A longer video that provides an in-depth introduction to RCM basics and the RCM process.
[Read more…]Reliability: Where does RCM fit in?
Everyday RCM
Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) is a time-honored, proven process that helps organizations achieve their Maintenance and Reliability goals. But, it’s often misunderstood and misapplied. In “Everyday RCM,” Nancy Regan sets forth RCM’s principles and purpose in a straightforward (and often fun!) manner using “everyday” examples. (She even gets Elvis, Batman, Chewbacca, and Vegas showgirls involved to help debunk some of RCM’s biggest misconceptions.) Enjoy!
Are RCM Principles Complex?
Eighteen years ago, at a small restaurant in Bath, England, a former head of the Royal Navy’s RCM program said something very poignant to me. It answers this question.
[Read more…]At What Point in an Asset’s Lifecycle Should RCM be Applied?
To maximize the benefits, RCM should be applied as early in the lifecycle as possible, beginning with the design stage. But, most RCM analyses are done on legacy assets – in other words – on assets that are already fielded. And many are initiated decades after the system was fielded – especially in the case of government and military equipment.
What is Reliability Centered Maintenance?
RCM is one of the most powerful maintenance and reliability improvement processes out there. The name Reliability Centered Maintenance lends itself to a process that’s used to develop proactive maintenance for an asset – and it is. But RCM can be used to formulate scores of solutions that reach far beyond maintenance.
[Read more…]How Long has RCM been Around and who Created it?
Reliability Centered Maintenance principles will be celebrating their golden anniversary soon. And you may be surprised where the process finds its roots!
[Read more…]Daffodils explain the difference between Preventive Maintenance Optimization (PMO) and RCM…
There is a big difference between Preventive Maintenance Optimization (PMO) and Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM). Daffodils are a perfect way to explain the difference.
[Read more…]Do I need any prerequisite knowledge before I learn about RCM?
No way. It helps if you have a love – or even a fondness – for equipment maintenance and reliability. But other than that, just put your thinking cap on and you’re good-to-go!
[Read more…]Are RCM, FMEA, FMECA, and CBM Independent Processes?
Do you ever mutter to yourself: “Reliability Centered Maintenance, FMEA, FMECA, and CBM? I’m so confused! Where do I even start?” If so, don’t skip this one!
[Read more…]To Achieve Your Equipment Reliability Goals, Begin at the Beginning…
Unless you live in Fantasyland, there’s no silver bullet for achieving your equipment Reliability goals. Start at the beginning, with Reliability Centered Maintenance and watch your Reliability program come to life.
[Read more…]Living the Essence of Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM)!
What is the purpose of Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM)? Why do RCM? As Reliability professionals, we are not in the business of preventing all failures. Sometimes it’s impossible to predict or prevent some Failure Modes. But that doesn’t mean we can’t do anything about it. RCM helps us figure other actions we can take to manage the consequences of failure.
[Read more…]T or F Must have Failure Data
False. Nearly all organizations do not have adequate historical data found in databases to successfully carry out an RCM analysis.
[Read more…]Should RCM Templates be used
Maybe. Great care must be taken if any kind of template of failure mode library is used to complete an RCM analysis.
[Read more…]Should RCM be Applied to all Assets?
Really? I don’t know any organization that has the time, money, and other resources to do so.
[Read more…]RCM Reduces Maintenance: True or False
RCM may reduce scheduled maintenance if (for example) the current maintenance plan is high in scheduled restoration and scheduled replacement tasks.
[Read more…]RCM is Not a Maintenance Program
RCM is a process used to identify what Preventive Maintenance or Condition Based Maintenance you need to implement so you get the Reliability you need from your equipment.
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