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Keep ’em movin’
Proper maintenance of tires and tracks will allow your operation’s mobile vehicles and mobile plants to stay on the go. With companies drilling down on all costs these days, every aspect of the operations and equipment is under close scrutiny. Saving money, in many instances, means looking at the total value proposition of the operations including maintenance practices and procedures. Tires and tire maintenance are aspects that can add significant savings to the bottom line. Proper selection and maintenance can also prevent expensive downtime. Here are a few tips, which should be considered to get the most out of the tire asset. Maintenance program Maintenance managers should always have a good written maintenance policy in place. This policy should be specific to the equipment, site conditions, operating conditions, loads carried and other pertinent factors. Once formulated, make sure to follow the recommended tire maintenance schedule. Safety is ultimately the number-one priority. The equipment maintenance manager needs to start with a comprehensive program. If it is not done by company personnel,… Keep Reading
