Disruptive Maintenance Engineering 4.0

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to present a new disruptive maintenance model based on new technologies. Design/methodology/approach The approach is carrying out through the impact of the Industry 4.0, Internet of things, big data, virtual reality and additive manufacturing on maintenance. Findings The findings are that new technologies are an evolutionary challenge that is immediately affecting maintenance engineering. It presents a unique opportunity to make a disruptive evolution of maintenance. Research limitations/implications The correct development of Maintenance 4.0 relates to the correct implementation of Industry 4.0. Practical implications Maintenance 4.0 will greatly improve the main operating indicators: safety, reliability, availability and cost. Social implications Maintenance 4.0 will contribute to a circular and sustainable economy. Originality/value For the first time, a complete new Maintenance Engineering 4.0 model is proposed. The application of the new technologies appears in each specific maintenance process of the product life cycle.