The Gearbox Maintenance Schedule Every Facility Manager Should Know
The Gearbox Maintenance Schedule Every Facility Manager Should Know
Gearboxes may not be the flashiest part of your operation—but they are one of the most failure-prone. Preventive maintenance is the #1 way to avoid unexpected breakdowns, production halts, and costly rebuilds.
Why Gearbox Maintenance Matters
A single gearbox failure can halt an entire line. Regular maintenance helps avoid thermal degradation, oil contamination, and gear wear long before failure sets in.
Recommended Maintenance Intervals
Here’s our recommended preventive schedule based on industrial gearbox usage:
Maintenance Checklist
- Daily: Visual check for leaks, listen for unusual noise
- Monthly: Check oil levels, inspect breather caps
- Quarterly: Conduct thermal scan, review vibration logs
- Biannually: Drain and replace oil (or sample for analysis)
- Annually: Full inspection including backlash and shaft alignment
How We Help Colorado Facilities Stay Reliable
We provide full-service gearbox PMs, inspections, and rebuild alerts so you’re never caught off guard. Whether you're in Denver, Colorado Springs, or rural Colorado, we dispatch on-site quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if I skip maintenance?
Skipping inspections increases the risk of catastrophic failures—often leading to more costly repairs, longer downtime, and asset loss.
Do I need special tools for thermal or vibration scans?
Yes—our technicians use calibrated equipment to detect micro-wear and thermal hotspots that aren't visible through basic inspection.
Can you track maintenance for us?
Absolutely. We offer annual PM contracts with tracking, reporting, and pre-scheduled service alerts based on run-hours or calendar dates.
