Opstatijden

Opstatijden is a Dutch term whose meaning is not fixed by a single definition. Depending on the domain, it typically refers to the periods during which a system, device, or process is in an active or operational state. Because "op" can imply "on" or "up" and "statijden" conveys state durations, the phrase is used in various contexts to describe active times.

In manufacturing and production planning, opstatijden denote the time span in which machines or lines are actively producing, as distinct from downtime. They are used to measure utilization, throughput, and performance against production schedules. The sum of opstatijden over a shift or batch can be compared with planned run times to assess efficiency.

In information technology and electronics, opstatijden can refer to the cumulative duration a component or system spends in the on or active state within a defined interval. This is relevant for estimating energy consumption, thermal load, and wear, as well as for scheduling and power-management strategies.

Measurement and reporting typically express opstatijden in seconds or minutes, and they are often presented alongside downtime or idle times to give a full picture of availability and reliability. The term is not standardized in international literature, and its exact scope may vary between organizations.

See also: uptime, availability, utilization, operational time, energy consumption.