premaintenance
Premaintenance refers to a proactive approach in industrial and equipment management focused on performing tasks and activities before scheduled maintenance or potential failure occurs. The primary goal is to anticipate and prevent issues, thereby minimizing unplanned downtime and extending the operational life of assets. This strategy is distinct from reactive maintenance, where repairs are made only after a breakdown, and preventive maintenance, which involves scheduled inspections and servicing at regular intervals.
The core concept of premaintenance involves continuous monitoring and analysis of equipment data. This can include
Techniques employed in premaintenance often overlap with predictive maintenance, utilizing tools like vibration analysis, thermal imaging,