Control systems are all around us. When we drive a car, take milk out of the refrigerator, or turn on the heat, we are using automatic control systems. Technicians who can troubleshoot and repair these systems are in high demand. Principles of Control Systems Control systems integrate elements whose function is to maintain a process [...]
We just wanted to let you know that your efforts at TTS do not go unnoticed. You’re all a necessary piece to this puzzle. We appreciate your dedication and service, and we know others do too. Celebrating anniversaries this month include: Ken Frazier – 20 years on 7/01 Adrian Swift –1 year on 7/08 Christina Clark – [...]
Process Control Technicians are in high demand in industry. As automation continues to advance our capabilities, it also increases the difficulty of maintaining the system. Understanding the complex systems in […]
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID)’s Energy Policy Program has completed a capacity building program for engineers that provides training, facility assessments, maintenance and plant […]
Constant monitoring of the autonomous maintenance program is needed or it will deteriorate just as the machines will without the program. Autonomous maintenance has become self sufficient at this point and external […]
Standardization is defined as establishing methods and procedures to improve reliability and maintainability. This can include: […]
Conduct initial maintenance in accordance with standards; revise any that need to be revised at this point. […]
Prior to starting Step 4, inspection categories such as fasteners, electrical, power transmission, hydraulics, and pneumatics must be selected. At the end of each inspection category, operators set standards in order to […]
In Step 3 of Autonomous Maintenance, overall cleaning, inspection, and lubrication standards are established. Overall cleaning and inspections include bolt torquing or tightening, minor calibration, […]
Step 2 in Autonomous Maintenance is to correct sources of dirt and grime; prevent spattering and improve accessibility of hard to clean areas, shortening the time it takes to clean and lubricate. Correct the sources […]
