OEEoverall

OEEoverall is a metric used in manufacturing to measure the overall effectiveness of a piece of equipment or a production line. It combines three key factors: Availability, Performance, and Quality, into a single percentage. Availability refers to the amount of time a machine is actually running compared to the time it is scheduled to run. Performance accounts for the speed at which the machine is running compared to its ideal or designed speed. Quality measures the number of good parts produced versus the total number of parts produced. By multiplying these three factors together, OEEoverall provides a comprehensive view of manufacturing efficiency. A higher OEEoverall score indicates better utilization of resources and a more productive operation. Manufacturers use this metric to identify areas for improvement, set performance targets, and track progress over time. Common causes for low OEEoverall include equipment breakdowns, slow cycle times, and product defects. Analyzing the individual components of OEEoverall can help pinpoint the root causes of these issues. The goal is typically to achieve an OEEoverall score of 85% or higher, which is considered world-class.