We are thrilled to announce that Houston Heavy Machinery has been granted the privilege of becoming an authorized dealer for Takeuchi!
We are a full-line licensed Takeuchi dealership capable of fulfilling any parts, service, and sales needs. We’re ready to take on new orders today!
This partnership signifies a new era of growth and excellence for us, and we couldn’t be more excited to embark on this journey alongside Takeuchi!
In the event you receive a warning indicator on a CAT Dozer do you know what to do? We’ll show you how to access your trouble codes in the monitor. There you can send us a list and we can help you resolve the problem.
Push the top button for information. Scroll down to service and select okay.
Select diagnostics. This will give you a list of your codes.
You can select your codes for more information. Scroll through send us a list and we will help you find a solution.
Machinery pre-inspections are vital. They help avoid costly downtime, repairs, and most importantly-ensure safety. One of our lead Service Technicians-Mason Sydow -showcases the basic steps involved in a pre-inspection.
Prior to performing any inspection-making sure all of the safety protocols are followed is step one. Refer to your machine’s Operation and Maintenance Manual (OMM) to make sure the necessary safety precautions have been done.
Walk the perimeter of the machine and look for signs of oil on the ground. Look beneath the bottom of the machine as well. Check track tension and inspect under carriage for signs of rubbing and excessive wear.
Make sure to check all fluid levels before starting machine. You’ll want to check your final drive oil level. They need to be lined up. This is also explained more thoroughly in the OMM. Check track tension for a slight droop over the front idler, to the carrier roller, and then to the sprocket segments.
Check hydraulic cylinders on both sides of the machine. Make sure there are no leaks coming out of the seals. Check the fluid lines, angle cylinder, lift cylinder. Make sure fluid lines are good and not leaking.
Check the cutting edge and make sure there is no missing hardware and there is enough life left in the cutting edge.
Check hydraulic oil level and make sure the hydraulic fill cap and fuel cap are in place.
Step back and look under the machine for any signs of hydraulic leaks. Check both duo cone seals for the final drives and make sure they’re not leaking. Walk the perimeter of the machine and look for signs of oil on the ground. Look beneath the bottom of the machine as well.
Additional inspections that should routinely be checked before turning on the machine are checking the oil, checking the coolant levels, and testing the back up alarm and horn. Also, make sure the entire machine is greased daily or every 10 operating hours .
The above photos are show an example of oil leaking from a cylinder and duo cone on the final drive. If you notice any of the aforementioned issues or other; HHM has a full team of service technicians readily available. Call us at (713) 864-4945.
If you invested in a Mazzarati would you take the time to get it serviced? You bet your ass you would. So why should servicing your heavy machinery be any different? Answer: It shouldn’t.
Here a few tips for keeping your machines working properly.
Service Regularly
Similar to visiting your general physician every year your machine will need a checkup each year. To keep your earthmoving equipment running properly you need to make time for servicing in order to keep your equipment at the industry standard. Quick and rushed maintenance on a machine won’t help much either. Heavy machinery repair completed in a time crunch generally produces more problems.
And while we’re on the topic, don’t let a minor issue turn into a major headache. When you notice the slightest issue, you should reach out to a team who knows not only what they are doing but how to do it well.
Use The Right Team
There’s nothing quite like a team who knows what they’re doing. Want to know what’s better? A team that isn’t just trying to make an extra buck. Our team’s focus is on building a lasting relationship with result-driven work ethics. Weird right?
Our mission is to provide high-quality machinery with excellent service and support to customers around the world, which includes you and your machine. Tired of dealing with a company who is lacking in the service department? Give us a try. We can almost guarantee you won’t be using another company once you understand the Houston Heavy Machinery difference.
Don’t Overwork Your Machine
We know the machines are made to work but overworking a machine won’t do you much good. Your owner/operator manual should state the performance specifications and limitations for each of your machines. It’s up to you to follow so you don’t push your machines too far.
Understanding and abiding by weight limits for loads and grades is an easy way to ensure that you don’t run into any unforeseen problems. Making sure that the proper power mode is on during certain jobs will improve the longevity of your machine, as well.
Finally, minimizing your heavy machinery’s travel and idle time can add to the life of your machines.
If you’d like to speak with someone from Houston Heavy Machinery feel free to give us a call at (713) 864-4945 or shoot us an email ([email protected]).
