Prestarts in the MEX CMMS

MEX Prestarts Out Now!

Capture all Prestarts carried out on your equipment and ensure all results are recorded. Images are captured and all readings are sent straight through to your MEX System.

Now available across MEX and all MEX Mobile apps on Android, iOS and UWP stores.

Take a look at how Prestarts work Today in our short introduction.

Frequently Asked MEX Prestarts Questions

MEX Modules

I don’t see Prestarts in my system, how do I get access to it?

You will need to be on the latest build of MEX released in June 2021 in order to be able to use the new MEX Prestarts.

Once you have upgraded to the latest build, you will need to add the module for access through your Side Modules. To do this:

Click the Hamburger menu to the top right-hand side of the screen
Click Options in the resulting menu
Click the Side Modules Tab
Select Prestarts in All Side Modules and click the -> button to add it to your current Side Modules
Restart MEX and Prestarts will now appear in your Main Menu’s side modules

Here is a tech tip detailing these steps: Add Prestarts to the MEX Main Menu

Do Prestarts work hand in hand with MEX Work Orders? Or are they independent?

All prestarts are independent checks that are assigned to specific assets. These prestart checks can then be set up to identify faults and create Maintenance Requests or Work Orders so that the issue can be rectified.

How do I create a Prestart in MEX?

Creating a Prestart in MEX is easy. Just make sure you have your questions all listed out. Then work through the create Prestart option in the MEX Control Files to set up your answers and the questions that will be displayed to the operator.

Take a look at this video to see how easy it is to create and use a prestart in MEX:

MEX Prestarts

Connectivity

Can MEX Prestarts work when I am offline?

Yes, Prestarts have been designed to allow for processing even when there is no network connection. Prerequisite being: You need to have first synced the Prestarts module onto your device first. Do note that you will need to be on the latest version (1.20) to achieve this.

How do I make sure my Prestart Data is synced onto my device?

MEX Prestarts needs Asset data and the associated questions in order to operate. When in good network range, open MEX and tap the prestarts module. This will perform a sync and ensure that the data you need is ready on the device.

Do I need to do anything special to go offline with the MEX App?

No, As mentioned earlier, just make sure you have synced when in network connection. The MEX App is designed to handle syncing whenever the device is back in range.

Sync Asset Data

Sync the necessary asset information to complete your prestart.

Perform Prestart

Carry out the Prestart, running through all the checks.

Sync Prestart Data

When back in network range sync all data and images to your database.

Licensing

Is MEX Prestarts an Additional Module that I will need to purchase?

No, Prestarts has been included as a Side Module of the MEX Maintenance Software. The Prestart specific user licensing however will need to be purchased to allow your operators to carry out the checks.

How do Prestart Specific Users work?

Prestart specific users can only use MEX Mobile devices and are limited to just the prestarts module. Although a normal MEX user can also use Prestarts in main MEX, having prestart only users saves your MEX concurrent licenses for your maintenance users.

How much do Prestart licenses cost?

Prestart licenses are sold in packs of 20 users priced at $3,290 incl GST. If you are after more licenses or have questions about this licensing model, please contact our sales team at sales@mex.com.au

Using QR Codes with MEX Prestarts

Do Prestarts work with QR Codes?

Yes, they do, along with Barcodes.

Both the QR and Barcode labels can be printed from MEX Reports or you can print an Individual Asset’s QR Code from directly inside the Asset’s Details.

Can QR Codes/Barcodes be scanned via the in-built camera?

Yes, barcoding and the ability to scan QR Codes have been improved with the MEX Mobile app and can be used in more listings than ever before. Using your devices camera, scan a QR Code and quick start your Prestart.

What is the typical process for using QR Codes?

Scan Code

Simply scan the QR Code and confirm the Asset's details.

Perform Prestart

Carry out the Prestart, Running through all the checks.

Capture in MEX

All Information, Images and Readings are save directly in MEX.

Add Pictures Alongside Your Checks

Paper based prestarts could never allow you to capture the images you need to make a case.

As you work through each of your Prestart checks, you have the option to add multiple photos to each check.

When a Prestart is completed, any defects identified are accompanied with these images, giving you the full picture of the issue at hand.

You can then attach them to any Requests or Work Orders raised from the checks.

Contact MEX Sales Download Prestarts FAQ

MEX Mobile Solutions

MEX Prestarts Out Now!

Improve Safety

Go Digital

Capture Images

Request Maintenance

Frequently Asked MEX Prestarts Questions

MEX Modules

MEX Prestarts

Connectivity

Sync Asset Data

Perform Prestart

Sync Prestart Data

Licensing

Using QR Codes with MEX Prestarts

Scan Code

Perform Prestart

Capture in MEX

Add Pictures Alongside Your Checks