4020 – 02 – Evolution of Maintenance
For a long time, businesses didn’t pay the most attention to maintenance on their machines. If a machine broke, then workers were required to repair them fast and with little regard for safety or long-term machine performance. There was typically no plan or manual to service the machine, no regular preventive maintenance like lubrication to keep the machine running smoothly.
Maintenance is an important factor in the industry of manufacturing. Professionals, engineers, and others have made a community that focuses on maintenance. They have publications, websites, and educational curriculums that study the maintenance profession. Companies know that investing in skilled maintenance workers can improve production and subsequently profits.