Maintenance Tips for Your Finishing Equipment

The key to having any kind of industrial equipment performing properly is to maintain it well. Equipment that is well-maintained will be much less likely to break down and will run much more efficiently overall. Efficient production is key for any parts finishing operation, so maintenance of all finishing equipment should be a priority for all owners and operators involved in the manufacturing industry.

Using Correct Components

Many kinds of finishing equipment utilize some kind of media or chemical in order to function. Sandblasting equipment, for example, uses a media in it to blast against the parts being finished. Vapor degreasers use a solvent in them to clean the parts that they finish. When it comes to maintenance, using the correct kind of media or chemical for your specific kind of equipment is obviously going to be key. It is also important to change out those components as frequently as you need to in order to ensure the working of the machine. For example, swapping out blasting media or cleaning the degreaser will help the equipment run better and for longer and ensure the final parts are being finished correctly.

Preventative Maintenance

One of the best things that you can do to maintain finishing equipment is to set up a preventative maintenance plan. Preventative maintenance involves performing regular tests, cleanings, and fixes over time in order to reduce the risk of major repairs being necessary down the road. Finishing equipment is as much in need of such maintenance as any other kind of equipment and therefore setting up a schedule and making preventative maintenance a priority will serve you very well in the long run. The exact frequency of preventative maintenance visits will vary depending on the exact kind of equipment, so be sure to know the recommended pace for your specific machines. 

At Mikro Industrial Finishing, we specialize in finishing equipment, partnering with the best suppliers in the industry to provide you with top quality. If you are unsure how to best maintain the equipment that you have or are looking to purchase new or refurbished finishing equipment, we would be happy to work with you to determine the needs of your facility and set you on the right track. To learn more about our finishing equipment, please call us any time at (860) 875-6357.