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Six Big Losses
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Six Big Losses

TPM/OEE loss framework covering breakdowns, setup and adjustment, small stops, reduced speed, process defects and startup/reduced yield.

Examples

  1. 01The Six Big Losses analysis shows that minor stops and reduced speed cause more lost output than breakdowns.
  2. 02The weekly TPM review breaks down OEE into the Six Big Losses for the two most critical lines.
  3. 03Actions on the Six Big Losses are linked to asset history, spare parts and lost production, so the largest losses get attention first.

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