The “eight threes” of equipment management”

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1 When selecting equipment, it is important to adhere to the “three principles”. When choosing equipment, GUAN LI enterprises should base their decisions on the actual needs of their production processes as well as future development requirements. They should select equipment that is technologically advanced, economically reasonable, and suitable for production. It is essential to take into account factors such as the equipment’s quality assurance, low energy consumption, safety, durability, maintainability, completeness, flexibility, environmental friendliness, and cost-effectiveness, in order to ensure efficient operation of the equipment once it is put into use and to generate favorable returns for the enterprise. 2. A “three-level network” should be established for equipment management. Enterprises should, based on their own circumstances, set up a three-level equipment management network at the corporate, workshop, and team levels, with the legal entity as the core, in order to improve the equipment management structure, clarify responsibilities, and streamline relationships. 3 In terms of equipment management approaches, \"three-comprehensive management\" should be implemented. Modern equipment management differs from traditional methods; it is comprehensive in nature and can be summarized as comprehensive management of equipment, management involving all employees, and management throughout the entire life cycle of the equipment. This approach ensures the technical performance and proper operation of the equipment, while also increasing its service life and utilization rate. 4 In terms of equipment inspection and maintenance, a \"three-strict\" management approach should be adopted. First, the inspection and maintenance plans as well as relevant procedures must be strictly followed, so that equipment inspections and maintenance are carried out in an organized and prepared manner. Second, strictly ensure the quality of spare parts. Strive to ensure both quality and cost efficiency. Third, strict attention must be paid to the quality of maintenance work and to the acceptance process upon completion of technical upgrades and maintenance tasks. For equipment maintenance and technical renovation work, specific personnel, timing, locations, quality standards, and quantities are established; these aspects are included in the economic responsibility assessment system to ensure the quality of both maintenance and technical renovations. 5 To ensure the safe operation of equipment, it is necessary to adhere to the “three persistences”. THE FIRST IS TO PERSIST IN THE SYSTEM OF OFFICIALS ON DUTY AND WORKING SIDE BY SIDE. Keep proper shift handover records, identify and address issues promptly, and avoid passing on any potential equipment problems to the next shift, thereby minimizing and preventing human errors and equipment failures. Second, adhere to the system of working with a valid license. It is necessary to intensify training and education so that operators become familiar with and master the performance, structure, as well as operation and maintenance techniques of all equipment, achieving the goal of three good practices (using the equipment properly, managing it well, and maintaining it properly) and four skills (being able to use the equipment, maintain it, inspect it, and troubleshoot faults). For precise, complex, and critical equipment, designated personnel must be assigned to operate it, with certification required for such work. Third, it is necessary to persist in strengthening the “three disciplines.” Safety, process management, labor discipline are closely linked to the proper operation and management of equipment. Therefore, it is essential to focus on on-site management aspects such as strict enforcement of the three disciplines (safety, process control, and labor discipline), energy conservation and waste reduction, as well as cleanliness and order. This includes ensuring that drainage channels are clean, that the work area is free of debris, and that equipment appears in its original condition. By persisting in establishing systems, forming habits, and creating a culture of excellence, the management of equipment in the workplace can be improved further. 6 For equipment maintenance, a \"three-level maintenance\" system should be implemented. This three-level maintenance refers to daily maintenance of the equipment, first-level maintenance (monthly), and second-level maintenance (annual). Daily maintenance is the routine task that operators carry out every day. It mainly involves thorough inspections and cleaning of all parts of the equipment by the operators before and after shifts, as well as oiling to keep the equipment lubricated and clean. If any faults occur during the shift, they must be resolved promptly, and proper records of the shift handover must be kept. Level 1 maintenance is carried out primarily by operators with the assistance of maintenance workers, involving partial disassembly and inspection of the equipment; it can generally be performed once a month. Secondary maintenance is carried out mainly by maintenance workers with the participation of operators, involving partial disassembly, inspection, and repair of the equipment; it is generally performed once a year. While carrying out level 3 maintenance, companies should also actively engage in preventive maintenance work. 7 In dealing with equipment accidents, the principle of “three no-lets-go” should be followed. GUAN LI enterprises need to gradually improve various equipment management systems, ensuring that tasks ranging from system implementation and inspections to evaluations are carried out on a regular basis, with the quality of system compliance serving as an important factor for determining rewards and punishments. Adhere to the principle of \"three no-passes\" when dealing with accidents involving ordinary equipment: do not let go until the cause of the accident is clarified, do not let go until those responsible have been educated, and do not let go until preventive measures have been taken. 8 When it comes to equipment renovation and upgrading, attention should be paid to “three issues”. GUAN LI Equipment renewal and upgrading is an essential and important part of equipment management. In equipment renewal and upgrading: First, it is necessary to focus on the key and weak links and act in accordance with one’s capabilities. Equipment renewal and upgrading should be planned comprehensively based on the actual situation of the enterprise, with priorities identified; only by focusing on the key and weak areas can significant results be achieved. Second, pay attention to combining equipment updates with equipment upgrades. Although, with the continuous advancement of technology, newly produced equipment is more advanced and efficient compared to similar equipment from the past, upgrading existing equipment offers unique advantages such as lower investment costs, shorter time requirements, faster results, as well as greater relevance and adaptability to production processes. Therefore, it is necessary to combine equipment renewal with upgrades in order to accelerate technological progress and achieve better economic benefits. Third, pay attention to combining equipment renovation with equipment repair. During equipment repair, especially major repairs, it is often necessary to disassemble the equipment. If, while repairing the equipment, necessary improvements can be made to it based on the problems that have arisen during its use as well as the actual production requirements – that is, through corrective repairs – then not only can the equipment’s performance and precision be restored, but its modernization level can also be improved, **which helps to reduce the amount of work required and achieves better results with less effort. Therefore, when modifying equipment, a scientific approach should be adopted, and efforts should be made to combine equipment repair with modification as much as possible.