3 Ways to Extend your Heavy Equipment’s Life

For most heavy equipment owners, it is not a matter of if, but a matter of when your equipment breaks down. The good news? With the right maintenance practices, you can significantly extend the lift of your equipment and prevent unnecessary downtime.

1. Train Your Operator Properly

One of the leading causes of equipment damage is operator error. Proper training is essential for fighting against unwanted breakdowns. How to prevent:

• Provide hands-on certified training for each machine in your fleet. Include manufacture videos or resources for operation, safety, and maintenance.
• Conduct regular yard audits to ensure your equipment is being used properly and safely.

2. Use quality parts and fluids

Using genuine, parts and fluids are essential for keeping your equipment running smoothly.

• Genuine parts are designed to work with your specific machine, to ensure compatibility and performance.
• Regularly check and replace fluids according to manufacturer schedule.
• Use OEM fluids, when possible. They are formulated for your equipment to meet factory standards.

3. Maintenance

Preventative maintenance is one of the most effective ways to extend equipment life span.

• Schedule regular service intervals on manufacturer schedules. This helps prevent easy issues, keeping your machine running at its best.
• Do not overlook your warranty! It is designed to protect you, not work against you. Many warranties include coverage for routine maintenance and check-ins. Make sure to check your warranty and take advantage of your warranty.
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There are many factors to consider when ensuing longevity of equipment, but proper training, quality parts, and consistent maintenance are the foundation!

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