It is often said in football that a “prevent defense” prevents a team from winning. This could not be further from the truth when it comes to owning and operating machinery in business.
Many business owners understand the enhanced value that comes with purchasing quality equipment and machinery. Products that are manufactured with reliable processes and parts have a much better chance of performing at a high level for a longer period of time, even if the upfront cost is a little higher than that of another, less reliable brand of equipment.
With the purchase of any equipment, there is no guarantee that it will work efficiently throughout its expected life cycle. Many environmental and human factors have an impact on the overall capability of machines in the workplace. To protect their investments, successful entrepreneurs have utilized the benefits of preventive maintenance plans to ensure the durability of their equipment. A preventive maintenance plan is actually a proactive defense against equipment malfunction, downtime, and replacement.
Research has indicated that the benefits of preventive maintenance plans far outweigh the costs. Failure to properly maintain equipment can lead to added repair expenses, extended downtime, and safety concerns. Think about the car you drive. Would you ever NOT change the oil in it and expect it to last and run at peak performance?
Preventive maintenance plans for balers and compactors include consistent practices and procedures involving the care and upkeep of equipment. These consistent processes, when combined with the consistent processes utilized by a quality manufacturer will provide you and your business with immense benefits.
Benefits of Preventative Maintenance
- Improved machine performance – This leads to greater efficiency in your own processes, as well as a reduction in power consumption and consumable goods such as oil, belts, hoses, etc.
- Improved safety in the workplace.
- Reduced equipment downtime – This allows you to continue to operate at peak efficiency and maintain your company’s reputation to deliver its goods and services on time.
- Avoidance of any unscheduled and costly maintenance repairs – Any fees associated with preventive maintenance plans are far less costly than major equipment repairs.
- Longer equipment life – This return on your investment is increased, as there is no need for premature equipment replacement.
- Less maintenance related overtime costs and unplanned scheduling of your workforce.
Harmony’s Preventive Maintenance Plans
Harmony Enterprises is an ISO 9001:2015 certified quality manufacturer that uses consistent processes in every aspect of its operations. Harmony’s Preventive Maintenance Plans are an extremely affordable and convenient way to ensure the long life and reliability of your investment. They cover any brand, make, and model of recycling and waste equipment. Each plan is priced according to the type of machine (balers or compactors) covered and is backed by our highly skilled customer service department.
Baler Preventative Maintenance – What it Includes
Electrical
- Inspection of all wires, relays, and terminal connections. Secure any loose wires.
- Inspection of all switches and buttons on the control panel.
- Inspection of the upper limit, upper door, and chamber door safety switches.
Hydraulic
- Oil level and coloration. Top off oil level.
- Inspection of all hoses and fittings on directional valve, cylinder, tank, and pump. Tightening of any loose connections.
- Inspect all hoses for wear, cracks, or other damage.
- Inspect the hydraulic cylinder seals for leaks.
Mechanical
- Inspection and notation of any damage to the ram or wear pads.
- Inspection of the cylinder pin and cylinder bolts. Secure as needed.
- Inspection of the upper door weight chains door tracks, and wear guides.
- Inspection of the bale chamber walls, lower doors, and bale ejector hook and strap.
- Greasing of the door and latch hinges.
Other Items
- Inspection of the condition of the doors, baler frame, and overall paint.
- Inspection of the floor anchors at the base of the baler. Secure as needed.
- Cleaning of any debris from around or above the ram or baler itself.
Compactor Preventative Maintenance – What it Includes
Electrical
- Inspection of all wires, relays, and terminal connections. Secure any loose wires.
- Inspection of all switches and buttons on the control panel and remote.
Hydraulic
- Oil level and coloration. Top off oil level.
- Inspection of all hoses and fittings on directional valve and cylinder
- Inspect all hoses for wear, cracks, or other damage.
Mechanical
- Inspection and notation of any damage to the front or rear of ram and ram wiper.
- Inspection of the rear ram guide wear shoes and top wear pads on the front of the ram for wear.
- Inspection of the front and rear cylinder pins for wear.
- Lubrication of turnbuckle threads and inspection of container hooks.
Other Items
- Inspection of the condition of the chute, hopper, and frame welds.
- Inspection of the overall appearance and condition of the paint.
- Inspection of the floor anchors, container guide rails and stops. Secure as needed.
- Cleaning of any debris from behind the ram or compactor itself.
With your Harmony PM Plan, all maintenance inspections will be documented on a Harmony Enterprises Preventive Maintenance and Safety Inspection Form. Unsatisfactory conditions will be directly reported to you. Service estimates, baler and compactor repair parts, and availability will be quoted for you by our service department so that your equipment will continue to run in an efficient and reliable manner.
If you are interested in taking advantage of our Baler and Compactor Preventive Maintenance Plans, our timely service, parts, or have other recycling and waste equipment needs, please contact Harmony Enterprises or call our knowledgeable and courteous sales team at (507) 886-6666 today!
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