Frequently Used Terms

Heavy equipment refers to large machinery used in construction, agriculture, mining, and industrial applications, such as excavators, bulldozers, loaders, and cranes.

OEM stands for Original Equipment Manufacturer. It refers to the company that originally designs and manufactures a piece of equipment or its components.

An OEM product is a part or component made by the original manufacturer of the equipment. These products are designed to meet the exact specifications of the machine and are often recommended to maintain performance and warranty compliance.

Preventive maintenance is regularly scheduled service and inspections performed to reduce equipment breakdowns, extend equipment life, and improve reliability.

Aftermarket parts are replacement parts not made by the original equipment manufacturer. They are typically produced by third-party companies and may offer cost savings or alternative options to OEM parts.

Downtime refers to the period when equipment is not operational due to maintenance, repairs, or unexpected breakdowns, which can lead to lost productivity and increased costs.

Service intervals are recommended timeframes or usage milestones (such as hours of operation) at which maintenance tasks should be performed to keep equipment operating efficiently.

MPN stands for Manufacturer Part Number. It is a unique identifier assigned by the manufacturer to a specific part to ensure accurate identification, ordering, and replacement.

PPE stands for Personal Protective Equipment. It includes safety gear such as helmets, gloves, safety glasses, and boots used to protect workers from injury or hazards on the job site.

A preventive maintenance checklist is a step-by-step list of inspection and service tasks used to ensure all required maintenance is completed consistently and correctly.