Since January 2023, Fluid Service Plus has been responsible for the regular machine cleaning at Knorr-Bremse. With more than 30,500 employees and a turnover of more than 6.7 billion euros, the company is one of the major players in the transport and rail sector. Machines and systems at Knorr-Bremse are subject to very long production times in a three-shift operation, 5.5 days a week. During this time, various types of contamination can occur for a variety of reasons. Dust, tiny particles, bacteria, etc. can lead to functional impairments or even the shutdown of the machines.
Machine cleaning by Fluid Service Plus during production downtime
A production shutdown for the purpose of machine cleaning would cause significant disruptions. Fluid Service Plus conducts the machine cleaning during production downtime, allowing production to continue without interruption while maintaining a high standard of machine cleanliness. All machines are cleaned on two different Saturdays in a four-week cycle, and Fluid Service Plus provides a team of 20 employees for this purpose.
Professional machine cleaning according to predefined cleaning plans
As part of the machine cleaning at Knorr-Bremse, Fluid Service Plus prioritizes the functionality of machines and systems. Whether it’s individual machines, linked machine groups, or production lines, the use of modern technologies and innovative methods consistently prevents production downtime. The Fluid Service Plus team cleans all machines and systems thoroughly, carefully, and quickly. Predefined cleaning plans and fixed intervals ensure a smooth operation, especially in short time frames. Fluid Service Plus benefits from its years of expertise, which has already helped more than 250 customers.