RAM analysis helps cut turbine-generator systems costs
- Delta Tech. Systems, Cobourg, Ontario (CA)
- Ontario Hydro, Tiverton, Ontario (CA)
Maintenance is effective when it improves equipment availability and reduces costs. Reduced costs stem from increased availability, which is the primary objective of this study. As a result, overall operating costs decrease. RAM analysis requires a logical approach to the problem through the use of techniques such as FMEA, FTA and goal trees. To illustrate the steps of this method, the authors used a simplified T-G system. This method is to rank critical components in terms of the severity of failure. On the basis of ranking, it is possible to assign the preventive maintenance tasks in order of priority. Other options are available. Examples are revised procedures, more detailed outage plans using PC-based programs and better spare parts management.
- OSTI ID:
- 6531870
- Journal Information:
- Power Engineering; (USA), Vol. 94:7; ISSN 0032-5961
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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