Preventative Maintenance Schedules: How to Create an Effective Plan for Construction Equipment?

[Eliezer Bodegas]

What are the best practices for creating a preventative maintenance schedule for construction equipment to maximize longevity and performance?
How often should maintenance tasks like oil changes, filter replacements, and tire checks be performed to avoid costly downtime? Are there any tools or software that can help track and automate these schedules for large fleets? Additionally, which equipment parts are commonly overlooked but should be included in a comprehensive maintenance plan? I’d love to hear your thoughts on developing an effective strategy for keeping construction machinery in top shape.

 

[Kent-o-Kent]

Great question, @Eliezer Bodegas! One thing that’s really helped us is using fleet management software like Fleetio or HCSS, makes it way easier to track service intervals and get alerts before stuff gets missed. Also, don’t forget the small things like battery terminals and grease fittings, those tend to get overlooked but can cause headaches if ignored. Anyone else using a system that’s worked well for their crew?

 

[ArchTech]

Totally agree. Those small components like belts, hoses, and grease points are easy to miss but can lead to big issues if they fail. We’ve been using HCSS too, and the automated reminders are a game-changer for staying on top of routine checks. Curious if anyone’s tried integrating telematics into their maintenance planning?

 

[Jake johnson]

I’ve found that setting up a regular checklist for daily, weekly, and monthly checks helps a ton with things like grease points, fluid levels, and tire pressures are easy to overlook but can make a big difference. Also, Fleetio’s been a lifesaver for keeping track of everything automatically!