A robust and localized maintenance strategy is vital to ensuring the longevity and efficiency of your assets.
Because we operate across different terrains around the world, our maintenance approach is guided by global best practices localized to best serve the project at hand, including the SFG20 framework, tailored to meet the specific needs of our clients across various sectors.
For example, a maintenance strategy tailored to a MENA project would include proactive HVAC maintenance to address high-temperature conditions along with sand and dust ingress,
while a strategy tailored to a Europe-based project would prioritize insulation checks and heating system efficiency for colder climates.
SFG20 Guided Strategies Deployed Through Tailored Plans
Preventive maintenance involves scheduled inspections, cleaning, lubrication, and part replacements to maintain optimal functionality. Based on fixed intervals or usage thresholds, this strategy helps mitigate the impact of wear and tear. When needed, we also deploy Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM) as part of our preventive approach, where specific parameters such as temperature, vibration, and pressure are monitored to determine the need for maintenance. This ensures efficient resource allocation and reduces unexpected failures.
In Saudi Arabia, for instance, CBM might involve monitoring the performance of cooling systems in high-temperature industrial facilities to ensure uninterrupted operations. Similarly, in Europe, it could include regular assessments of water pumps to manage irrigation needs efficiently.
During the course of scheduled maintenance like preventive maintenance or inspections, our teams sometimes discover unoptimized arrangements or setups that could cause issues in the long term. Consequently, they intervene to correct these matters before they escalate into significant problems. For example, in Saudi Arabia, this might involve addressing improper insulation in plumbing systems to prevent pipe corrosion or leaks due to extreme temperature fluctuations.
Corrective maintenance ensures that potential risks are mitigated early, safeguarding asset performance and reducing the likelihood of costly repairs down the line.
Reactive maintenance addresses equipment after a fault has occurred. While it’s unplanned and not ideal, it’s sometimes an inevitable occurance that needs to be swiftly addressed to restore operations and minimize disruption.
For example, a sudden HVAC breakdown during peak summer months in Saudi Arabia requires immediate action to restore cooling and maintain tenant satisfaction.
Why Do Preventive and Corrective Maintenance Strategies Matter?
We heavily rely on preventive, corrective, and condition-based maintenance because they reduce operational downtime and energy needs, aligning with sustainable practices. These approaches improve asset efficiency and lifespan while ensuring the comfort of tenants and attendees.
By addressing issues proactively, we help our clients avoid the high costs and disruptions associated with reactive maintenance.
Monitor Your Facility with IFAS Dashboards
Courtesy of IFAS, all of our projects are equipped with client-customized dashboards powered by our Maximo operating system. These dashboards provide granular oversight of your facility, allowing you to monitor live data and track maintenance activities in real time. From tracking asset performance to identifying potential issues before they arise, our dashboards empower you with actionable insights to optimize facility management.