In 2017, the machine had reached over 18,000 hours and Site Manager, Mark Wilde, began looking into options for it. “As the machine is a vital part of our operations, we wanted to take a proactive approach before any major components failed and the machine suffered significant down-time. We’d had two competitive makes of machine refurbished recently, so approached SMT GB to see how much it would cost to refurbish the L90F.”
Sam Duggan, Customer Support Representative for
SMT GB, met with Mark to discuss their requirements and put together a quote. Sam comments, “The quote was for a complete ‘new life’ refurbishment of the L90F which included a new engine, transmission and hydraulics. The D6 engine is a factory-reconditioned engine, saving significant cost, while a new transmission and hydraulic pump were fitted.” Mark adds, “Because the work is carried out by SMT GB, the refurbishment is covered under a 1-year or 2,000 machine
hour (whichever occurs first) parts and labour warranty. We could also refurbish two machines for the same cost as buying a new one and so we decided to proceed with the refurbishment.”
The L90F was delivered into the workshop at the SMT GB Horsham depot on 30 October and firstly steam cleaned then given a full inspection before the refurbishment began. SMT GB engineer, Robin Winyard, and SMT GB apprentice, Les Searle, then stripped the machine and began rebuilding. On dismantling the machine, any additional defects identified were listed accordingly, estimated for, and then discussed with the customer to obtain authorisation for repairs while maintaining a high level of communication with them throughout. Once the rebuild was complete, all machine systems/circuits were tested before the L90 left Horsham. With the engineering work complete, the machine then travelled on 8 December to SMT GB’s Used Equipment
c The L90F is steam cleaned before entering the workshop d Steam clean complete and ready for refurbishment
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