Winter maintenance for mobile elevating work platforms: Prevent downtime with Custers service

The winter period brings challenges for equipment on the construction site or around facility projects. Low temperatures, moisture, and frost have a direct impact on the reliability and lifespan of mobile elevating work platforms. While hydraulic systems and mechanical parts require attention, there is one component that is extra vulnerable in the winter: the battery. When your machine refuses to work on a cold morning, work comes to a standstill. Fortunately, you don't have to solve this alone: at Custers, we professionally take care of the maintenance and service of mobile elevating work platforms, so you can keep working without worries, no matter the weather.

As soon as the temperature drops below freezing, the chemical process inside a battery slows down (both in traditional lead-acid batteries and modern lithium-ion variants). This has directly noticeable consequences: Reduced capacity: At freezing temperatures, a battery delivers significantly less power than at room temperature (sometimes 30% to 50% less during severe frost). Slower charging speed: Cold batteries absorb current less efficiently, which can make charging take considerably longer. Risk of deep discharge: If a mobile elevating work platform stands idle in the cold and the battery runs down, the electrolyte in a lead-acid battery can freeze. This causes irreversible damage to the plates and casing.

Good preparation and professional maintenance significantly extend the lifespan of your batteries and machine. Would you like to have your mobile elevating work platforms checked before winter sets in, or do you want advice on the right maintenance plan? Custers' service department is ready to assist you. Feel free to contact us to discuss the options!