Unplanned downtime is among the most expensive events in any industrial or manufacturing operation. In addition to safety or environmental risks, it can cause significant financial losses. Companies using mobile robots (AGVs & AMRs) also have to deal with this issue. But what causes these downtimes, and how can they be minimized as much as possible?
 

Inefficient Maintenance as the Main Cause of Unplanned Downtime

 
Every time production stops, the bottom line suffers. However, many companies are unaware of the actual losses they incur when operations come to an unexpected halt. Studies show that 82% of companies have experienced at least one unplanned downtime event in the last three years, most of them even more.
With the increase in mobile robots in the logistics and production sectors, the risk of downtime also rises. Many companies rely on reactive maintenance strategies, where repairs are only made after equipment has failed. However, research shows that predictive and preventive methods are far more effective in maximizing the lifespan and uptime of robots and keeping operations running smoothly.
 

Common Problems of Inefficient Maintenance Processes

 
The following problems can occur more frequently due to inefficient maintenance strategies:

• Higher maintenance costs
• Lack of real-time transparency in operations
• Use of manual and paper-based data collection
• Data silos, where important information remains isolated
• And much more
   

WAKU Care: The Solution to Minimizing Unplanned Downtime

 
WAKU Care offers an effective solution for reducing unplanned downtime and optimizing maintenance processes. By using modern technologies and predictive maintenance strategies, WAKU Care helps maximize the uptime of your mobile robots and reduce costs.
 
Advantages of WAKU Care:
 
1. Real-time Monitoring and Analysis: With WAKU Care, companies can monitor the condition of their robot fleet in real time and detect potential problems early. This enables proactive maintenance measures before costly failures occur.
2. Reduction of Data Silos: WAKU Care integrates all relevant data on one platform and eliminates data silos. This allows for informed decision-making and improves overall operational transparency.
3. Improved Decision-Making: With accurate and up-to-date data, managers can make better decisions and continuously optimize maintenance strategies.
4. Minimization of Overtime and External Services: By improving internal maintenance processes and better planning, WAKU Care reduces the need for overtime and external service providers.
 

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Unplanned downtime is a costly endeavor when using mobile robots. With the right maintenance strategies and modern CMMS solutions like WAKU Care, companies can maximize uptime, reduce maintenance costs and increase overall productivity.
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