Category: Metal & Wood Workshop
Level: Silver
Author: Hannah Ogahara, Weng Man, Matthew Sweet
The Impact: <p>When equipment is poorly maintained or used inefficiently, energy consumption increases and performance declines. Regular maintenance and mindful use improve efficiency and reduce unnecessary energy demand.</p>
Details
Workshops plan preventative maintenance and servicing to extend equipment life and reduce premature replacement. Where possible, individual parts or components are repaired or replaced rather than replacing whole machines.
Workshops identify energy-intensive processes and look for practical ways to reduce demand, such as improving workflow planning, reducing idle running, coordinating machine use, and selecting lower-energy methods where appropriate.
