Having a fixed maintenance schedule for all your machinery and equipment is standard practice to ensure longevity. The same approach should be applied to all hoses in your machinery and equipment.

Early detection of a hose needing repair can significantly reduce downtime and avert unnecessary stoppages and emergency situations. Read on for some top tips on spotting when a hose repair is required.

Visible Damage

All hoses should be regularly inspected for visible damage or signs of wear and tear. Be on the lookout for the following warning signs:

• Twists or kinks are often a result of incorrect installation and should be rectified immediately to prevent further damage.
• A crushed hose will prevent free flow through the hose, which is problematic as it can cause pressure build-up that is harmful to machinery.
• Worn surfaces or cuts both indicate a weakness in the hose that can ultimately lead to leaks.
  Rusted, ill-fitting, cracked or leaking fittings must be identified. It is not only the hose that may need repair but also the fitting holding the hose in place. These should be inspected regularly and repaired or replaced immediately when problems are detected.
• Exposed wires indicate that the hose's underlying structure has been damaged, meaning a hose repair or replacement is required.

Record Keeping And Maintenance Schedules

While the lifespan of a hose cannot be precisely determined, it is possible to assess, from past experience, approximately how long they will last. This information, along with manufacturer specifications, will provide a good guideline. It is therefore essential to keep meticulous records of all installations and hose repairs, along with your maintenance schedule to ensure that hoses are not being utilised long past their expiry date.

In this way, you should be able to maximise the lifespan of the hoses and, at the same time, protect your machinery from unnecessary damage.

Call In Expert Hose Repair Services

To ensure that you are maximising the lifespan of your hoses, be sure to call the experts when you require a hose repair. Make sure they are using high-quality products and the best techniques available to repair or replace your hoses.

Contact Diesel-Tech Machinery today for all your hose repair requirements. We can give you great advice on how to increase the lifespan of your hoses, as well as provide excellent hose repair services using the latest technology. We also have a mobile service van offering on-call breakdown support.

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