Schedules, best practices, and record keeping for all industrial equipment types.
Maintenance history is material evidence of condition, component age and recurring faults. Build the programme from the manufacturer's instructions, statutory duties, operating conditions, failure history and condition data, then revise it when use or environment changes.
Do not use this page as a service schedule. Intervals and tasks depend on the exact machine, duty and environment. Follow the current manufacturer instructions and any statutory inspection requirements; use this guide to structure the programme and its records.
Time- or usage-based scheduled maintenance. The lowest cost per hour approach. Oil changes, filter replacements, belt inspections.
Condition-based — oil analysis, vibration monitoring, thermal imaging. Identifies issues before failure. Requires investment in monitoring tools.
Fix-on-failure. No upfront cost but highest long-term cost, unplanned downtime, and secondary damage risk. Acceptable only for non-critical components.
A documented maintenance history gives buyers stronger evidence of condition and work performed. It does not replace inspection, but it helps explain component age, recurring faults and whether recommended work was completed.
Disclaimer: Maintenance intervals and procedures are general guidance only. Always follow your OEM service manual as the primary reference. Regulatory requirements for safety-critical equipment (pressure vessels, lifting gear, etc.) vary by jurisdiction.