The use of forklift trucks and loaders has been growing considerably, and they are used to accelerate the logistical processes, especially in the transportation and movement of cargo and materials, serving the most diverse areas, from the lumber industry, cereal, construction, among others, ensuring the correct operation of the activities.
However, it becomes necessary to think about the maintenance of the machines, since most of the problems that the forklifts present can be avoided through preventive maintenance, which is essential in the detection of possible failures or defects. This includes the reduction of consumption, since some components can interfere in the economy of the equipment, as well as providing the proper use of the machine, ensuring its good performance.
The time interval to do the preventive maintenance of forklifts and loaders varies according to each equipment and observing the periodic maintenance plan determined by the manufacturer, the most important items observed are the hydraulic system, fuel system, engine, cooling system, transmission and axles, since one of the main advantages of preventive and corrective maintenance is to maintain the good functioning and productivity in the companies' operations, which can be harmed when damage occurs that suspends the work or puts them at risk.
Another advantage is the optimization of the machine's functionality, which will have a longer useful life. Excessive temperature rise can also be avoided with properly applied lubricants, contributing to the correct operation of the machine, in order to be a safety resource for the operator and other employees.
Maintenance must be done by a specialized technical team, which will be able to identify the need for some type of repair or part replacement, since the main objective of prevention is to keep the equipment always in usable condition, checking for problems that are not yet apparent and extending the useful life of the parts and equipment.
Vantec has a team specialized in performing maintenance, providing quality service and ensuring the useful life of the machines, through good practices of conservation and usability, following the guidelines provided by the company, because the punctuality in the preventive maintenance of forklift/loader trucks will make it noticeable the improvement in performance, fuel economy, and also in the result of the operations.
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By Jéssica Fernanda (Marketing/Design Sector)
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