You're bombarded with urgent robot maintenance requests. How do you decide which one to tackle first?

Before taking any action.. STOP And assess which robot has the biggest impact to overall production. Don't look short-sighted. Don't just consider a particular process, but look more broadly, look at what impact a particular machine/robot has on the overall production flow. Moreover, see which robot will be easier to temporarily replace with human labor. It may turn out that some processes cannot be carried out manually, for example due to a dangerous working environment. Then the problem will solve itself :) Remember, It is better to walk smartly than to run stupidly !

Se o fluxo de opera??o seguir o modelo em linha, deve-se observar qual é o gargalo dessa linha juntamente com a criticidade da atividade a ser realizada para definir a prioridade.

Acho que é fundamental que o rob? seja regularmente inspecionado, testado e mantido para garantir seu funcionamento seguro e confiável. Qualquer sinal de falha ou mau funcionamento deve ser abordado imediatamente para evitar acidentes.

To prioritize urgent robot maintenance requests, first assess the impact of each issue on operations. Tackle those causing production stoppages or safety hazards first. Evaluate the severity of the problem, downtime implications, and potential financial losses. Use a scoring system to rank requests based on these factors. Also, consider dependencies; prioritize robots critical to key workflows. Communicate with stakeholders to confirm priorities. This structured approach ensures the most critical issues are addressed promptly, minimizing disruptions and maintaining operational efficiency.

First we have to check the functionality of the installed robot then validate the process limitations and impact. Now you have to verify the step wise basic program which you installed for your respective operation or process. Then you also can validate the defined functionality as per std. manual designed by robot manufacturer where every aspect and impact are highlighted.

A colabora??o entre equipes técnicas especializadas e profissionais de automa??o pode ser fundamental para enfrentar os desafios e aproveitar os benefícios da utiliza??o de rob?s em reparos complexos.

Como citado no tópico anterior, a complexidade no reparo deve ser levada em conta, uma vez que essa variável influência diretamente na aloca??o de recursos para execu??o do reparo.

I absolutely agree with this strategy. By addressing simple repairs first, the technical team can restore the functioning of the entire system at the earliest, minimizing the downtime. This approach helps balance urgency with feasibility. Skilled technicians can focus on the complex issues while less experienced staff can handle straightforward tasks and get this system to work with minimal downtime. Helps in better resources allocation.

Ensuring part availability accelerates the repair process and minimizes delays. Addressing issues where parts are readily available can expedite the repair process. On the other hand, delays in obtaining specific components for certain robots might necessitate prioritizing other maintenance tasks. Efficient inventory management and having a supply chain strategy for critical parts can greatly influence maintenance prioritization. It is important to have a rank of the durability of each part and the lead time to calculate the quantity of stock needed for each part.

Garantir pe?as de reposi??o, estabelecer parcerias confiáveis e implementar medidas preventivas podem contribuir significativamente para minimizar os tempos de inatividade e manter a eficiência operacional dos rob?s.

A gest?o de consumíveis como pe?as sobressalentes é crucial para uma manuten??o ativa, uma vez que se esse recurso n?o estiver disponível a aquisi??o ou adapta??o pode n?o ser possível ou talvez seja de forma extremamente demorada.

The approach to prioritizing repairs based on parts availability is highly practical and helps in minimizing the downtime. We should consider having robots whose parts are easily available at hand rather than having some complex robot whose parts are difficult to get. When getting a robot, onse should look for potential point of failure for the bot and how easily the replaceable part is available and also what level of expertise is needed to repair it. Consider getting robots which are simple and easy to repair. This not only reduces maintenance cost but also downtime. Also having an efficient inventory management and an excellent supply chain strategy is very crucial.

Leveraging available support resources ensures continuous maintenance progress. Sometimes, the availability of technical support can determine the order of maintenance tasks. If certain repairs require external support or specialized technicians, their availability can influence which tasks are addressed first. Prioritizing maintenance tasks that can be resolved with the current team’s expertise ensures continuous progress while waiting for external assistance. Designing different maintenance levels can also be a good strategy to better attend to your clients' needs.

Toda ferramenta de suporte é importante, seja ela o contato do fabricante, assistência técnica ou até mesmo colegas de trabalho com maior conhecimento e tempo de experiência. Tais recursos devem ser utilizados sempre que necessário para garantir uma boa disponibilidade do equipamento.

Prioritizing based on workflow disruption maintains overall productivity and prevents bottlenecks. Consider the extent to which each robot’s malfunction disrupts the workflow. Robots that are integral to the primary production line should be prioritized over those used in secondary or less critical tasks. To do that, you need to have a good understanding about your client's operation and have it well-documented and accessible to the maintenance team. Minimizing workflow disruption not only maintains productivity but also prevents bottlenecks that can cascade into larger operational issues.

In my experience, we should definitely prioritize those robots which are integral to the critical path of production or service delivery because downtime for these robots can cause cascading delays which affects the subsequent processes. By adressing these high impact robots first and efficiently allocating maintenance resources, we can prevent significant disruptions and maintain smoother operations.

Esse tópico aborda, assim como citei anteriormente, a verifica??o dos pontos de gargalo do processo. Pontos esses que tendem a ser prioridade para a tomada de decis?o.

User safety is crucial and should always be prioritized in maintenance decisions. User safety is key in deciding maintenance priorities. Any robot malfunction that poses a risk to operators or other employees should be addressed immediately. Ensuring that the working environment remains safe and compliant with safety regulations is non-negotiable. Safety concerns should always take precedence over other considerations.

Obviously none of the things we do are worth doing if they can't be done safely. I was always taught that the most important thing about the work we do in the industry we work within is safety takes priority above all. Everyone deserves to be safe at work. It's unfortunate that it's not always the case that people look out for one another or that accidents happen where they could have been prevented, but one thing is certain. The price you pay is never worth the money you or the company you work for earns.

Assess Impact: Prioritize based on the impact on operations or safety. Evaluate Urgency: Address the most time-sensitive issues first. Consider Resources: Determine available resources and required expertise. Follow Protocols: Adhere to any established priority guidelines. Communicate: Inform stakeholders of the prioritization and expected timelines. Document Decisions: Keep a record of how priorities were determined for future reference.

Beyond the immediate technical and operational factors, consider the long-term implications of each maintenance task. Look at the historical performance data of the robots to identify recurring issues that may require a more permanent solution. Additionally, consider the strategic importance of certain robots in future projects or expansions. The maintenance flow should be smooth and well planned so that the customer feels safe to scale up the project.