Spare parts and downtime planning

Key Concepts

• Critical Spare Parts Identification:

• Maintain an inventory of essential components such as heating elements, fans, bearings, motors, and probes.

• Prioritize parts based on wear rate and impact on production.

• Preventive Maintenance Scheduling:

• Plan routine maintenance during low-demand periods to minimize disruption.

• Track usage hours and roasts to predict parts replacement.

• Downtime Contingency Planning:

• Develop protocols for unexpected failures, including backup equipment and temporary workflow adjustments.

• Train staff for rapid troubleshooting and part replacement.

• Vendor Relationships:

• Maintain relationships with suppliers for fast shipping and technical support.

• Keep a list of recommended vendors for critical parts.

• Documentation:

• Maintain logs of part replacements and maintenance history.

• Use data to forecast future part needs and reduce unplanned downtime.

Summary

Effective spare parts management and downtime planning ensure consistent roasting operations, reduce production losses, and support long-term roastery efficiency.

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• Key Concepts
• Train Staff
• Ensure Consistent
• Summary Effective
• Preventive Maintenance
• Roasting Operations
• Consistent Roasting