The ultimate construction equipment checklist

24 March 2022

Harsh outdoor conditions, long periods of activity, tough materials to handle … Construction equipment is built to face these challenges on a daily basis. So frequent maintenance is key to keeping them in optimal condition. A perfectly functioning small earth-mover, mobile elevating work platform, telehandler or other construction equipment results in uninterrupted digging, crushing, lifting ...

10 essential wear parts to keep construction equipment going

Whether it’s winter or summer: the machines across a construction site deserve the best care. Replacing worn parts, technical checkups, the monitoring of vital parameters … A technical overhaul is crucial to keep machines going at peak performance.

But what are the crucial wear parts for construction machinery? What can mean the difference between downtime or getting the job done on time? When carrying out the overhaul, it is absolutely necessary to pay special attention to these 10 wear parts on the machine.

Starters & alternators

Ready to keep construction equipment up and running? It all starts with a spick and span starter and alternator. The first starts the engine while the latter keeps the machine running.

Windows and wipers

When operating equipment on a busy construction site, a clear view is of the utmost importance. By regularly replacing windscreen wipers and cabin windows, visibility is enhanced considerably. Safety first!

Undercarriage

A machine undercarriage in perfect shape assures maximum control at all times. It increases safety tremendously, especially during the winter, when the terrain conditions are very changeable.

Batteries

Batteries such as classic batteries or full traction batteries, are affected by temperature changes and wear. Regularly checking their age and charge, or even replacing them completely, is an indispensable step towards a more efficient workflow.

Filters

It is important to keep contaminants such as water, dirt and dust away from the machine’s engine. These harmful components can be eliminated with the appropriate filters: dirt and dust are collected before they harm the engine. Replacing filters on time will save time and money.

Cooling

The cooling system prevents the heart of the machine - the engine - from getting too hot but also too cold: cooling hoses, air coolers, radiators and water pumps are crucial parts. If the cooling system is not in good condition, it can result in engine overheating and costly breakdowns.

Fuel system

Construction vehicles will only run properly if fuel goes where it needs to go. Regular maintenance of the fuel system makes sure that fuel reaches the engine and combustion chambers.

Lights

Let there be light! Equipping construction machines with the appropriate lights ensures that, also on dark days, work can continue. Choose between essential lights, safety lights and work lights, depending on what you need.

Brakes

Stop! In the name of safety… Perfectly functioning brakes are essential on every worksite. Parts like brake pads, electric brakes, hydraulic brakes and brake fluids need to be replaced on time to ensure the operator’s safety.

Belts and tensioner

Belts are some of the parts with the highest risk of deterioration, not only due to the passage of time and the influence of wear and tear, but also due to temperature changes that may cause cracking or hardening, causing noise during operation or breakages which lead to more costly repairs.

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