Why Regular Maintenance for Heavy Equipment is Important
November 22, 2022
Heavy machinery and waste equipment contain a lot of moving parts. If not attended to, or maintenance on a regular basis, these components can malfunction or stop working completely. To combat the effects of daily use and metal on metal grinding, maintenance and repair of heavy equipment is of vital importance to the longevity and life expectancy of your heavy machinery. There are many unique ways to provide repair and maintenance to your waste equipment and machinery and several tips to provide ongoing operational success.
Advantages of Providing Regular Maintenance to Heavy Machinery
Besides extending the life of your equipment and machinery, scheduled maintenance and repairs provides several benefits including:
- Provides a safer workplace
- Maximizes machine performance
- Protects warranty
- Prevents costly downtime
- Lowers insurance costs
- Reduces need for equipment replacement
- Improves machine efficiency
- Boosts resale value
Tips for Extending Heavy Equipment Life
There are several ways to extend the life of your waste and heavy mobile equipment. By consistently utilizing each of these tips you will increase the odds of extending the life of your equipment. Some tips for maintaining machinery work life include:
- Provide operator training sessions
- Monitor equipment
- Keep equipment clean
- Conduct routine inspections
EMP’s Partners Provide Premium Heavy Equipment Repair & Maintenance Services
At EMP, we partner with leading providers of repair and maintenance services for heavy and industrial waste equipment. Our partners are the best in the industry at maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing heavy machinery. Our repair and maintenance partners include the following:
- MIM Hydraulics & Pneumatics – Repairs to hydraulic cylinders, pumps valves, motors hose assemblies, and more
- SWAT (Solid Waste Applied Technologies) – Heavy duty truck repair service
- Municipal Equipment, Inc. – Roll off equipment, compactor, refuse collection bodies repair
Trust EMP’s Partners with Your Heavy Equipment Maintenance & Repair Needs
Does your industrial heavy and waste equipment require maintenance or repair? Trust your machines to EMP’s proven partners. They have the dedicated skills and expertise to keep your heavy equipment up and running for the long haul. Contact us with any questions, and we’ll be happy to assist.
