Insights on Maintenance and Repair of Multi-Story Parking Garages During the Summer

With its high temperatures, heavy rainfall, high humidity, abundance of mosquitoes and heavy operational loads, summer is a season when multi-storey car parks are prone to malfunctions and safety hazards. Following routine maintenance work throughout the summer, Maihaisheng Multi-storey Car Parks has summarised key maintenance points, equipment protection measures and safety management insights for the hot and rainy season, ensuring the smooth and safe operation of multi-storey car parks, including lift-and-translate, simple lift, vertical cycle and horizontal movement systems.

 Ⅰ. Tips for Equipment Maintenance in Hot Weather

1.During the summer, high ambient temperatures can easily cause motors, gearboxes and control cabinets to overheat and trip, leading to insulation deterioration and bearing seizure due to lack of lubrication. Maintenance efforts should focus on increasing inspections of cooling systems. Maihaisheng strongly advises all users to promptly clear dust from control cabinets and remove debris from cooling fans to ensure unobstructed ventilation and heat dissipation.

2.When exposed to prolonged high temperatures and direct sunlight, steel cables and chains are prone to becoming stiff, fatigued, elongated and corroded at an accelerated rate. It is essential to shorten the lubrication maintenance cycle and regularly apply specialised high-temperature grease to prevent potential hazards such as jamming, slippage and cable breakage. Maihaisheng Multi-storey Car Parks is committed to providing dedicated maintenance services for our customers.

3.In summer, oil temperatures in hydraulic multi-storey car parks rise rapidly, leading to potential oil leaks, unstable pressure and sluggish operation. Routine checks should be carried out for seal ageing and oil pipe expansion or leakage. Maihaisheng Multi-storey Car Parks advises customers to promptly replace seals that have deteriorated due to high temperatures.

4.Electrical components are prone to malfunctioning in high temperatures, with contactors sticking and limit switches failing. Frequent starting and stopping can also lead to burnt contacts. It is essential to monitor temperatures regularly and tighten terminal connections frequently to prevent loose connections, arcing and short circuits. This is also a key point emphasised by Maihaisheng Mechanical Car Parks regarding high-temperature maintenance.

 Ⅱ. Tips for Waterproofing and Moisture Prevention During the Rainy Season

1.Maihaisheng Mechanical Car Parks advises that during the rainy and humid summer months, garage guide rails, parking bay frames, photoelectric switches and safety limit switches are highly susceptible to moisture damage and malfunction, leading to issues with vehicle access and unintended emergency stops. Immediately after rain, dehumidify and dry electrical components, and tighten waterproof connectors.

2.Basement and sunken garages are prone to water accumulation and dampness. Ensure drainage systems are kept clear to prevent water from submerging chains, tracks and sensors, thereby avoiding rust, jamming, electrical short circuits and leakage. Maihaisheng Mechanical Garages advises customers to pay close attention to routine maintenance.

3.Maihaisheng Mechanical Car Parks advises customers that steel structures and vehicle platforms are prone to rapid rusting and paint peeling during the rainy season. Pay particular attention to inspecting welds, corners and connecting parts for corrosion, and promptly remove rust and repaint to prevent a reduction in structural strength and the loosening or detachment of bolts. We recommend carrying out necessary maintenance checks on a monthly basis.

4.During thunderstorms, strictly enforce the power-off maintenance protocol. Work is strictly prohibited during thunderstorms and strong winds. Ensure lightning protection and earthing systems are properly tested to eliminate the risk of lightning strikes and static electricity shocks.

 Ⅲ. Summary of Common Summer Faults in Maihaisheng Multi-Storey Car Parks

1.High temperatures cause a decline in braking performance, leading to vehicles rolling away when parked, inaccurate positioning and failure to stop at the designated position. It is essential to frequently check the brake clearance and brake pad wear.

2.Insects, willow catkins and debris can block the photoelectric safety devices, causing the car park to malfunction and trigger frequent alarms. Clean the safety light curtains and anti-fall devices daily.

3.During the summer peak usage period, car parks frequently operate at full capacity, leading to an increase in fatigue-related faults. Equipment must not be operated whilst faulty; ensure that minor issues are addressed immediately.

4.Exposure to high temperatures and direct sunlight causes rubber bumpers and cushioning pads to age and crack, reducing safety performance. Replace aged and vulnerable components regularly.

Only through regular maintenance can the service life of the equipment be extended.

 Ⅳ. On-site Safety and Best Practices for Maintenance and Servicing

1.During the summer months, staff are prone to heat exhaustion and fatigue, which can lead to a lack of concentration. Procedures for working at height, maintenance in shafts, and power disconnection and tagging must never be compromised. Maisheng Multi-storey Car Parks strictly prohibits unsafe and risky maintenance practices and reminds customers to carry out maintenance in accordance with regulations.

2.Strictly enforce the procedures for power disconnection, voltage testing, tagging and locking. In hot and humid environments, implement a reasonable shift rotation system to strictly prevent heatstroke, falls from height and crushing injuries. This is a mandatory reminder from Maihaisheng Multi-storey Car Parks to maintenance personnel.

3.Maintain detailed maintenance logs recording faults caused by temperature fluctuations, oil leaks, overheating and moisture ingress. Conduct comparative analyses between seasons to predict the service life of vulnerable components in advance.

4.Strengthen safety reminders for vehicle owners: do not leave flammable or explosive items inside vehicles during summer to prevent secondary accidents such as fires or explosions within the car park.

 Ⅴ. Insights into the Long-Term Maintenance of Maihaisheng Multi-Storey Car Parks

The key aspects of summer maintenance for multi-storey car parks are protection against high temperatures, humidity, ageing, overloading and electrical leakage.

Frequent inspections, short maintenance cycles, thorough lubrication, strict waterproofing and meticulous tightening are essential to significantly reduce sudden breakdowns, extend the service life of the equipment, ensure the safe, stable and efficient storage and retrieval of vehicles throughout the year, and minimise the risk of customer complaints and safety incidents. Maihaisheng Multi-storey Car Parks provides clients with the correct maintenance and repair methods, safeguarding the operation of multi-storey car parks for customers worldwide.