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