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Maintenance plan for tools and dies

Systematic inspection extends the tool's lifespan and prevents production shutdowns

Tools and moulds wear gradually during production, and systematic maintenance is cheaper than an unexpected production stop. Use the plan to distribute inspections on a daily, weekly and periodic basis, so wear is discovered before it becomes defects in the items.

§Daily inspection (operator)

  • 01Visual inspection of the tool's functional surfaces for damage
  • 02Inspection that ejectors and sliders move freely
  • 03Cleaning for chips, plastic debris and dirt after driving is complete

§Weekly inspection.

  • 01Lubrication of sliding parts according to lubrication plan
  • 02Inspection of cooling channels for clogging or leaks
  • 03Inspection of gap and burr formation on punching die

§Periodic inspection (at agreed intervals or per item count)

  • 01Measurement control and product quality
  • 02Inspection of hardness and surface coating on wear parts
  • 03Replacement or regrinding of punches dies and form reducers.
IntervalAssignmentResponsibleLast performed
DailyVisual inspection and cleaningOperator
Weekly.Lubrication and checking of cooling channelsOperator/technician
PeriodicMeasurement control and replacement of wearing partsToolmaker