Consider this: if everything about the work completed in your shop is equal to that of a competitor, your ability to get the job done well and quickly is your edge over the competition.
This is where Inca Lifts can be exceptionally helpful to your company. Our hoists and lifts save time and increase efficiency in the workshops that use them.

What is Workplace Efficiency?

Workplace efficiency allows workers to be optimally productive while using the minimum number of resources, time, and effort. An efficient workplace typically leads to higher productivity, increased profits, higher worker satisfaction, greater camaraderie, enhanced quality, and loyal customers.

How Can I Improve Efficiency in My Shop?

There are a number of ways to build efficiency into your workday.

• Workplace Culture – An often overlooked component of the workplace, workplace culture is not created by employers, but you can encourage specific attitudes. Give all employees respect. Whether you are speaking with the custodial or the CFO, treat them as people you value. Consider teambuilding events or a suggestion box to allow employees to express themselves in non-traditional ways.
• Innovation – Upping efficiency with innovation does not always mean creating a new product or service. It can sometimes be taking a hard look at how things are and improving on it. Relying on your staff to help with this can enhance the workplace culture you are striving to achieve. Customers, suppliers, and others you contact consistently can also be a great source of ideas for innovation.

Examples of Efficiency Innovations

• Business process improvements (such as a lift or hoist) to help employees do more work in less time
• Waste minimisation
• Simplifying an existing process

Streamlining Workflow – It is easy to be caught up in the ‘way things have always been done’ mentality. This is why taking a step back to review how processes are working now is an important part of building efficiency. Take the time to create a benchmark using your businesses’ Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), so you can track changes in workflow.

A significant factor in streamlining workflow is to define and prioritise tasks carefully. This will ensure your shop’s efficiency. Keeping track of how many hours an employee spends on a specific type of project can also shed light on any potential bottlenecks that impede progress.

Effective Resource Allocation – Assuring that your company’s resources are used in the best way possible is vital for efficiency. In a workshop, this includes having necessary tools ready for your employees to use, ensuring equipment is easy to access, and any needed materials are available. Safe materials and equipment are essential facets of resource allocation, and regular safety checks must be carried out.

Embracing Technology – Working with the latest technology can upset some employees, but eventual change in all areas is unavoidable. The fact that modern technology can significantly enhance workshop efficiency is not changing.

Consider workshop life before computer technology. Handwritten invoices and estimates to keep track of were difficult to manage and took a great amount of time. Without an automatic inventory, you were at risk of running out of basic necessities for the shop. These are just a few examples.

When you look at lifts and hoists that come with true game-changing technology, it is easy to see why embracing these is vital. The ease of lifting and lowering the vehicles you are working on is amazing. You and your staff will never want to return to the old way of doing things.

Continuous Training and Skill Development – A significant issue seen in hundreds of businesses in a variety of industries is that sufficient training for proper use is often non-existent.

The problem with this scenario is easy to spot. Not only will the company not recoup the cost of new equipment used improperly and inefficiently, but it is also potentially dangerous to allow workers to operate hoists and lifts without enough training. Investing in continuous training and skill development for technicians contributes to increased workshop efficiency.

Conclusion

Regardless of the size of your workshop, if you work on heavy machinery, our lifts and hoists can save you and your employees time and effort in raising and lowering the equipment. Inca Lifts provides top-of-the-line equipment to increase your shop’s efficiency and safety. We offer training for your team, and we follow up to make sure you are satisfied with your new equipment.

If you want to learn more about our lifts and hoists, please contact Inca Lifts. Our staff is well-trained in customer support, service, and sales. You can be confident that you are speaking with a trained professional who can assist you in optimising your equipment use, maintaining your team’s safety, and minimising downtime.

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For Inca Lifts, the Brisbane Truck Show is an excellent opportunity to showcase their products and services and offer expert advice and guidance to visitors on choosing the right lift solution for their needs. The company prides itself on its team of experienced professionals who will be on hand at the event to provide valuable insights into the lift and elevator industry.

Inca Lifts’ participation in the Brisbane Truck Show 2023 highlights its focus on innovation, sustainability, and customer service. The company is excited to showcase its expertise and provide visitors with valuable insights into the lift and elevator industry.

One of the exciting things visitors can look forward to at the Brisbane Truck Show is Inca Lifts’ special sale for BTS 2023. With sets starting from just $22,990 ex GST, an unbeatable price for clients looking to upgrade their lift solutions. This is a limited-time offer, and visitors are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to secure their orders.

