The Importance of Post-planting Service Inspections
Although you probably monitor the condition of your equipment on a daily basis, especially during planting season, it’s still a good idea to get regular inspections to help protect your equipment investment.
Equipment inspection is not just about making sure your equipment runs when needed but can save you money and time in the long run. It usually costs a lot less to have equipment repaired than replaced. Inspections help prevent major repairs, or even worse - equipment failure.
WHAT IS CHECKED DURING A POST-PLANTING SERVICE INSPECTION?
A complete inspection is an important preventive way to make sure equipment is safe for use and that all systems are working properly. Below are the routine inspection check points that are included in a Redline Equipment post-planting inspection:
- Drive bearings and chains
- Ground engaging equipment for wear such as openers and no till coulters
- Clutches (if equipped)
- Seed tubes
- Closing wheels
- Depth control
- Parallel arms
- Fertilizer system (wear and functionality)
- Check for any leaks
- Monitor system
- Hoses and cylinders
- Folding and latching mechanisms
The Redline Equipment Service Technicians will also complete a winterization flush of the fertilizer system with RV antifreeze, and check for leaks.
With regular inspections, you make sure your equipment is in top shape and can handle the toughest jobs. A trained Redline Equipment technician can determine if small repairs will make a big difference and can suggest repairs to help your equipment run more efficiently. An equipment technician may point out details you might tend to overlook.
Most importantly, regular inspections ensure the safety of you and your workers. You can get projects done on schedule with peace of mind, knowing your equipment is in good condition. When it comes down to it, there is no reason not to have regular inspections and get the most out of the investment you made in your farm equipment.