HANDLING WITH CARE--Proper and routine maintenance is key to equipment longevity

摘要

If ever the "time is money" adage holds true, it would be in the area of Materials Handling and in particular, conveyor operation. Keep them moving, and productivity moves forward according to plan. Stop them, and productivity stands still, sometimes for extended periods, while repairs are performed. Even worse, faulty, hastily performed repairs often cause recurring problems and more extended downtime. Safe, practical repairs performed with a wide variety of on-site maintenance tools, enable efficient, effective repairs that minimize maintenance and maximize productivity. Choosing the right combination of tools, using them properly and avoiding shortcuts are the formula for success. The range of available tools includes products to perform the repair, as well as equipment that provide an effective work surface and environment for making on-site repairs. For the sake of convenience and effective on-site repair, here are a few tools and procedures that all maintenance personnel should regard as indispensable to efficient operation, and always have on hand and ready for use.