Periodic Factory Maintenance Checklist for Businesses

Currently, a concerning reality is that many business owners underestimate the importance of periodic factory maintenance. Neglecting inspections and only repairing equipment after failures occur leads to severe financial losses, production disruptions, and more. Implementing a scheduled maintenance plan is key to extending facility lifespan and optimizing costs.

In this article, TECO provides businesses with a comprehensive factory maintenance checklist, empowering technical and management teams to adopt a systematic approach and proactively build effective inspection and maintenance plans.

TECO’s team performing periodic factory maintenance for businesses.

Structural Integrity

The factory’s structural framework is critical for load-bearing and stability. Maintenance tasks include:

• Inspecting load-bearing components (columns, beams, roofs) for signs of subsidence, cracks, or deformation.

• Waterproofing and leak prevention, especially during rainy seasons: Check roof seams, expansion joints, and cladding.

• Aesthetic upkeep: Repaint walls, refurbish partitions, and maintain cladding to ensure a professional workspace.

Warning: Ignoring structural degradation poses major risks to worker safety and assets.

Roof maintenance in progress.

Electrical Systems

Regular electrical inspections prevent electrocution, fires, and equipment damage. Key tasks:

• Electrical cabinets: Clean dust, tighten connections, test insulation resistance, and verify circuit breakers/relays.

• Wiring and outlets: Assess wear, leakage, and replace non-compliant components.

• Lighting systems: Ensure adequate illumination, especially in production areas and emergency exits.

• Backup systems (UPS/generators): Test batteries, cooling systems, and follow manufacturer guidelines.

• Ground fault protection: Use specialized tools to detect leakage currents.

Well-maintained electrical systems reduce risks, stabilize operations, and save energy.

Lighting system maintenance in a factory.

3. HVAC Systems

Proper ventilation ensures worker health and productivity. Maintenance includes:

• Cleaning air filters, exhaust fans, and ducts to remove dust and bacteria.

• Monitoring vibrations/noise to assess motor and mechanical integrity.

• Calibrating cooling capacity to avoid overloading or inefficiency.

• Servicing water-cooled systems (chillers, cooling towers) if applicable.

TECO servicing rooftop ventilation systems.

Fire Protection Systems

A life-critical system requiring mandatory checks:

• Fire extinguishers: Verify pressure, expiration dates, and inspection tags.

• Sprinklers and pumps: Conduct operational tests.

• Smoke/heat sensors: Test sensitivity and clean regularly.

• Emergency lighting: Ensure functionality during power outages.

• Lightning protection: Ground resistance must be <10 ohms (per standards)

 Plumbing & Drainage

Prevent waste, contamination, and flooding through:

• Pipe inspections: Detect leaks, corrosion, or blockages.

• Water pumps/tanks: Test pressure and clean filters.

• Drainage systems: Clear debris from gutters and sumps.

• Wastewater treatment (if applicable): Ensure environmental compliance.

Production Machinery

To minimize downtime:

• Lubricate, tighten, and align per manufacturer schedules.

• Monitor vibrations, noise, and temperature for early fault detection.

• Replace worn parts: Bearings, belts, seals, etc.

• Maintain logs to track equipment lifecycle and plan upgrades.

 Facility Cleaning

A clean workspace boosts safety and efficiency:

• Floors, walls, ceilings: Remove industrial dust/oil buildup.

• Ventilation and lighting: Clean sensors and fixtures.

• Industrial waste disposal: Follow regulatory protocols.

Conclusion

“Prevention beats repair”—this philosophy extends facility lifespan, ensures operational efficiency, and safeguards long-term sustainability. By prioritizing maintenance, businesses lay the foundation for enduring success.

TECO proudly delivers professional factory maintenance services, backed by years of expertise in construction, retrofitting, and upkeep. Contact us for a free consultation tailored to your needs.