The Hidden Costs of an Idle Machine

In manufacturing, every minute counts. When a machine stops, production drops, costs climb, and delivery deadlines slip. Identifying, categorizing, and reducing those stops is one of the fastest ways to boost uptime and profitability. But before you can improve your production’s efficiency, you need to measure it. That starts with a clear understanding of the three equipment states: uptime, downtime, and idle time. Uptime, Downtime, and Idle Time Defined Uptime is the period when a machine i

Updated in oct 15, 2025

6 Proven Strategies to Reduce Machine Downtime

If you work in manufacturing, you know that downtime is more than just lost production hours. It’s lost revenue, missed deadlines, and frustrated customers. In fact, for many facilities, a single hour of unplanned downtime can cost thousands (if not millions) of dollars. Yet many teams still rely on outdated, disconnected methods to track and resolve issues as they arise.  The result? Slow responses, incomplete data, and preventable breakdowns.  In this guide, you will learn 6 proven strategie

Updated in sep 23, 2025