Maximizing Profit Margins with Efficient Lubrication Programs in Construction
In today’s fast-paced construction industry, businesses are constantly under pressure to maintain tight profit margins while staying ahead of the competition. Despite growing demand for construction services, the financial landscape remains competitive, and construction sites must innovate to cut costs and maximize operational efficiency. One area where significant improvements can be made is in equipment maintenance, specifically through lubrication programs designed to reduce the total cost of ownership (TCO) of machinery.
Lubrication plays a crucial role in keeping construction equipment running smoothly, and when done correctly, it can contribute to substantial savings and improved productivity. So, how can construction sites address both the need for cost savings and operational efficiency? By choosing partners like RelaDyne and Shell!
Here are three ways to achieve this through effective maintenance:
- Implement connected construction platforms to manage equipment more efficiently, improve site collaboration and reduce unplanned downtime.
- Develop preventative maintenance practices that help you to identify the early warning signs of equipment failure and act to prevent breakdowns.
- Use site data to build predictive maintenance systems that help you to spot and fix issues before they escalate – reducing unplanned downtime and extending equipment life.
By preventing breakdowns in this way, sites can improve their operational efficiency while lowering TCO through reduced maintenance costs.
Recommended Shell Products:
The products you use to maintain your equipment can have a significant impact on site performance and productivity, which is why high-performance oils and fluids are essential across every area of your vehicle and machine operations:
- Shell Rotella: Engine oils that keep your vehicles running smoothly to drive efficiency
- Shell Tellus: Hydraulic oils that keep your machines working harder for longer
- Shell Spirax: Oils that keep axles, gears and transmission systems operating at peak performance.
- Shell Gadus: Greases that help your equipment operate effectively in all conditions
Read Shell’s article to discover more about how to tap into the potential for greater efficiency and reduced costs through effective equipment maintenance. For more information about Shell products, please visit our websites or contact your local RelaDyne sales representative.