As the busiest parts of the construction season begin to wind down and demand for concrete production wanes, many concrete batch plants are preparing for annual shutdowns and maintenance. Getting ready for the quieter months is just as important as preparing for the busy season, as it can dictate the efficiency, safety, and operability of the plant for the next year. 

Equipment Maintenance for the Offseason

Concrete production tends to see a lot of wear and tear on equipment, particularly equipment exposed to dust and vibrations. Regular checks and equipment maintenance can prevent unexpected downtime when everything should be up and running. In some instances, in-house tune-ups are all that are necessary to maximize your scheduled downtime and get everything ready for next year. Having a small inventory of extra equipment and parts on hand can make these maintenance projects move more quickly and smoothly. 

Other larger projects may require a partner who understands your systems and equipment and who can step in to take on the equipment maintenance. Egan Company’s IntelliBatch® team has design, engineering, and field expertise to support concrete batch plants, making adjustments and providing service to keep equipment fully operational as it is designed. 

Batch Plant Upgrades

Shutdown season is a perfect opportunity to make larger upgrades to your facility, as well. Take advantage of built-in downtime and consider what major projects, new batching equipment, or upgrades need to occur. Planning ahead and preparing for these large-scale plant upgrades can save time and money down the road. New equipment and control systems can improve the efficiency of batching operations, and preventing downtime can help your facility run with the reliability and consistency required during production season. 

Prepare for Shutdowns

The timing of internal projects for concrete batch plants is crucial to ensure everything is running properly when demand increases again in the spring. Next year’s busy season can be more productive than ever thanks to key facility upgrades, equipment maintenance, and strategic partnerships. This time of year is when Egan’s IntelliBatch team comes to life. With increased demand for projects big and small in the coming months, we request a 6-week project lead time to ensure we can give each project the time and attention it deserves. Get in touch and learn how we can help you during shutdown season and beyond.