Standardized Operation Guidelines for Daily Maintenance of Brick Making Equipment

Standardized Operation Guidelines for Daily Maintenance of Brick Making Equipment

To ensure the long-term stable operation of brick making equipment, reduce unexpected downtime, and extend its service life, establishing and implementing a standardized daily maintenance process is crucial. This guide aims to provide clear and easy-to-follow operational points.

I. General Maintenance Principles and Safety Prerequisites

* Prevention First: The core of daily maintenance is preventative inspection and upkeep, not post-failure repair.

* Safety First: All maintenance operations must be performed only after the equipment is completely stopped, the power source is disconnected (power off, hydraulic pressure released), and measures are taken to prevent accidental start-up.

* Scheduled and Fixed Locations: Perform maintenance according to the prescribed cycle (daily, weekly, monthly) and lubrication points, making it a habit.

II. Daily Pre-Shift and Post-Shift Maintenance (Performed by Operators)

A. Pre-Shift Inspection (10-15 minutes before startup)

* Cleaning and Visual Inspection: Clean the surface and surrounding area of the equipment to remove debris and accumulated material. Check all bolts (especially those on the molds, vibrating table, and mixing blades) for any obvious looseness.

Lubrication Point Inspection: Check the oil level at each lubrication point (oil cup, grease nipple) to ensure it is normal, and add grease as needed.

Key Component Confirmation: Check if the conveyor belt is misaligned and if its tension is appropriate; check for any residue inside the mold.

Safety Device Inspection: Confirm that the emergency stop button and protective cover are intact and effective.

B. Post-Shift Maintenance (15-20 minutes after shutdown)

Thorough Cleaning: Clean any residual material from the mixer's inner wall, the material distribution box, the mold, and the conveyor belt to prevent caking.

Post-Run Inspection: While the equipment is still warm, re-inspect key connecting bolts for any loosening caused by vibration.

Lubrication Replenishment: Perform supplementary lubrication on high-temperature or heavy-load operating parts (such as the main shaft bearing).

Record Completion: Briefly record the operating status and any problems found on the "Daily Equipment Inspection Checklist".

III. Weekly/Regular Standardized Maintenance (Performed by a mechanic or designated personnel)

Comprehensive Tightening: Systematically check and tighten the torque of all important connecting bolts (equipment feet, motor mounts, structural components).

Transmission System Adjustment: Check and adjust the tension of V-belts and chains; check the reducer lubrication level.

Hydraulic System Inspection (if applicable): Check the hydraulic oil level and quality in the tank, clean the vent holes; check for leaks at oil pipe joints.

Electrical System Inspection: Check for loose main motor terminals; clean dust from the electrical cabinet.

Consumer Parts Condition Assessment: Inspect the wear of consumable parts such as molds, mixing blades, and liners, and prepare a replacement plan.

IV. Monthly/Quarterly Deep Maintenance

Lubrication System Maintenance: Replace or filter lubricating oil and grease.

Accuracy Check and Calibration: Check the clearance and accuracy (such as coaxiality and parallelism) of key moving parts of the equipment.

Functional Testing: Test the functionality of all safety devices and alarm systems.

Comprehensive Cleaning and Corrosion Prevention: Deeply clean the equipment inside and out, and remove rust and touch up any rusty areas.

V. Maintenance Records and Anomaly Handling

Establish a Record: Create a "Maintenance Record Card" for each major piece of equipment, recording the content, date, replaced parts, and any problems found during each maintenance session.

Anomaly Handling Procedure: Any anomalies discovered during maintenance (such as abnormal wear, cracks, or sources of unusual noise) should be immediately tagged and reported for handling; concealment is strictly prohibited.

Spare Parts Management: Establish a reasonable spare parts inventory (such as seals, standard bolts, and filter elements) based on the wear cycle of vulnerable parts.

Summary: Standardization equals efficiency, persistence equals benefits. The core of standardized maintenance lies in "regular execution, traceable records, and accountability." It transforms seemingly trivial maintenance work into a manageable and traceable system engineering project. Managers need to provide necessary tools, lubricants, and training, and supervise implementation. Close cooperation between operators and maintenance workers is crucial. Through consistent daily practice, you will reap significantly reduced unexpected failures, lower maintenance costs, and a significantly extended equipment lifespan.