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Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) is a method for improving equipment efficiency and optimizing business processes. Developed in Japan in the 1970s, TPM focuses on proactive maintenance strategies to prevent breakdowns and enhance machine productivity.

TPM & Lean:

• While Lean is a philosophy for reducing waste, TPM is a structured method for minimizing downtime, speed losses, and quality defects.
• Increasing automation makes TPM crucial for maintaining operator knowledge and preventing temporary fixes instead of long-term solutions.

With growing industrial automation, TPM is gaining global interest as a key strategy for efficiency.

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Both are process improvement methods, but they have different focuses:

• Lean minimizes waste and optimizes workflow efficiency.
• Six Sigma reduces process variations and defects.

Lean originates from Toyota’s production system, while Six Sigma, developed by Motorola, aims for near-perfect quality levels. Many companies combine them into Lean Six Sigma, which eliminates waste while ensuring consistent quality, ultimately saving costs and improving performance.

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Lean increases productivity, reduces costs, improves quality, and makes operations more flexible. A focus on continuous improvement leads to sustainable results. One of Lean’s biggest advantages is its ability to eliminate waste in various forms, such as unnecessary transportation or waiting times. By constantly analyzing and adjusting processes, companies can reduce expenses while improving customer service.

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Lean utilizes methods such as 5S for workplace organization, Kaizen for continuous improvement, and Just-In-Time for efficient production. Kanban and Value Stream Mapping help optimize workflows.

• 5S involves creating a structured and clean workplace to prevent inefficiencies.
• Kaizen is based on continuous small improvements that lead to significant results.
• Just-In-Time reduces inventory costs by ensuring products are produced and delivered only when needed.

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Lean Manufacturing is a production philosophy aimed at creating more value with fewer resources by eliminating waste. By optimizing processes, efficiency and quality can be improved. Lean focuses on minimizing unnecessary resource usage and creating a more streamlined workflow. Implementing lean practices helps companies reduce costs, increase productivity, and enhance customer satisfaction.

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