Petro Chemicals
World-Class Reliability and Rapid Ramp-Up Through RCM and Targeted Training
World-Class Reliability in Action
How Targeted Maintenance Strategies and Robust Training Drove Sustainable Operational Excellence
- Achieved world-class reliability with RCM and asset management, becoming the North American reference site.
- Established asset care practices at a new plant, reaching full operation in 3 months.
- Trained staff in planning, scheduling, and role clarity to reduce people dependence and maintain high performance despite turnover.
In the petrochemical sector, reliability isn’t just a benchmark—it’s a powerful differentiator. One plant, eager to rise above industry standards, applied Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) and comprehensive asset management strategies to reach world-class reliability. Their efforts not only transformed daily operations but earned them the distinction of serving as the North American reference point for top-tier maintenance performance within their larger organization.
We set the standard for world-class reliability, achieving full output in just three months at a new plant.
This culture of excellence extended to new ventures as well. When the company launched a smaller plant, a meticulously designed asset care program ensured the new facility hit and maintained full operational output in just three months. This rapid ramp-up underscored the value of proactive planning, data-driven decision-making, and thorough training—factors that set the stage for long-term stability and efficiency.
Building internal capability was key to sustaining these gains. By training staff in effective planning and scheduling and clearly defining roles and responsibilities, the site became more resilient in the face of high turnover. Instead of relying on a few key individuals, the plant established process maps and standardized workflows that maintained performance consistency, no matter who was on shift. The result was a petrochemical operation that not only achieved world-class reliability but also secured a platform for continuous improvement and adaptability.
