Our preventive maintenance procedures have earned the reputation as the best in the industry, the ones that people really use, and not just another binder that sits on a shelf.
Designed for accuracy and ease of use, our procedures are clearly written and visually-oriented to ensure accuracy and consistency of PM task performance. The level of detail is targeted specifically for your workforce to ensure maximum effectiveness.
APS designs and develops preventive maintenance procedures for all types of equipment and industrial processes to meet the precise needs of each of our clients. Our goal is to provide the the most effective procedures for your organization and your maintenance staff. We also offer a state of the art cloud-based electronic procedure system that provides continuous procedure access and positive document control.
APS can also assist with the development of an overall PM program and implementation schedule and lockout/tagout programs.
Click to view a sample Preventive Maintenance (PM) Procedure
APS develops cost-effective preventive maintenance programs and procedures that:
Prolong equipment life
Increase system and equipment reliability and availability
Reduce spare parts inventory requirements
Improve personnel and environmental safety
Our PM clients include Anheuser-Busch InBev, Novartis, ExxonMobil, Gerber Foods, Carpenter Technology, Verenium Biofuels, ConAgra Foods, Unilever, Fougera Pharmaceuticals, Nestle Nutrition, and many others. Most of our technical personnel have over 20 years of direct, hands-on experience with the operations, maintenance and management of process and manufacturing systems and equipment. APS brings this level of experience and expertise along with creativity, imagination and responsiveness to every project.
APS researches OEM technical literature and other documentation such as industry standards and Government regulations to identify required or appropriate PM tasks and task frequencies. Based on our research and good engineering judgment, APS develops equipment-specific PM procedures that include:
Specific, clearly stated action steps for the performance of each PM task
Photographs and/or graphics showing key inspection or lubrication points
Information or data to be recorded during the performance of the PM
Appropriate warnings or cautions relating to specific equipment
Acceptance criteria and action to be taken upon out of specification results
Special tools and equipment needed for PM performance
Recommended frequency of the PM
References to applicable PM source materials
Air Handling Units
Chiller Units
Condensers
Natural & Forced Draft Cooling Towers
Fire Pumps and Protection Systems
Filling and Packaging Equipment
Raw Materials Unloading and Transfer
Hot Water Generators
Heating Units & Heat Exchangers
Process Pumps & Compressors
Lighting Systems & Control
Auxiliary Power Generators
Mills
Conveying Systems
Bulk Dry Material Handling Systems
UPS Backup Batteries & Chargers
Food & Pharmaceutical Mixers
Palletizers & Stretch Wrappers
Conveyor Systems
Parking Garage Ventilation Systems
Communication & Security Systems
Hydronic Heating Systems
Fans & Blowers
HVAC Compressors
Cooling Packaged Units
Ammonia Cooling Systems
Process Mixing and Ingredient Handling
Robotic Material Handling Systems
Steam Boilers
Pasteurizing & Sterilizing Systems
Air Compressors & Air Dryers
Plumbing Equipment
Electrical Control Systems
Solar Heating Systems
Mixers & Agitators
Sanitation Systems & Equipment
Packers & Bundlers
Electrical Distribution Equipment
Food Production Kettles
Automatic Guided Vehicles
Accumulators
Sanitation Systems & Equipment
Fire Extinguishers & Safety Equipment
Automatic Garage Door/Grille Operators
Please call us at 610-987-4050 or email info@aps-online.net for more information about APS’ Preventive Maintenance Services or to schedule a site visit.