plant failure
[/plænt ˈfeɪljər/]
nounpl: plant failures
falha da planta / falha da instalação / avaria da fábrica
1. The breakdown or malfunction of industrial equipment, machinery, or an entire manufacturing facility that prevents normal operations
The unexpected plant failure caused a two-week production shutdown.
A falha inesperada da planta causou uma paralisação da produção de duas semanas.
2. In engineering, the inability of a system or component to perform its intended function
The plant failure was attributed to inadequate maintenance of critical equipment.
A falha da instalação foi atribuída à manutenção inadequada dos equipamentos críticos.
3. In agriculture, the failure of crops or plants to grow or survive due to disease, environmental stress, or poor conditions
The drought led to widespread plant failure in the region.
A seca levou a falha generalizada das plantas na região.
In Brazil's industrial sector, 'plant failure' is a critical concern, particularly in manufacturing hubs like São Paulo and the automotive industry. The term is used formally in technical reports and safety protocols. In the United States, this term is standard in engineering and industrial management, with strong emphasis on preventive maintenance and reliability engineering to avoid costly operational interruptions.
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