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Category: Logistics/Maint Management

Packaging: New COSIS Video from PSCC
December 17, 2021 — Army Sustainment Command’s Packaging, Storage, and Containerization Center (PSCC) has released the latest video in their Care of Supplies in Storage (COSIS) series, Module 6: Care & Remediation of Electrostatic Discharge Sensitive (ESDS) Items. Learn where to view it... MORE

Log Mgmt: AR 750-1 Is Authority for Correct MEL Calculation
December 13, 2021 — Over the last several years, the guidance on calculating Maintenance Expenditure Limits (MELs) has been unclear. Here’s the bottom line: The governing guidance for MEL computations is AR 750-1. And here's the correct calculation... MORE

Maintenance Mgmt: NSNs for Motor Pool Safety Items
October 20, 2021 — Keep these NSNs handy for safety items used in the motor pool... MORE

PS MAG 70th Anniversary: Tell Us Your PS Magazine Story
October 15, 2021 — This past June, PS Magazine began celebrating 70 years of bringing maintenance, logistics and readiness information to Warfighters—and the civilians who support them—as well as to non-military fans the world over. We’re inviting you to submit your “PS Magazine story” to appear on our 70th Anniversary Blog and, in select instances, on our Facebook and Twitter feeds... MORE

FedMall—Oct 12 Deadline to Keep Accounts Active
October 7, 2021 — There’s an Oct 12 deadline to ensure folks keep their FedMall accounts active. The FedMall website will be moving to a new platform and DLA needs to ensure users’ log-on info is up-to-date and activated before this migration... MORE

Logistics Management: AMPS Is the Gateway to DLA
September 24, 2021 — The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Account Management and Provisioning System (AMPS) allows requests for access to DLA business applications. After the request is submitted, AMPS allows users to track the request and receive a notification when access is granted. Read how to access AMPS and what it offers users... MORE

Maintenance Mgmt: Ground Guiding is Serious Business
September 20, 2021 — Army equipment is often large and awkward to move. Safely maneuvering large equipment, especially in tight spaces, requires properly trained and positioned ground guides. Learn more here... MORE

Maintenance Mgmt: Leaders Teach & Train PMCS
September 20, 2021 — Listen up! The next time a vehicle goes into the shop with an apparent low tire psi, ask the operator if they have a tire gauge. Then ask them how to check the tire’s psi. You might be surprised to find out what they don't know, or are just embarrassed to ask. Rather than get angry or shrug your shoulders, such a confession is the perfect opportunity to teach and train. ... MORE

Maintenance Mgmt: The Cold Reality about PMCS
September 20, 2021 — Army equipment gets used in some of the worst conditions imaginable. It’s common sense that equipment works “best” when operated daily, weekly and on a monthly basis. ... MORE

PS Magazine Posters: Help Spread the Word
September 8, 2021 — The Nov 2019 PS Magazine was its last 64-page, cartoon-illustrated issue. Taking its place is this website, and we need your help to promote it. Attached are two versions of a poster you can print out and put in day rooms, motor pools, etc... MORE

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