Items Tagged with 'maintenance'

New maintenance manager brings a decade of experience to his new role at Jarrett Foods.

According to the theory of lean manufacturing, anything which does not increase value should be considered as waste or futile effort. Within this concept, eight different areas which create waste have been identified, which can be summarized with the acronym DOWNTIME.

How preventive maintenance saves food processors time and money.

The product offers real-time machine analytics to allow for proactive, automated decisions.

Food-processing equipment poses unique challenges for maintenance personnel. Wet operating conditions and wash-down requirements can require specially designed equipment to help ensure mandated sanitation compliance. 

Enhancements to food-grade lubricants, including greater water resistance and the ability to work more effectively under higher temperatures and when supporting heavier loads, are enhancing plant operations.