Key Differences (the Delta :-) Between Process Industries &
Assembly-Based Manufacturing:

TPM was initially developed for the automotive industry, which relies on fabrication and assembly-based manufacturing. In contrast, the process industry operates with complex continuous production systems or integrated batch processes. Examples include flour mills, feed mills, oil refineries, etc... where raw materials undergo a highly integrated production flow to transform into finished goods, ready for further processing.

When implementing a TPM system in a processing facility, it is crucial to understand and account for the key differences between these industries. The most notable considerations include, but are not limited to the below chart: