When Do You Know When to Get Your Machinery and Equipment Serviced
Once you’ve purchased your machinery or equipment, the goal is to maintain it in proper working condition. Maintenance of machinery and equipment will extend the life of the machine. In addition, it will increase its productivity while it is in operation.
Machinery and equipment like Kubota tractor, rollers, concrete trucks, rock crushers, amongst others, need regular maintenance and services and should regularly be inspected for their performance. Take the time to get the machinery and equipment serviced if you know a part/parts are not working well as this maximises the productivity of your machinery or equipment.
Being proactive about repair and service work is more cost-effective than being reactive. Several negative consequences might follow if minor issues are ignored.
Signs Your Machinery and Equipment Need Maintenance
There are many ways to spot the issues in your machinery and equipment. It doesn’t take a trained eye to spot problems and assess their severity and the earlier you notice these anomalies, the better.
- Low Fluid Levels
Coolant or hydraulic oil leaks are a sign of machinery or equipment malfunction. Machine parts that are not properly lubricated will require downtime and repairs and these are much more expensive than routine maintenance.
If the fluid levels of your machinery or equipment are low, it is easy to spot. Most dashboards have low-fluid lights or symbols that flash. Checking this indication will let you know the fluid levels.
- Exhaust Problems
Exhaust fumes indicate a problem with the functionality of your equipment and unaddressed exhaust problems have serious consequences. Without safe and fuel-efficient emissions, you run the risk of violating health and safety rules and regulations. In addition, you also put your and your workers’ health at risk.
Hence, both short- and long-term exhaust irregularity solutions must be considered. Indications of exhaust problems include thick, discoloured fumes or discharge which smell different
- Dashboard Warning Lights Going Off
If the dashboard lights on the machinery/equipment activate, it implies something is wrong with the system. When this happens, many operators turn off the machinery/equipment. They dismiss the warning lights as a routine maintenance issue and assume that a short rest will suffice.
Dashboard warning lights are similar to digital CO detectors that warn coal miners of danger. They signal poor machine productivity. It can then signal an avalanche of machinery and equipment servicing concerns.
- Engine Stalls
Engines that are difficult to start or have stalled indicate that your machinery and equipment require repair. Engine components and machine batteries that are overworked and under-serviced are the causes.
Low fuel levels, fluid transmission, low-temperature readings, filter obstruction, ignition issues, other malfunctioning components can all cause problems.
- Grinding or Hissing Noise
Heavy equipment that makes noises like gears seizing or parts hissing needs servicing. Normal noises can sound quite different.
You must pay attention to noises from machinery or equipment that are not the same as normal noises. You must consult with your workers and operators since they will know how long these mechanical noises last and how frequently they occur. As soon as you hear noises, turn off the machinery or equipment.
Examine the components quickly but thoroughly. Examine the engine, hydraulics, transmission, and tyres. Any malfunction in these parts is an indication of your machinery/equipment needing repair or servicing.
Examine the major components quickly but thoroughly. Examine the engine, hydraulics, transmission, and tyres. Any malfunction in these parts is an indication of your machinery/equipment needing repair or servicing.
- Audible Alarms
Modern construction and industrial equipment include backup alarms. A movable machinery/equipment must have reverse signal horns to signal movement. This alarm is essential if the machine operator’s vision is obstructed while backing up.
Broken or inaudible alarms need service immediately. Machinery with activated dashboard alarms, buzzers, and beepers also are included. For the safety and convenience of your workforce, you need to attend to all alarms problems immediately.
Machinery and equipment are at the core of any job. On-site operations would be slower, expensive, and riskier if machinery/equipment are not in good working condition.
Therefore, safeguarding your machinery and equipment is vital. Proper safeguards and maintenance procedures necessitate foresight and planning in ensuring that the machinery and equipment are cared for. This way, their service life is extended.
Preventative maintenance (PM) programs are good for the life of your machinery and equipment. Adopting effective preventative maintenance procedures can save you up to 25% on equipment repair costs.
Boya Equipment is Western Australia’s largest Kubota dealer and Perth’s only Kubota dealer. We sell a whole range of Kubota Agriculture equipment such as Kubota tractors, construction, and power equipment lines.
We have years of industry experience, driven by a commitment to offering great services in machinery and equipment. Furthermore, we offer maintenance programs for all machinery and equipment. If you are interested in our wide range of products and services, contact us on (08) 9302 2006 or drop us an email to [email protected].