Preventive maintenance policy Nuts Packaging line D028

This report presents the results of a research project about maintenance in the food industry. An analysis is performed on the current maintenance process in the food-producing industry and the literature. The analysis showed a gap in the maintenance strategy decision tools in literature and practice. Therefore, a redesigned decision support tool is developed to help the user make a solid and thorough decision regarding a preferred maintenance strategy for the machines. A case study is performed to verify the practical appropriateness of the method.