Predictive Maintenance

Framework

IRON LAW: Predictive > Preventive > Reactive (but each has its place)

Reactive (fix after failure): cheapest per-event, most expensive in downtime
Preventive (fix on schedule): prevents some failures, causes unnecessary maintenance
Predictive (fix based on condition): lowest total cost, requires sensor investment

Not ALL equipment justifies predictive maintenance. Apply to equipment where
unplanned downtime cost >> sensor investment cost.

Maintenance Strategy Comparison