From excavators and rollers to telehandlers and wheel loaders, heavy equipment plays
a vital role in modern construction projects. Although regular maintenance is key to keeping your equipment in top condition, it’s also important to know when it’s time to replace your machine. Factors such as safety concerns, decreased efficiency, and increased maintenance costs are all indicators that your equipment has reached the end of its lifespan.
Allow us to share 5 signs that it’s time to upgrade your construction equipment.
1. Safety Concerns
Safety is paramount on any worksite as your employees’ wellbeing should always come first. If your machine is missing the latest safety features or showing signs of unpredictability (such as periods of unexpected equipment failure) it poses a safety risk. Over time, general wear and tear ages and deteriorates equipment, increasing the potential for damaged parts or electrical failures that can cause serious injury. Put simply, whenever employee safety is jeopardized, it’s time to replace your machine.
2. Increased Maintenance Costs
Another key sign that it’s time to upgrade your equipment is when it costs more to maintain than what it makes for your company. These costs come in the form of equipment downtime, maintenance, repairs, or unplanned equipment hire fees. When these costs of maintaining the machine occur regularly, it can delay project completion, reducing expected profits.
3. Decreased Efficiency
If your machine is exhibiting a marked decline in performance, taking longer than before to complete jobs, it’s an indication that it’s time to replace it. Underperformance of equipment compromises productivity and thus profitability. This inefficiency can be due to a machine’s outdated technology, or wear and tear which has negatively impacted its performance over time. Upgrading to new equipment allows you to complete jobs quicker and reduces labour costs, improving your bottom line.
4. Increased Fuel Consumption
As older construction equipment doesn’t run as efficiently as newer machines, it also means that they tend to consume more fuel when carrying out the same types of tasks. This could be because of inferior fuel economy or the impact of wear and tear on the machine. The larger fuel tank capacity of modern models, coupled with technological advancements that enable greater productivity, makes new machines more fuel efficient, reducing project timelines.
5. Technological Advancements
As the construction industry is characterised by constant innovation, new equipment enables you to access cutting-edge technology that can significantly boost your project capabilities and productivity. Technologically advanced models enable you to save time and labour costs on site, increasing efficiency and profits. With less chances of delays (due to significantly lower risks of equipment failure), projects can run in accordance with, or ahead of, schedule.
Looking For New Construction Equipment?
YELLO Equipment™ is here to help you get it done! Whether you’re looking for a new excavator, roller, telehandler, or material handler, we’ve got you covered. As your local authorised SANY dealer, we have a range of quality and highly efficient machines. To learn more about our impressive range of construction equipment speak to one of our friendly, knowledgeable staff on 1300 093 556 or you can contact us through our website.