In today’s highly competitive landscape, manufacturers often feel pressured to squeeze every dollar from non‑production areas such as maintenance, safety, training, housekeeping, and HR. While the goal is to do more with less, short‑sighted cost cuts can trigger the “unintended consequences” that u

Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) is expanding its training portfolio with three ISO 55000 workshops designed to equip leaders, managers, and operational professionals with a practical, risk‑based asset‑management framework. These sessions, delivered through LCE’s Life Cycle Institute, guide partici

United Airlines has unveiled a brand‑new 90,000‑sq‑ft aircraft maintenance hangar at Newark Liberty International Airport, a $35 million investment that will support its growing fleet of wide‑body aircraft—including the Boeing 787 Dreamliner and the Airbus A350‑XWB, which the airline plans to introd

In response to the newly issued ISO 55000 series—the global benchmark for asset management— the Association for Maintenance Professionals (AMP) has launched an extensive industry study aimed at uncovering current trends and forecasting future practices over the next 1–5 years. AMP is calling on 1,00

Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) across sectors such as aviation, power generation, and oil & gas can unlock higher margins, solidify market position, and deepen customer loyalty through cutting‑edge industrial asset management. Yet most OEMs still operate under legacy models that suffer

Preventive and scheduled maintenance is the backbone of heavy‑equipment reliability. Modern mining, agriculture, and construction rely on large machines that, if neglected, can halt entire operations. By investing in routine care, companies protect capital, keep crews safe, and maintain production s

Mobius Institute announced that its two latest solutions—iLearnReliability and Mobius iVibe—have been honored with the highest accolades in the Plant Engineering Product of the Year competition. The awards dinner, held in Chicago on March 31, celebrated the recipients with a gold award for iLearnRel

Maintenance managers seeking to sharpen their skills and accelerate career growth can enroll in the University of Kansas Continuing Education’s online certificate program in Maintenance Management. The curriculum is designed and delivered by Joel Levitt, a seasoned maintenance management trainer and

Lack of inventory planning, fragmented communication across departments, and underutilized technology are key barriers for manufacturers, educational and medical institutions, life sciences firms, food processors, automotive makers, and facility maintenance companies, according to a recent nine‑mont

Heavy‑lifting and earth‑moving equipment is the backbone of mining, construction and agriculture worldwide. These high‑value assets must operate at peak efficiency to meet demanding schedules while protecting operators and safeguarding investment. Preventive maintenance is therefore not optional—it

AAR, in partnership with the Greater Rockford Airport Authority (GRAA) and key state leaders, has secured an agreement to construct a new maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facility on the grounds of Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD). The 200,000‑sq‑ft hangar will operate 24 hours a d

Welding is a vital component of a plant’s maintenance strategy. Prioritizing safety ensures both personnel and equipment remain protected throughout every job. 1. Safety Is the First Objective Read every welding equipment manual before use. If a piece of machinery is unfamiliar, take the time to re

Most people agree that pursuing world‑class maintenance is a worthwhile goal, but what does it really mean and how do you know when you’ve achieved it? Like athletes chase world records measured in seconds, miles, or pounds, companies rely on ratings from Fitch, Moody’s, and S&P to gauge their perf

Day & Zimmermann has announced the award of a three‑year maintenance contract by Arizona Public Service Company (APS) to support operations at the Palo Verde Nuclear Generation Station near Phoenix. Mobilization is underway for a scheduled start in January 2015. “This is a significant contract for D

Regardless of what your company manufactures, two pillars drive product quality and customer satisfaction: disciplined work management and proactive equipment performance.The path to these pillars is rarely straight. Many firms try to control work processes and equipment without first establishing t

There are two critical ground‑testing procedures that every facility should implement. First, perform grounding checks during construction to confirm proper installation. Second, conduct routine tests to verify that the system continues to perform as designed. Accurate testing is vital—mistakes can

For many years, workplace safety was the sole responsibility of a dedicated department. Today, the same principle applies to reliability: it is no longer a niche function but a core driver of business success and sustainability. Executives are increasingly recognizing that a robust reliability st

Plant managers relentlessly pursue lower downtime and higher output. Below are evidence‑based tactics that sharpen operations without overloading staff. Train and Retrain Operating heavy equipment with unskilled hands is as risky as putting a novice in a Formula One car. Inadequate training is a sil

Modern manufacturing plants are intricate ecosystems where a single component can perform multiple roles. In some contexts, a failure may be benign, while in others it can trigger a catastrophic shutdown, costing valuable time and capital. To keep production running flawlessly, organizations must v

A recently announced 28,000‑sq‑ft service and aftermarket center will serve all U.S. maintenance and repair operations for Apex Power Tools, located near the UPS Worldport Air Freight hub in Louisville, Kentucky. The new high‑throughput facility will consolidate the company’s U.S. service centers in