Like all machinery, forklifts experience wear and tear over time with regular use. This could lead to mechanical faults and breakdowns or even worse, an accident.
However, a regular service schedule with planned maintenance will keep everything running smoothly and reduce your unexpected downtime.
Unexpected downtime can have a negative effect across the board, causing delays and bottlenecks. Who knows how long a broken-down truck will take to move and fix? It may result in a replacement truck being needed, all coming at a heavy price.
And a breakdown doesn’t just cost you money — it causes stress, throws off your team’s productivity, and could delay critical deliveries, harming the reputation of your business.
Planned maintenance is vital, and while it may put a truck out of action briefly, it is far more cost effective than waiting for an incident to occur, which will have greater long-term effects.
A well-run operation ensures all trucks are maintained and serviced on time, reducing the chance of breakdowns as well as maximising uptime. Not only does this save you money, but it increases your operational efficiency and keeps your drivers as productive and confident as possible.
What’s the best way to reduce downtime and ensure you have a regular service? A maintenance contract.
It is an investment, but when compared with unexpected callouts and unknown repair costs, a structured plan is likely to be far cheaper in the long term.
For example, a one-off repair could cost you thousands in downtime, whereas a maintenance contract can help you minimise this expense by addressing the issue at an earlier date, before the fault worsens.
A maintenance contract should be entirely flexible and tailored to your business. It should cover aspects such as full and preventative maintenance – all designed to reduce operational interruptions and keep your business moving.
When choosing a service supplier, be sure to ask a few questions to ensure you are getting the right plan for you:
These can all affect how efficient your service supplier is when it comes to regular maintenance. A provider who ensures they are on time and reliable is one who will help reduce unexpected downtime while also keeping your business productive.
At Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks, we work with you to build a regular maintenance schedule that suits the needs of your operation and its specific requirements, ensuring your downtime is minimal.
Authorised Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks service providers have access to at least 80 percent of fast-moving parts, and anything else can be ordered for next day delivery.
Our engineers boast industry-leading first-time fix rates, and thanks to nationwide network coverage, a local supplier is never far away.
Importantly, all our engineers are factory trained to ensure they have the required expertise to manage complex repairs.
By working with a Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks service provider, you can ensure that your equipment is maintained to the highest standard for maximum uptime and total peace of mind.
Visit our service page to learn more, , call us on 0845 3713048 or visit our contact form.