2017 Work Summary: Equipment Management (Statistics completed)

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3.jpg The equipment management work for 2017 is coming to an end, and significant progress and breakthroughs have been achieved compared to 2016, ensuring that the equipment operates in a condition of being \"good, stable, safe, and efficient\". Looking at the work done throughout the year, on the one hand, all tasks outlined in the work plan were carried out conscientiously, with efforts made to meet production needs to the greatest extent possible ； On the other hand, strive to do the work well and meticulously despite a shortage of staff. During the work in 2017, many difficulties arose, but with the strong support of the company’s leadership and colleagues, I was able to complete all the annual tasks successfully. The work summary for 2017 is as follows: In 2017, an annual contracting system for the maintenance of equipment and facilities was implemented. In addition to the tasks covered under this annual contract, there were ** maintenance projects related to equipment, including tasks related to stationary and rotating equipment, pipes and fittings, anti-corrosion and insulation measures, civil engineering structures, inspection and testing, as well as various other maintenance activities. Of these, ** were planned projects, ** were emergency projects, and ** were major maintenance projects during shutdowns. To date, the completion rate for these projects is over **%. In terms of maintenance, every effort is made to address issues promptly once they are identified. Equipment and facilities that come to a stop due to minor faults can be brought back into use in a short time. For those that are damaged, repairs are usually possible to be carried out on-site. The most common types of maintenance involve rotating equipment, packaging equipment, and valves; there are also a number of tasks related to clearing blockages in processing systems. A management ledger has been established for equipment maintenance tasks, to record and control the planning, execution, and acceptance of these tasks; at the same time, greater emphasis has been placed on the management of workload verification and approvals. In terms of safety, contractors are strictly required to comply with the safety regulations set by ** and the company; work must be carried out only with an approved work permit. For non-routine tasks such as hot work or entry into confined spaces, additional safety measures are implemented. In addition to supervisors, project managers also attend the site to oversee these operations. To date, no accidents or injuries have occurred during the maintenance activities throughout 2017. The technical upgrades and improvements mainly involved the following aspects: enhanced monitoring of the operating conditions of equipment and facilities, regular inspections to support equipment maintenance efforts and thereby address faults and potential problems at an early stage. Due to a limited number of staff, it is not yet possible to conduct inspections at all times; however, potential issues are identified through the monitoring and analysis of the equipment’s operation. In accordance with the relevant maintenance procedures and actual operating conditions, the focus of equipment and facility management has been shifted from repair to maintenance. By combining routine monitoring of the equipment, potential problems have been identified and resolved at an early stage on numerous occasions, thereby reducing downtime and increasing utilization rates. Based on the plan for the previous year, and taking into account the operational status of equipment and facilities as well as current inventory levels, a total of ** material plans have been submitted, including ** monthly material plans, ** emergency material plans, and ** plans for major repairs. This includes spare parts for equipment and facilities, materials for inspection, repair, and renovation, as well as consumables. During the use of materials, it is necessary to follow the established procedures for obtaining them, and to record in detail the materials taken, so that the usage of those materials can be traced. In line with the company’s policy of reducing inventory, spare parts are stocked in moderate quantities. As maintenance work is carried out, standard parts are recorded and documented, while non-standard parts are measured and documented as well. The task of keeping track of spare parts is one that requires time to develop effectively and continues to need improvement. Our unit has a total of * categories of special equipment, including ** pressure vessels and ** kilometers of pressure pipelines. There are ** special equipment operators**, of whom ** hold A1 certificates, ** hold A3 certificates, ** hold A8 certificates, and ** hold R1 and D1 certificates. In accordance with relevant laws and regulations, equipment inspections are carried out on a monthly basis; annual inspections are conducted on pressure vessels and pressure pipelines. Regular inspections are carried out in advance for those pressure vessels and pressure pipelines whose inspection deadlines have arrived. Newly installed pressure vessels are also inspected and registered. The **valve safety valves were subjected to annual calibration, and all burst discs were replaced. Make use of existing resources by repairing what is old, manage expenses in accordance with established guidelines, prepare a budget for the following year at the end of each year, and carry out activities based on that budget. In daily management as well, efforts are made to make use of existing resources – repairing valuable and repairable facilities and components to reduce the need for new expenditures. Used materials from previous disassemblies are utilized in maintenance and renovation projects, which helps to reduce waste and lower costs, thereby achieving energy savings and emission reductions through the reuse of existing resources. Looking back on the work of this past year, with the care and support of my leaders, and through my own continuous efforts, I have made some progress; however, there are still many shortcomings and difficulties. In terms of shortcomings, firstly, the management of equipment and facilities is not adequate enough to eliminate potential problems at an early stage. Secondly, there is some ambiguity in daily work management, preventing prompt action from being taken. Regarding the difficulties, firstly, there is a clear shortage of personnel in the branches; secondly, the capabilities of the maintenance units are limited; and finally, some materials needed for maintenance and repair cannot be supplied in a timely manner. In the year 2018, equipment management efforts will build on the achievements made this year. At the same time, weaknesses in the current work will be addressed, challenges will be overcome, and a new approach will be adopted to meet upcoming challenges. Through continuous improvement in our work, we strive to enhance the company’s equipment management capabilities and ensure its smooth operation.