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Keep Small Manufacturing Machines on Preventive Maintenance

Small manufacturers run machines to failure because preventive maintenance isn't tracked, causing costly downtime. Track each machine's PM schedule by runtime and prompt maintenance before breakdowns.

difficulty Beginnersetup 25 minresult Machines get maintained before they fail — costly unplanned downtime drops and equipment lasts longer.
  1. 1

    Track Runtime

    Add a Webhook node logging machine hours.

  2. 2

    Compute PM Due

    Add a Code node flagging machines hitting maintenance intervals.

  3. 3

    Prompt Maintenance

    Add a Slack node scheduling PM before failure.

  4. 4

    Log Completion

    Record maintenance to reset the interval.

  5. 5

    Activate and Test

    Activate the workflow with a due test machine. Confirm the prompt fires.

Frequently asked questions

Why runtime-based PM?

Calendar-based PM mismaligns with actual use — runtime tracking catches maintenance needs when they truly arise.

Downtime cost?

Unplanned downtime on a small line halts production — preventive maintenance is far cheaper than the breakdown.

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