Analysing Effective and Ineffective Impacts of Maintenance Strategies on Electric Power Plants: A Comprehensive Approach

Tareq Ali Al Ameeri (), Mohd Nizam Ab Rahman and Norhamidi Muhamad
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Tareq Ali Al Ameeri: Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi 43600, Malaysia
Mohd Nizam Ab Rahman: Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi 43600, Malaysia
Norhamidi Muhamad: Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi 43600, Malaysia

Energies, 2023, vol. 16, issue 17, 1-11

Abstract: The maintenance strategy used in an electric power plant plays a crucial role in its overall performance and operational efficiency. An effective maintenance strategy describes the approach to exploiting various forms of maintenance (corrective, preventive, predictive, proactive, etc.) in an electric power plant. In this paper, the effective and ineffective impacts of maintenance strategies on power plants were examined. Also, the distinction between corrective, preventive, and aggressive maintenance was considered. In terms of effective impacts, a well-designed and executed maintenance strategy enhances the reliability and availability of the electric power plant by minimising unplanned downtime. It extends the lifespan of critical equipment, improves safety measures, increases energy efficiency, and contributes to long-term cost savings. However, in terms of ineffective impacts, poorly planned or executed maintenance strategies can result in increased downtime, higher repair costs, safety risks, decreased efficiency, and regulatory compliance issues. Neglecting maintenance can lead to equipment failures, reduced productivity, and potential environmental incidents.

Keywords: electric power plant; maintenance strategy; effective impact; ineffective impact (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Q Q0 Q4 Q40 Q41 Q42 Q43 Q47 Q48 Q49 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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