Improve Warehouse Efficiency with Planned Maintenance

Quantum Forklift Planned Maintenance, also called "Preventantive Maintenance" or "PM", is an important way to find and prevent common equipment issues before they become expensive ones, and prevent disruptive breakdowns which cause unplanned and unproductive downtime.

Why is Planned Maintenance of Material Handling Equipment So Important?

• Longer Equipment Lifespan: Regular inspections and preventative maintenance can significantly extend the life of your equipment, reducing the need for costly replacements.

• Minimized Unexpected Downtime: By addressing potential issues before they escalate, you can avoid unanticipated breakdowns that disrupt operations and lead to costly delays.

• Greater Safety: Well-maintained equipment is less likely to malfunction, reducing the risk of accidents and injuries in the workplace.

• Increased Productivity: Reliable, well-functioning equipment leads to smoother operations, increased throughput, and higher productivity.

Key Components of a Successful Planned Maintenance Program:

• Regular Inspections: Conduct routine inspections to identify potential issues early on.

• Timely Repairs: Address problems promptly to prevent them from becoming bigger problems later.

• Lubrication: Keep moving parts well-lubricated to reduce friction and wear.

By investing in a robust planned maintenance program, you can significantly improve the efficiency, safety, and overall performance of your warehouse or distribution center.

QLI PLANNED MAINTENANCE: INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINES AND ELECTRICAL POWERED CHECKLIST

• Blow out radiator core and clean machine with compressed air
• Clean grease fittings and lubricate machine
• Inspect and/or replace engine oil filter element
• Inspect air filter, hose, and connections
• Check radiator coolant level, fan blades, hose connections
• Check oil levels, power steering, transmission, and differential
• Check hydraulic oil level, upright and tilt cylinders for leaks
• Check tilt cylinder rod ends, anchors, adjust if necessary
• Inspect brake master cylinder
• Check distributor, cap, rotor, lubricate cam
• Check spark plugs, ignition wires and coil pack
• Visual inspection, oil leaks, tires, sheet metal, LBR chains, DOG record damaged or missing
• Check brakes, neutral start, inching, horn, and record damaged or missing
• Inspect upright, rail patterns, chains and anchors
• Check hydraulic sump tank cap, clean
• Check hydraulic control linkage and valve
• Inspect brake pedal for proper adjustment
• Check tilt cylinder rod ends, anchors, adjust if necessary
• Check battery cables, receptacle and power cables
• Check battery, water level
• Check grounding with ohmmeter from battery connectors to frame
• Make visual and operational check, record damaged or missing
• Test drive

Schedule Quantum On-Site Planned Forklift Maintenance

Contact QLI to Setup PM's

• Factory-trained forklift technicians
• Fast, same-day response — under 4 hours
• 24-hour service with weekends and holidays available
• Regularly scheduled planned maintenance programs
• Fleet management portal for easy access to your equipment repair costs
• Tires replaced on-site
• Battery watering service and repairs
• Discounted forklift rentals available on major repair jobs