Pareto analysis and failure mode and effect analysis (FMEA) of central Melaka power distribution plant maintenance strategies

Ab Ghani, Ahmad Fuad and Basri, Ahmad Faizal and Hussin, Mohamed Saiful Firdaus and Saleman, Abdul Rafeq and Faishal, Afif (2025) Pareto analysis and failure mode and effect analysis (FMEA) of central Melaka power distribution plant maintenance strategies. Journal of Power and Energy Engineering, 13 (10). pp. 87-110. ISSN 2327-5901

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Abstract

This study explores the creation and use of a successful maintenance plan for the Melaka electricity distribution facility. The streamlining of maintenance activities is crucial because power distribution plays a crucial role in guaranteeing that consumersreceive an uninterrupted supply of electricity. The study takes a methodical approach, integrating qualitative and quantitative techniques to determine the state-of-the-art maintenance procedures, evaluate their efficacy, and suggest improvements. The study determines areas where the current maintenance regime needs to be improved by thoroughly analyzing historical maintenance data, equipment reliability, and failure patterns. The goal of the suggested maintenance plan is to improve the Melaka power distribution plant’s dependability, effectiveness, and safety. The strategy’s alignment of maintenance activities with asset criticality, operational requirements, and business objectives guarantees cost-effective maintenance practices and appropriate resource allocation. Pareto analysis has been performed to assess the criticality and the most frequent maintenance issues that arose in the plant. Failure Mode and Effect (FMEA) has been deployed in strategizing the most appropriate strategies based on severity, detectability and occurrence. The outcome of the framework proposed is to enhance plant reliability, reduce maintenance cost and improve asset lifecycle. Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) as a critical element in power distribution plant maintenance has been highlighted in the assessment in this study.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Pareto Analysis, Power Distribution Plant, FMEA, Maintenance Strategy
Divisions:	Faculty Of Mechanical Technology And Engineering
Depositing User:	Norhairol Khalid
Date Deposited:	05 Dec 2025 03:05
Last Modified:	05 Dec 2025 03:05
URI:	http://eprints.utem.edu.my/id/eprint/29178
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