For decades, industrial maintenance strategies largely followed one of two models: operate equipment until a failure occurs or service it according to a fixed schedule, regardless of its actual condition. While both approaches can keep operations moving, they also introduce inefficiencies. Unexpected equipment failures can lead to costly downtime and supply chain disruptions, while unnecessary scheduled maintenance may consume labor, parts, and resources before service is truly needed.
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