At times heavy equipment companies need to store certain equipment as they will not be used in the recent future or for some months. Some equipment requires shelter from the rains or the snow and hence they need to be stored. Whatever the reasons are for storing your equipment, it is important to ensure that they are stored in a manner that does not harm them. After all, what’s the point of trying to protect them if they’ll end up rusting in the storage. The following are some helpful tips for storing heavy equipment.
Prepare in Advance
When you invest in heavy equipment, you are already aware that you will need to store it at some point. When you decide to purchase heavy equipment, you must also invest in storing space. Whether you decide to purchase this space or rent it, is entirely up to you. However, you need to ensure beforehand that the space you choose is clean and free from humidity, it must be insulated, and it should be free from pests. You can also use a heavy-duty tarp for covering your machines. This will also protect them from any residual moisture in the storage space. Thus, you can rest assured that your machine will not rust.
Proper Maintenance
Make sure that your machine undergoes proper maintenance right before it is stored. The best way of ensuring a machine’s longevity is to keep it working. However, since you will be storing for a few weeks at least, make sure that your machine is well lubricated. Clean the exterior and the interior of your machines before storing them. Now that your equipment is looking pristine and is well oiled, you can readily power it up the next time it comes out of the storage.
Top Off Your Tanks
You don’t want any form of condensation in your oil or fuel tanks. Hence, it is advisable to top off both these tanks. This helps in preventing the build-up of moisture. The accumulation of moisture can result in costly problems. Also, remember to add a fuel stabilizer so that your fuel remains usable over time.
Finish Repairs
Small issues can worsen and become much bigger problems if left unattended for months. If your equipment needs any repair, then make sure that it undergoes maintenance and repair before it is stored. Getting them inspected beforehand and handling any maintenance issues, plus completing all sorts of servicing procedures will help in avoiding huge repair bills when you do get the machines out of the storage.
Conclusion
If you need any spare parts for the repair of your machine, make sure to contact a trusted seller such as Dahbashi Engineering. Other than that, make sure that your storage space is safe as machine theft can also occur. Don’t forget to secure your machinery and to take the right security measures.
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