Usefulness of the preventive maintenance program for your loading docks

Loading docks must be checked, adjusted, maintained and repaired regularly in order to preserve them and guarantee their proper functioning. It is recommended to entrust these tasks to qualified professionals for a lasting result that meets your security needs. Canado-Nacan Équipements puts experienced technicians specially trained in the field at your service.

What is a loading dock?

A loading dock is a place within a warehouse or industrial building where goods are loaded and unloaded. Thus, it is specially equipped to accommodate trucks or trailers of different sizes and to guarantee the safety of the transfer process.

However, the loading dock is a dangerous area that requires safety equipment in good condition. Indeed, it is a place where workers and machinery such as forklifts regularly circulate, which increases the risk of accidents or collisions. In addition, the detachment or slippage of poorly anchored trucks can cause serious injuries and significant material damage.

What is the benefit of preventative maintenance for loading dock equipment?

The preventive maintenance of the equipment of a loading dock allows above all to optimize the longevity of the latter and to guarantee their proper functioning. It is also an effective way to ensure that the area does not represent any danger to the safety and health of workers and all those who pass through it.

What are the preventive maintenance steps for loading dock equipment?

The maintenance and evaluation of loading dock equipment is done in 5 steps:

1- Cleaning

To begin with, our technicians carry out a thorough cleaning of the equipment as well as its components in order to effectively remove debris, dirt and grime that could be the cause of premature wear or malfunction. This first step thus makes it possible to restore a new shine to the parts, to optimize their lifespan and to improve their efficiency.

2- Lubrication

Then, the technicians proceed to lubricate the areas that need it using good quality and appropriate products. This step essentially protects the parts against corrosion, wear and mold and thus optimizes the efficiency of the equipment. In the long term, this guarantees better productivity by reducing downtime.

3- The adjustment

Our technicians then carry out the adjustment of each piece of equipment to guarantee its proper functioning as well as the safety and comfort of users. Indeed, a lack of adjustment considerably increases the risk of serious accidents and can cause a huge loss of time.

4- The Inspection

After cleaning, lubrication and adjustment, technicians will thoroughly inspect each piece of equipment and each component to detect any defects or problems. They will then warn you in case of problems and will offer you the appropriate predictive maintenance solutions to prevent the situation from getting worse.

5- The report

Finally, we give you a report to inform you of the interviews we have carried out and any problems to be solved with their associated cost.

Why choose Canado-Nacan Équipements?

The Canado-Nacan Équipements group has been a leader in the distribution of security, energy saving and environmental control solutions in Quebec for over 40 years now. We have also been working with Rite-Hite, a reliable brand renowned for the quality of its products, for more than 25 years. Moreover, we are currently the exclusive distributor of the network.

In addition, we are a trusted partner for preventive maintenance at loading docks because our technicians have undergone training with the equipment manufacturer and have a lot of experience in the field. Indeed, we can detect possible defective elements and offer the best solutions in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications.

Conclusion

The qualified and experienced technicians at Canado-Nacan Équipements will be happy to take care of the preventive maintenance of your loading dock equipment. To call on us or obtain additional information about our services, you can contact us directly by phone or you can send us a message via the online form on our website.