The Preventive Maintenance Analysis of Tea Processing Machinery in Small-Scale Tea Industries

Analisis Perawatan Preventif pada Mesin Pengolahan Teh Skala Industri Kecil

Authors

  • Muhammad Wildan Habibi Program Studi Teknik Mesin Fakultas sains dan Teknologi Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo
  • A’rasy Faruddin Program Studi Teknik Mesin Fakultas sains dan Teknologi Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21070/pels.v10i1.2911

Keywords:

Small-tea industry, Preventive maintenance, Tea processing machinery, Downtime reduction, Operational efficiency

Abstract

General Background Small-scale tea processing industries rely heavily on continuous machinery operation to fulfill local market demands and production targets. Specific Background Tea packaging machines often operate without structured maintenance frameworks, resulting in unexpected breakdowns, component wear, and elevated production downtime. Knowledge Gap Existing operations frequently depend on reactive corrective maintenance rather than planned preventive strategies, creating inefficiencies within small-scale production environments. Aims This study analyzes the implementation of preventive maintenance on tea processing machinery within a small-scale industry to improve machine reliability and operational smoothness. Results Field evaluations and historical data comparisons demonstrate that scheduled preventive maintenance significantly reduces breakdown frequency, decreases downtime by over fifty percent, and extends machine service life. Novelty An integrated preventive maintenance workflow tailored specifically for small-scale tea packaging machinery. Implications Adopting systematic preventive maintenance strategies optimizes operational efficiency, minimizes repair expenses, and ensures sustainable productivity for small-scale manufacturing facilities.

Key Findings Highlights

  1. Scheduled preventive maintenance significantly decreases unexpected machine failure rates and production downtime.

  2. Routine component inspections and cleaning prevent sealing defects and filter jams in tea packaging units.

  3. Structured maintenance scheduling proves more cost-effective over time compared to reactive corrective repairs.

Keywords Small-tea industry, Preventive maintenance, Tea processing machinery, Downtime reduction, Operational efficiency

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Published

2026-10-17

How to Cite

[1]
“The Preventive Maintenance Analysis of Tea Processing Machinery in Small-Scale Tea Industries: Analisis Perawatan Preventif pada Mesin Pengolahan Teh Skala Industri Kecil”, PELS, vol. 10, no. 1, pp. 788–793, Oct. 2026, doi: 10.21070/pels.v10i1.2911.