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  • Kevin Gray
    • 22 hours ago
    • 2 min read

Equipment Maintenance and Offseason Planning

Essential Strategies for Maximizing Asphalt Paving Equipment Efficiency and Business Longevity






Introduction

Drawing from decades of experience in the paving industry, Kevin shares hard-earned lessons and practical strategies that can make or break an asphalt paving business. Whether you're a seasoned paving contractor or new to the asphalt industry, this discussion is packed with actionable advice to keep your paving equipment running smoothly and your business thriving year-round.



Episode Highlights

  1. The Importance of Proactive Asphalt Equipment Maintenance

  2. Data-Driven Decision Making for Paving Contractors

  3. Building Strong Asphalt Industry Relationships

  4. Strategic Asphalt Paving Equipment Investments

  5. Offseason Planning for Asphalt Paving Companies




1) The Importance of Proactive Asphalt Equipment Maintenance

  • Address paving equipment issues before the offseason to avoid spring delays

  • Develop a systematic approach to asphalt paver and roller checks and repairs

  • Keep detailed maintenance records for each piece of paving equipment

  • Learn from Kevin's costly three-week paver breakdown experience



2) Data-Driven Decision Making for Paving Contractors

  • Track costs associated with asphalt equipment repairs and downtime

  • Use data to make informed decisions about paving equipment repairs vs. replacements

  • Consider the total cost of ownership when evaluating asphalt paving equipment purchases

  • Understand the break-even point for owning vs. renting paving equipment



3) Building Strong Asphalt Industry Relationships

  • Develop partnerships with paving equipment dealers for faster service and support

  • Invest in training for your asphalt crew to handle basic repairs and maintenance

  • Don't hesitate to seek expert help for complex paving equipment issues

  • Leverage relationships with subcontractors and asphalt equipment rental companies



4) Strategic Asphalt Paving Equipment Investments

  • Evaluate when to buy new paving equipment vs. maintaining older asphalt machines

  • Consider the impact of equipment decisions on overall asphalt business efficiency

  • Be mindful of changing market conditions and paving equipment costs

  • Understand the pros and cons of owning dump trucks and other paving assets



5) Offseason Planning for Asphalt Paving Companies

  • Prioritize asphalt equipment repairs and upgrades during downtime

  • Create a paving equipment maintenance budget and stick to it

  • Use the offseason to train staff on asphalt paving equipment operation and maintenance

  • Plan for the upcoming paving season's equipment needs



Throughout the episode, Kevin shares real-world examples and cautionary tales that illustrate the importance of smart asphalt paving equipment management. From a paver breakdown that could have paid for a new machine to the challenges of managing a fleet of asphalt trucks, listeners will gain valuable insights to apply to their own paving operations.


By implementing the strategies discussed in this episode, asphalt paving contractors can reduce costly downtime, improve operational efficiency, and set themselves up for long-term success in the competitive paving industry.



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PASER Manual: PASER Manual

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Commercial PDF Slide Deck: Commercial Slide Deck




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