Case Studies​

The Result

$1.9

Saved in the first quarter
Saved in the first quarter

$97

Average PM reduced
Average PM reduced

245%

Average Response and
resolution time improved

Average Response and resolution time improved

“The Preventive Maintenance program NFD implemented improved our equipment reliability”

“The Preventive Maintenance program NFD implemented improved our equipment reliability”

Logistics & Freight

Industry
Logistics & Freight
Geographics
Nationwide
Size
300+ Locations

Freight and Transportation, a leading freight and logistics company in the US, was struggling with significant downtime and maintenance costs due to frequent breakdowns and malfunctions of their dock and receiving door equipment.

The problem

Freight and Transportation is a prominent US-based freight and logistics company that was struggling with frequent breakdowns and malfunctions of their dock and receiving door equipment. These issues caused considerable downtime, leading to higher maintenance costs and prevented them from meeting their production targets. This resulted in customer dissatisfaction and financial losses, threatening their position in the industry. It was essential to find a solution that would minimize equipment downtime, reduce maintenance costs, and increase customer satisfaction.

The problem​

Freight and Transportation is a prominent US-based freight and logistics company that was struggling with frequent breakdowns and malfunctions of their dock and receiving door equipment. These issues caused considerable downtime, leading to higher maintenance costs and prevented them from meeting their production targets. This resulted in customer dissatisfaction and financial losses, threatening their position in the industry. It was essential for ABC to find a solution that would minimize equipment downtime, reduce maintenance costs, and increase customer satisfaction.

The Solution

National Facilities Direct (NFD) came to the rescue with a customized solution prioritizing preventive maintenance programs for the dock and receiving door equipment across distribution centers. NFD’s team of experts conducted a thorough inspection of all equipment and identified potential issues before they could turn into significant problems. They then created a tailored preventive maintenance schedule that met the client’s unique needs. The preventive maintenance program included regular lubrication of bearings, replacement of worn-out parts, and equipment cleaning. By conducting these tasks regularly, NFD ensured that the dock and receiving door equipment were always in optimal condition, minimizing the risk of breakdowns and malfunctions. The result was a significant improvement in production KPIs, as the minimized downtime and increased equipment reliability allowed them to meet their production targets. The preventive maintenance program also helped decrease the overall mechanical maintenance costs for the client, as NFD could detect and fix issues before they turned into significant problems. National Facilities Direct’s expertise and dedication to ensuring the client’s satisfaction was a testament to their commitment to providing customized solutions that meet their clients’ needs.