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It's time to move some Earth!
It's earthmoving season, and that means earthmoving equipment is in high demand and heavy use. We've collected some key tips and tricks to maximize use and prevent breakdowns so that you can finish your project on time (or even ahead of schedule).
1. Make a schedule for the lubrication of moving parts. Regular lubrication helps machines work more efficiency by reducing friction and torque, both of which can cause premature wear and tear or even equipment failure.
2. Focus on cleaning machines after each use. Moving earth and other objects is a messy job, so making sure equipment is clean of caked-on dirt and debris will improve efficiency, prolong the life of the machine, and increase safety.
3. Educate employees to properly care for equipment. Fostering a worksite culture that prioritizes the care of tools and equipment is an excellent way to reduce maintenance needs and prevent equipment failures. You won't even need a mechanic to perform simple maintenance tasks, including regularly cleaning debris from equipment. And by making these tasks a team effort, you'll increase efficiency and prolong the life of your equipment.
Earthmoving season can hectic, and machines will experience a lot of wear. Keep them in the game longer by performing inspections and providing preventative maintenance on a regular basis. These include visually inspecting and regularly cleaning machines as well professional maintenance on a trackable schedule. Good maintenance practices increase up-time and equipment performance.