Effective Service Management – the Key to Cost Savings
Effective service management reduces costs, unnecessary energy consumption, and optimizes machine performance. With regular machine service, small issues can be detected early and prevent major expenses.
Achieving cost savings in the industrial sector is a continuous challenge, and effective service management plays a crucial role in reducing unnecessary expenses. By focusing on preventive maintenance and optimizing the performance of the machine fleet, companies can significantly reduce their operating costs.
Example of cost savings from preventive maintenance and machine service
Below is a calculation example showing how much can be saved by reducing unnecessary energy consumption.
Cost of air leakage in a pneumatic hose with a 4 mm hole at 7 bar pressure:
- Hole size: 4 mm diameter
- Pressure: 7 bar
- Leakage flow: ~12.5 liters/second (at 7 bar)
- Operating time: 8,000 hours/year
- Energy cost: 1.5 SEK/kWh
- Compressor efficiency: 0.1 kW per produced m³ of air
Calculation
4 mm leakage ≈ 12.5 liters/second = 45 m³/hour
Annual consumption: 45 m³/hour × 8,000 hours/year = 360,000 m³/year
Energy consumption: 360,000 m³ × 0.1 kWh/m³ = 36,000 kWh/year
Cost: 36,000 kWh × 1.5 SEK/kWh = 54,000 SEK/year
Cost savings
A 4 mm hole at 7 bar pressure can cost over 50,000 SEK per year in unnecessary energy consumption.
Larger leaks result in drastically higher costs. Regular inspection and maintenance of pneumatic systems can save a significant amount of money. By investing in efficient and strategic service management, industrial companies can achieve substantial cost savings.
A simple way to prevent leaks and other defects is through ongoing maintenance performed by machine operators. This can easily be done by following a checklist.
Sign a service agreement to avoid unexpected downtime
Preventive maintenance, optimized machine performance, digitalization, training, and strategic partnerships all contribute to a more sustainable and profitable operation. A long-term focus on machine service is therefore an investment that pays off both economically and operationally.
By signing a service agreement with Axelent Engineering, you gain long-term security and stability. Our professional maintenance reduces the risk of unexpected downtime and ensures that your machine fleet is always in top condition. This can result in fewer interruptions, higher productivity, and lower costs.
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