Publication Date: 2024/02/12
Abstract: Mechanical manufacturing companies engaged in mass production cannot do without the cutting of raw materials for the assembly of new machines. The overall objective of this research endeavor was to identify and subsequently correct of the underlying factors responsible for the malfunction of a power hacksaw machine that had been left unused at LAHMOTECH for several years, using the Ishikawa medthod. Within the framework of the research, sequences of steps were taken to in order to successfully and permanently address the problem. An initial diagnosis was performed, followed by the implementation of the Ishikawa method to identify the root causes of the failures. A corrective action plan was then developed. As a result of the methods performed, some of the root causes identified were operator neglect of maintenance, the absence of the cooling system, exposure of the motor, etc. Corrective actions implemented included replacing the blade, adaptation of a lubricating system, and cleaning of the motor, etc. The Ishikawa diagram provided the advantage of a correct orientation to correct the non-conformities. The performance rate of the power hacksaw machine after maintenance was 83%.
Keywords: Ishikawa Method; Power Hacksaw; Corrective Maintenance, Corrective Action Process.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10649929
PDF: https://ijirst.demo4.arinfotech.co/assets/upload/files/IJISRT24FEB303.pdf
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