The Benefits Of Preventative Maintenance
You service your car regularly, so why not service your doors regularly? Just like a car, your Ulti doors need to be regularly maintained to keep them running smoothly and prevent bigger issues down the road.
Even if your doors display no obvious signs of damage, a Preventative Maintenance program will keep them in top working order and can catch faults before they result in an expensive mechanical failure. And just in case you need a bit more convincing, here are some of the benefits of preventative maintenance:
A Safer, More Productive Working Environment
Unexpected door system failures can cause significant disruption to daily operations, but regular maintenance helps identify and address potential issues early. By discovering issues, such as malfunctioning sensors or faulty door mechanisms that could result in safety hazards or unnecessary downtime, you have the chance to remedy the problem before it impacts your people or your operations.
Extending The Lifespan Of Your Doors
Regular inspections and minor adjustments can significantly extend the lifespan of your doors, delaying the need for larger repairs or full replacements.
Long-Term Cost Efficiency
By dealing with issues before they escalate into major problems, you’ll minimise expensive repairs and avoid costly emergency replacement. This is especially important in cold storage areas or highly secure facilities and any downtime without a sufficient door in place can have devastating consequences for the product held inside. A proactive facility management strategy helps to optimise the performance and longevity of your door systems, for overall cost savings and a higher return on investment.
Increased Energy Efficiency
Well-maintained door systems can have a big impact on your energy efficiency. Regular maintenance is more likely to identify cracks in seals or damage that may be causing air leaks, both of which can cause spikes in your power bills.
Reliable Security
Poorly maintained doors may not close or lock properly, presenting potential security risks, but with regular preventative maintenance, you’ll be able to address any issues early. This is especially important to high-security facilities and personnel access doors.
Overall, preventative maintenance is worth every penny. It keeps your facilities running smoothly and efficiently and minimises the possibility of bigger issues like breakdowns, security breaches, or health and safety incidents.
We recommend getting your door serviced by an experienced technician at least every 12 months, if not more frequently. And don’t forget, if proper maintenance and servicing are not carried out regularly, your warranty may be void. Your facility’s doors perform an important role every day in keeping your people, your products, and your profits safe so keeping them operating at their best should be a high priority.
Talk to our team of experts today and see how we can help you make a preventative maintenance plan that works for you.