Skipping preventive maintenance is the single biggest reason for unplanned downtime. Here’s our 12-point quarterly checklist.
- Check all gearbox oil levels and top up
- Inspect drive belts for cracks and tension
- Tighten all foundation bolts
- Verify electrical control panel connections
- Clean and re-grease bearings
- Inspect pneumatic lines for leaks
- Calibrate sensors and limit switches
- Run safety interlock tests
- Check hydraulic fluid quality
- Verify cooling fan operation
- Update PLC backups
- Document the visit in the AMC logbook