How To Maintain The Lifespan Of Your Metal Fabrication Machinery Products?

How To Maintain The Lifespan Of Your Metal Fabrication Machinery Products?

Machines require constant attention and maintenance to make sure they are working the way they are supposed to.  It’s not the make of the machine – whether made of Steel or some other heavy-duty metal or its weight determines its durability.

A certain record has to be maintained as to how many times the machine was used, the application for which it was used, had it been repaired or got its parts changed etc. 

To make sure that most of most ROI is received out of your machine, a plan that details how to prevent the breakdown must be created focusing on the level of stress machines undergo, when the regular maintenance checking to be carried out etc. In this blog, we will be discussing the various aspects of maintenance to enhance the lifespan of your metal fabrication machines.

Training

The mishandling of machines is the first and foremost reason for any mechanical breakdown, especially metal fabrication machines. This can cause either the machine to break down completely or require the replacement of certain parts much earlier which were supposed to be working for a longer time. No matter how efficient a technician is in general with his job, hands-on training is a must when it comes to metal fabrication machines.

Over the course of using the machines at the factory, the techniques for getting better results with the machine also vary and enhance relying only on user manuals or training manuals is not always a good idea. However, important areas from the manual must be understood by each technician.

Also, it is important to carry on manual testing half yearly to make sure the technical team is up to date on the points mentioned in the manual in case of any breakdown.

Lubrication

For any machinery product to perform at its optimum level, lubrication is essential. It not only helps in the performance of the machine but also ensures the safety of the technicians working on it. 

When a machine is not lubricated properly, it possesses a great threat as the parts in the middle of the friction can develop dangerous pressure levels thereby contributing to accidents.  Hence it is important that the supervisors maintain a log of each machine indicating the duration of its working, the lubrication level of each machine, and the functionalities of the machine-made use. 

These logs will help get an idea of when the lubrication must be done. It’s always good if you stay updated on the latest lubricants available on the market.

Regular Cleaning  

Constant usage of machines will make them soaked with debris. It’s not always practical and safe to wash the machines by hand.  In such cases, it’s recommended to have pressure washing done as they will have specially designed nozzles that can get into each and every nook and corner of the machines and make sure its cleaned well.

Sharpening Of Tools

If your metal fabrication machine makes use of certain tools for chopping, drilling, cutting etc. it’s imperative that the tools like drill bits, cutters etc. must be sharpened.  Using blunt tools will dampen the efficiency of the machine and can negatively impact the quality of the outcome.  Blunt tools can also affect the size, shape and other specifications that are required for the end product.

Observe Your Machine

Machines will show imminent signals of breakdowns by making vibrations, or in the form of overheating, misalignments, belt worn-out, gasket cracking or any other damage that can be easily seen.

These things, which may seem light in the beginning, if not attended to at the right time, can cause serious breakdowns and will affect production. Hence, it’s important to educate your operators to be very vigilant and observe the machine for any wear and tear and to take note of it and take the next steps to correct it.

Conclusion On How To Maintain The Lifespan Of Your Metal Fabrication Machinery Products?

It must be understood that the proper working and maintenance of your metal fabrication machine is not limited to the machine alone but also includes each and every component used along with it.

The various points that we have discussed above have to be followed diligently to ensure the lifespan of the machine and thereby minimizing its downtime and maximizing its productivity. 

It’s important to prioritize frequent maintenance of the machine to ensure its performance and the safety of the operators. If you adhere to the above-mentioned points, you can certainly improve the lifespan of your metal fabrication machine and retain the perfection of the end product.

If you have more questions on this topic, you can always contact a trained team like Hytek Marketing who are always ready to help you.