I got this email the other day. Does anyone have any suggestions?

quote:

I am in the process of constructing a new beverage manufacturing facility. This is a greenfield operation, so we are starting with a field of dirt and ending with a multi-line production and distribution facility. Having a clean sheet to start with, what would be the best program to implement now, while I am still in the design phase, for both the building and equipment?

Terry O

While still in the design stage, how about do facility reliability modelling to get the facility overall availability & to procure equipment based on specified reliability? This is then followed by a proper maintenance planning/development program to sustain the facility's inherent reliability & availability.

Terry,

This is a great opportunity to
1. Design a configuration that meets the Plant availability at optimum Capital cost
2. Design/select reliable equipment
3. Build a database of drawings and documentation and ensure easy access
4. Select a CMMS/ERM that meets the size/complexity requirements
5. Develop a risk-based maintenance strategy
6. Develop a maintenance program and install in CMMS, before commissioning of Plant
7. Develop an inventory strategy and plan
8. Evaluate competence standards and training requirements at least 6-12 months prior to startup
9. Develop a recruitment and retention plan
10. Align the accounting system to maintemnance needs

All easier said than done, but there is a way. The details can be discussed off line if your correspondent is interested. Suffice to say, that it can be and has been done

Is this what people call "Design, Procure, Construct, Operate and Maintain for Reliability"?

Josh,

I dont know; you have ask the 'people' who coined the term.