Contributing Editor
Going somewhere with your maintenance efforts? The journey can be much easier for you and more value-added for your operations with the right KPIs to help guide you.
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The Fundamentals/2009
Author:Raymond L. Atkins, CPMM, CMRP, Contributing Editor
Successful maintenance organizations track a number of KPIs. This article continues a discussion of some of the best ones to use.
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2007/September/October
Author:Raymond L. Atkins, CPMM, CMRP, Contributing Editor
The development of an effective lubrication procedure is the backbone of a successful, World-Class maintenance program. Once developed, this procedure can be expanded into the method by which all of the bearings in your unique process receive the...
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The Fundamentals/2009
Author:Raymond L. Atkins, CPMM, CMRP, Contributing Editor
These techniques served you well in the good times. Harness them now to survive the downturn.
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The Fundamentals/2008
Author:Raymond L. Atkins, CPMM, CMRP
If you fail to correctly determine the cause(s) of your downtime, you’re setting the stage for your next breakdown.
All maintenance professionals know the hollow feeling in the pit of the stomach that accompanies sudden and unexpected...
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Utilities Manager/2007
Author:Richard Martinez, Standard Alloys
Show me a cavitating pump and I'll show you an energy hog.
Most operating facilities in today's marketplace are aware of the effects that cavitation has on mechanical pump reliability. Reduced rotor stability, shorter bearing life and the...
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WIRELESS TEST TOOLS CAN CUT TROUBLESHOOTING TIMEBy: Fluke Corporation
The automation of more and more processes and operations in today’s factories and commercial buildings is helping to reduce energy consumption and increase safety and productivity as never before. However, automation has also added a large dose ofcomplexity for the technicians who maintain and troubleshoot the systems. Click here to learn how Fluke's CNX 3000 Wireless system can help.

New Pig’s PIG® Latching Drum Lids enable quick, easy drum access and secure closure to help meet closed container regulations. Designed to open and close easily with one hand, the Lids keep drum contents dry and pure without hassle.
Are you struggling with a high ratio of emergency (unplanned) to planned work orders, a huge backlog, a lack of sufficient resources, an inability to balance the work load, constant work interruptions, not having parts when needed, recurring failures, and much more. In these lean times, when more is expected from fewer resources, having a highly efficient maintenance program with thoughtful planning and scheduling is the key to success.
This white paper will help you reduce maintenance costs and maximize efficiency. Click here to download the White Paper.