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Improving Availability in a Retail Laundry by TPM, 5S, and Standardized Work: An Empirical Research

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Abstract

The research aimed to develop a maintenance model for a retail laundry using TPM, 5S, and standardized work to improve availability. The literature review discusses autonomous maintenance as a key component of TPM, which aims to eliminate downtime due to machine breakdowns and involves employees in maintenance activities. The research was pre-experimental and found that the leading causes of low availability were the need for a maintenance plan, poor training, and disorganization. A pilot plan was implemented, resulting in a 7% increase in availability from 75% to 82%. The study's results support the effectiveness of the maintenance model developed. The study highlights the importance of good machinery maintenance management and organization in the laundry business.

Original languageAmerican English
Title of host publicationProceedings of the 22nd LACCEI International Multi-Conference for Engineering, Education and Technology
Subtitle of host publicationSustainable Engineering for a Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive Future at the Service of Education, Research, and Industry for a Society 5.0., LACCEI 2024
PublisherLatin American and Caribbean Consortium of Engineering Institutions
ISBN (Electronic)9786289520781
DOIs
StateIndexed - 2024
Event22nd LACCEI International Multi-Conference for Engineering, Education and Technology, LACCEI 2024 - Hybrid, San Jose, Costa Rica
Duration: 17 Jul 202419 Jul 2024

Publication series

NameProceedings of the LACCEI international Multi-conference for Engineering, Education and Technology
ISSN (Electronic)2414-6390

Conference

Conference22nd LACCEI International Multi-Conference for Engineering, Education and Technology, LACCEI 2024
Country/TerritoryCosta Rica
CityHybrid, San Jose
Period17/07/2419/07/24

Bibliographical note

Publisher Copyright:
© 2024 Latin American and Caribbean Consortium of Engineering Institutions. All rights reserved.

Keywords

  • 5S
  • Availability Rate
  • Lean Service
  • Retail Laundry Sector
  • Standardized Work
  • TPM

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