Four Key Maintenance Strategies to Extend Warehouse Equipment Life

Unplanned downtime in warehouses can cost $25,000–$50,000 per hour. The right maintenance strategy helps extend warehouse equipment life, reduce failures, and improve safety. Here are four proven approaches:

• Preventive Maintenance – Schedule inspections, servicing, and repairs to catch issues early and minimize costly breakdowns.
• Predictive IoT Maintenance – Use sensors, analytics, and condition monitoring to predict failures and cut costs by up to 25%.
• Maintenance Records – Keep accurate digital logs to track service, spot recurring issues, and support compliance.
• Staff Training – Invest in hands-on and digital training to ensure maintenance teams are skilled and effective.

Implementing these strategies boosts productivity, extends material handling equipment lifespan, and maximizes ROI.