Published Online:August 2024
Product Name:The IUP Journal of Operations Management
Product Type:Article
Product Code:IJOM040824
Author Name:Rameshwar Vij and Sandeep Singh
Availability:YES
Subject/Domain:Management
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Pages:16
The study explores how Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) principles can improve productivity, efficiency, and overall performance in Indian cycle manufacturing with reference to a specific company, Raj Cycles (India) Private Limited. TPM aims for flawless production by eliminating malfunctions, delays, and breakdowns. It identifies major productivity challenges, such as frequent equipment breakdowns causing unplanned downtime and high maintenance costs due to reactive maintenance practices. Inefficient maintenance further exacerbates these issues, increasing machine downtime and reducing productivity. By incorporating TPM methods, the study suggests strategies like autonomous maintenance, where operators perform routine tasks (e.g., lubricating, cleaning, inspecting machinery), reducing the need for specialized maintenance staff and minimizing minor breakdowns. Scheduled inspections and preventive maintenance aim to detect issues before they escalate, reducing unplanned downtime and extending equipment lifespan. The findings show that implementing TPM can enhance efficiency, reduce maintenance costs, and improve product quality, thereby boosting market competitiveness. It also highlights the challenges and best practices for TPM implementation in India, emphasizing employee training, managerial support, and continuous improvement
Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) integrates maintenance activities into daily operations, involving all employees from top management to shop-floor workers. This holistic approach helps in minimizing breakdowns and enhancing productivity