7 reasons why original spare parts are better for you and your company
The market for illegal spare parts for industrial machinery has grown in recent years, with it becoming increasingly possible to obtain non-genuine replacement parts for marine engines, industrial engines and other machinery in use.
While it may be tempting to try to cut costs by opting for non-genuine spare parts over their original counterparts when you need to replace them, there are risks associated with doing so. While there is a common misconception that purchasing non-genuine parts can save you money up front, the increased risk can cost you dearly in the long run, making your efforts to save money counterproductive. At ABATO Motoren, we have listed the top seven reasons why you should always choose genuine parts for the machines used in your business.
1. Lower total cost of ownership
The reason illegal parts have a market is that they can offer a lower initial cost. However, by choosing genuine parts you can lower the total cost of ownership and save money in the long run. Genuine parts are guaranteed to fit into your existing machines as intended, allowing processes to continue as intended. These parts are also more likely to work effectively for longer, reducing breakdowns and problems. Therefore, using genuine parts can improve your return on investment, giving you more value. In addition, original parts are often not as expensive as you might expect. Most manufacturers will price their parts competitively. This means you can still get a good price. In some cases, original parts can even be cheaper than non-original parts! It is definitely worth checking with the original manufacturer before considering going for a non-original part.
2. Designed for your equipment
Purchasing an original spare part for your machine ensures that it is designed to fit as it should. Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of these machines take the time to verify that the parts meet the requirements. In addition, the components are rigorously tested. This is not the case with non-genuine parts, which are often poorly designed and untested. This means that by using only genuine parts, you can be sure that processes are running smoothly. This limits errors in the equipment. It will also help you avoid damage to other parts caused by faulty or poorly assembled parts.
3. Automatically revised and updated
OEMs, such as Weichai, are actively engaged in continuous research and development of their machines and components. This means they can constantly revise their parts to make them more effective. Due to increased control over remanufacturing by original manufacturers, the parts you buy are likely to be improved. This means they are up-to-date and give you the best results. So, by choosing genuine parts over non-genuine, you can ensure long-term correct operation as a benefit of revision control.
4. Compliance with Warranties
When you buy equipment from a manufacturer, you are likely covered by a warranty. This includes warranty on the parts of that equipment. This means that if something goes wrong, you can get a replacement or repair from the manufacturer. However, if you buy non-genuine parts, they are probably not covered by the warranty. If they do fail, it can be difficult to get a repair from the manufacturer. In addition, non-genuine parts may void your entire warranty. Especially if the non-original spare parts cause problems with the rest of the equipment. This means you could face costly repairs or replacements. However, by choosing original parts you can continue to benefit from the warranty.
5. Accelerated Identification, Ordering and Stock Management
There is another advantage of choosing genuine spare parts as opposed to their counterfeit counterparts. You can identify problems with the production line more quickly and replace parts before serious consequences occur. By keeping all the different parts in your equipment original, you can benefit from technology that notifies you of any faults and enables quick repair to minimize negative impact. Similarly, you can get help with ordering and saving. For example, you can order spare parts before they are repaired. In addition, you can keep a stock of needed parts for when they are needed. By using these genuine parts you can make the repair cycle run smoothly. All in all, you can therefore guarantee a long life and quality of your equipment.
6. Increased security
One of the main reasons to always choose original over non-original spare parts is the reduced risk for your machines and your personnel. Non-genuine spare parts may be of poor quality, and poor quality is a risk. Placing a defective part in a machine can cause damage to other parts and even damage the machine as a whole. In addition, it can lead to control problems and even a fire hazard if there is a problem with electrical components. It's not just the rest of your equipment that's at risk if a pirate component fails; the operators of the machine are also at risk. To keep safety standards high, you should choose genuine parts. As mentioned earlier, OEMs will test parts to ensure they are of the highest quality and use only the best materials.
7. Access to OEM experts
In addition to the quality of the parts themselves, by choosing original equipment and parts you can benefit from the expertise of the manufacturers who made them. By dealing directly with the OEMs, they can advise you on the best way to replace and maintain your equipment, which can provide a direct benefit to your business. ABATO Motoren supplies original spare parts for all Baudouin, Weichai and Siyang engines. In case of malfunctions or defects, our experts can advise you on the parts needed to solve your problems. If necessary, one of our certified technicians can carry out the repair on site.
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