The Brisbane Truck Show also provides an excellent opportunity for Inca Lifts to connect with other industry professionals and stay up-to-date on the latest trends and developments in the market

In addition to providing valuable insights into the mobile column lift industry, Inca Lifts will continue to strive on providing excellent customer service. The company understands that choosing the right lift solution for clients’ needs can be a challenging task, which is why it offers expert advice and guidance to help clients make informed decisions. Inca Lifts’ team of experienced professionals will be on hand at the Brisbane Truck Show to provide visitors with the support they need to choose the right lift solution for their needs.

As a company, Inca Lifts is dedicated to developing innovative mobile column lift solutions that meet the changing needs of its clients. The company believes that innovation is key to staying ahead of the competition and providing clients with the best possible solutions. Inca Lifts’ participation in the Brisbane Truck Show provides an opportunity for the company to showcase its innovative solutions and demonstrate its commitment to staying at the forefront of not only the trucking industry but other industries such as the mining and other transport industries.

Inca Lifts’ participation in the Brisbane Truck Show 2023 highlights the company’s focus on innovation, sustainability, and customer service. The event provides an excellent opportunity for the company to showcase its products and services, offer expert advice and guidance to visitors, and connect with other industry professionals. Visitors can take advantage of Inca Lifts’ special sale for BTS 2023 and upgrade their lift and elevator solutions at an unbeatable price. We hope to see you all down there!

For more information visit: https://www.brisbanetruckshow.com.au/

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Even top-of-the-line machines will work inefficiently and eventually fail without the correct care. This is why at Inca Lifts we make sure our clients understand the critical nature of proper maintenance.

Correct maintenance is not just a smart idea. In Australia, it is the law. Among other things, Australian Standard AS/NZ 1418.9 requires the following:

• ‘In House’ training of all users of the hoist
• Ensure safety procedures are visible and available, including hoist decals and operation manuals.
• Record all inspections, maintenance, modifications, and repairs, and retain the logs.
• Hoists must undergo inspection by a qualified person when the machine reaches ten years of service.
• After 25 years of use, the hoist manufacturer must be contacted to see if the machine is eligible for an extension for its continued use. This is because most machinery of this type has a 25-year ‘design life.’

To help you keep your equipment in excellent condition, here are the top three ways you can maintain your mobile hoists.

1. Regular Inspections

It is easy to become wrapped up in work projects and misses small but significant issues with your hoist equipment. A daily visual inspection is necessary to prevent widespread, more expensive, and potentially dangerous situations. Additionally, your hoist equipment should undergo monthly inspections checking for wear and tear and malfunctions or poor performance.

If your hoist machinery is modified in some way or if it has not been used for several months, you should inspect it to ensure safe operations upon use.

2. Proper Cleaning and Lubrication

Debris is one of the top reasons for hoist failure. Ensure your machinery is in top shape by cleaning and lubricating it according to the manufacturer’s direction. Do not hesitate to contact the manufacturer if you do not have access to cleaning and lubricating instructions.

3. Professional Maintenance

Keeping up with maintenance is vital to ensure your equipment is safe for use and working well. In addition, you should schedule an annual maintenance session with a professional auto lift technician who is a specialist in your particular brand of hoist.

In between professional checkups, follow this checklist of regular maintenance tasks.

DAILY

• Wipe away dirt or grease
• Inspect the moving parts, cables, and hoses for problems such as signs of unusual wear and tear.
• Check the locking mechanisms and safety features before use
• Make a note of any parts that are not functioning correctly and replace them right away

WEEKLY

• Inspect all pulleys, rollers, chains, and safety lock pivot points and lubricate them to ensure smooth operation and prevent rust
• Check for proper mounting of nuts, bolts, cables, and pins. Tighten anything that seems loose.
• Look for damaged parts and replace them as needed

MONTHLY

• Check the tension of hoses, chains, and cables and adjust as needed
• Carefully clean the entire lift. Not only does this improve the appearance and prevent decay, but it exposes any hidden issues
• Check anchor bolts and tighten any loose bolts
• Check to make sure the hoist columns are securely bolted to the shop floor and sit squarely in place

You can count on top quality at a fair price regardless of the type of Inca Lifts product you purchased. If you are unsure about maintenance, please reach out to us. Everyone who represents Inca Lifts is trained to ensure our customers are satisfied and their expectations exceeded.

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