Production: Standstill or Resumption? Tips from the BUSS Service Team
Due to the current situation, production facilities around the world have come to a standstill. However, operations will gradually resume, and we will gradually return to normal.
Checklist for Resuming Production Operations
When restarting your BUSS system after a shutdown, in addition to a preliminary inspection—in accordance with the operating instructions—special attention should be paid to the following steps:
- Check the “Emergency Stop” and “Safety Switch” functions
- Verify that wear on process components is still within tolerance limits
- Check the color and oil level of the gear lubricant
- Inspect filters and hose connections in the oil and water circuits of the temperature control units and connections to the kneader
- Perform a leak test on the shaft seal
- Check upstream and downstream silos as well as all conveyor lines for residues and clean them if necessary
- Check the gearbox oil seals for leaks
- Once the process section of the machine has reached operating temperature, the temperature should be maintained for a while to ensure that any material residues in the process chamber melt.
Do you have sufficient spare parts on hand?
The effects of the current pandemic are being felt globally, particularly in logistics and customs clearance, which may result in long delivery times. We therefore recommend that you assess your spare parts requirements and place orders as early as possible. BUSS AG stands by your side as a strong partner during these challenging times.
Please contact the BUSS service team for further information and a personalized quote. We are happy to assist you!
Virtual support from our service team
We, too, are doing our part to help contain the spread of the virus by avoiding face-to-face contact. Nevertheless, the specialists on our service team are here to assist you. We offer video-supported
- Inspections
- Repairs
- Troubleshooting (processes, mechanics, control systems)
Contact us now—we’re here for you.
