Fleet Operating Costs

摘要

Of all the stages of equipment management, maintenance affects your operating costs (and profits for contractors) the most over the life of your construction equipment and truck fleets. That is because an effective maintenance program can: 1. Keep your equipment running efficiently 2. Reduce the probability of unexpected failures 3. Increase machine availability 4. Lower operating costs 5. Lengthen machine life 6. Increase the resale value of your machine Everything starts with maintenance and service. Key elements of this component include: Repair Indicators. Repair indicators warn you that something needs attention. There are two types — planned and problem indicators. Planned indicators, such as analyzing hydraulic fluids and oils, can alert you to problems while they are still minor.