Heavy Equipment Repair Services Miami
Liftgates are common on many types of commercial vehicles including box trucks.
Liftgates provide a lot of benefits including:
- Convenience to load and unload when shipping docs aren’t available
- Increases speed of loading and unloading also increasing efficiency
- Creates safer conditions drivers and operators when loading and unloading drastically lowering the risk of workplace injuries
- More flexibility of where it’s possible to load and unload
- Reduction in the possibility of cargo damage because of the increase ease of loading and unloading
Get Fast and Affordable Repairs
Unfortunately, there are just as many issues that cause liftgates to need repaired as the benefits they provide.
Heavy Equipment Repairs Miami can help with a regular maintenance plan to prevent the need for liftgate repairs.
- Motors stop working and aren’t operational
- Leaks from hydraulic cylinders or hoses
- Lift platform doesn’t open or close properly
- Liftgate operation is slower than it should be
- Platform sags even with lighter loads
- Unstable or jerky movements when in operation
We can also help deliver fast repairs when you do have a lift gate breakdown. Common issues with liftgates include:
- Short circuit in the electrical components
- Malfunction with pressure valves or cylinders
- Motor solenoids aren’t functioning
- Hydraulic struts are bent or corroded
- Hydraulic hoses are poorly installed, damaged, or leaking
Preventative Maintenance
Want to extend the life of your liftgate?
These simple maintenance steps can ensure your liftgate continues to work properly and prolong the lifespan of your lift gate.
- Conduct preventive maintenance intervals as advised per manufacturer guidelines to detect small issues before they become big
- Keep a maintenance record to track what upkeep has been done. This makes it easier to diagnose issues when they occur.
- Provide training to workers who operate liftgates to ensure proper and safe operation and to prolong the life of your lift gate.
- Have operators perform a daily inspection of the lift gate to spot any issues before they become big problems
- Operators should be trained to report problems as soon as they occur so small issues don’t become big problems that are expensive to fix
These simple maintenance steps can ensure your liftgate continues to work properly and prolong the lifespan of your lift gate.
Liftgate Installation
As mentioned, liftgates provide massive benefits to your workers and your business.
If you’re thinking of installing lift gates on vehicles in your fleet, there’s a few things to consider.
Hydraulic or Mechanical
When choosing the proper type of lift gate to install, take into consideration lift capacity you’ll need. Hydraulic liftgates are robust and work well on uneven surfaces. These are also a great choice for heavy cargo.
Mechanical lift gates work well for lighter cargo and typically cost less to buy, install, and maintain than hydraulically lifts.
Platform Size
Choosing the proper platform size for your lift gate should take into consideration the size of the freight or cargo you’ll need to lift.
Obviously, larger cargo loads or heavier ones require larger and more robust platforms.
Platform Construction
Liftgates typically have two forms, ones made from steel or ones made from aluminum.
Steel platforms are economical but may be prone to rust.
Aluminum works well and is less weight to open and close than steel; however, it is more expensive.
Type of Gate
There are two main types of liftgates, rail gates and truck-under liftgates.
The truck under liftgate is just like it sounds, it conveniently can be stored under the truck.
A rail gay attaches to the back of the truck and covers up a portion of the rear door when not being used
Heavy Equipment Repair Miami provides maintenance, repair, and replacement of liftgates.
We perform services in our shop, on-site, and in emergency situations
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Heavy Equipment Repair Services Miami
Phone: (786) 876-7802
Email: info@heavyequipmentrepairmiami.com