OEE calculation including planned downtime

In today’s industrial context, maximizing equipment efficiency is crucial to staying competitive. Calculation of OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), including planned downtime, is a key indicator for measuring production line performance. Planned downtime, although often overlooked, has a direct impact on yield. Accurate understanding and effective management of these downtimes are essential to optimize productivity.

Several factors can affect OEE, including unplanned breakdowns, series changes or poorly synchronized preventive maintenance. These factors not only reduce machine availability, but also increase the costs associated with interrupted production. Errors in downtime planning can lead to erroneous OEE estimates, compromising strategic production and investment decisions.

To overcome these challenges, a structured approach is essential. Real-time data analysis and the use of continuous improvement tools, such as those offered by TeepTrak, help to identify and reduce losses. Digitizing the shop floor, with solutions such as multi-line visibility and stop analysis, improves the accuracy of OEE measurements and cuts through the organizational barriers that can sabotage productivity.

For example, an automotive parts manufacturing plant implemented a TeepTrak OEE tracking solution to analyze its downtime. Thanks to real-time data integration and improved planning, it was able to reduce its inefficient planned downtime by 20%. This change led to an overall improvement in OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) and optimized effective production time.

In conclusion, to significantly improve the efficiency of your operations, it’s essential to rethink the way you manage planned downtime in the OEE calculation. Start by identifying the main sources of loss, and consider implementing real-time tracking tools like TeepTrak ‘s PerfTrak OPC UA. Not only will this facilitate process optimization, it will also strengthen your competitive position in the market.

FAQ

Question 1: How do planned shutdowns affect OEE?

Planned downtime is included in the OEE calculation because it reduces effective availability. Ineffective management can lead to incorrect estimates of equipment performance.

Question 2: Where do I start to optimize my OEE?

Start by analyzing your production data in real time and identifying the main sources of loss. Adopt tools like TeepTrak’s for precise management and measurement.

Question 3: What are the benefits of optimizing the OEE?

Improved OEE means higher productivity, lower production costs and greater responsiveness to market demands.