Ensure your premises is 2025 Ready: A Month-by-Month Guide
Posted on 23rd January 2025 at 11:13
As a maintenance manager overseeing large industrial sites, ensuring the optimal performance of your doors and loading bays is crucial for operational efficiency, energy conservation, and security. Proactive planning throughout the year can prevent unexpected breakdowns, enhance safety, and contribute to significant cost savings. Thanks to our experts and 50 years’ experience, we present you with a month-by-month guide to help you prepare for 2025.
January: Prioritise Preventative Maintenance
The cold temperatures of January can exacerbate issues with industrial doors and loading bays, leading to potential breakdowns. Since this month is typically quieter for many businesses, it's an ideal time to schedule comprehensive maintenance checks. Regular servicing ensures that doors operate smoothly, reduces the risk of malfunctions, and extends their lifespan.
Learn more about the importance of regular maintenance and how it can save you time and money in the long run by visiting our blog on preventive servicing here. Let the experts at Stanair handle everything and ensure that your operations keep running smoothly.
February: Order Spring Essentials
With spring on the horizon, February is the time to order equipment that enhances both security and environmental control. Consider investing in trackless gates, which provide robust security while allowing for adequate airflow. Additionally, PVC strip curtains are effective in maintaining internal temperatures and preventing the ingress of insects, contributing to a more controlled environment.
Discover the many ways spring products like trackless gates and PVC strip curtains can improve your facility’s efficiency and security. Visit our product pages here to find out more or contact our team to discuss your specific needs.
March & April: Budget for Energy-Efficient Upgrades
As the financial year ends and budgets are finalised, March and April provide the perfect opportunity to plan for energy-saving upgrades.
One of the most impactful investments you can make is in rapid action doors. These high-speed doors minimise the time they remain open, significantly reducing energy loss and improving temperature control.
Unlike cheaper alternatives like additional insulation or temporary seals, rapid action doors deliver long-term benefits through enhanced security, lower maintenance costs, and improved operational efficiency. Their durability ensures they withstand high-traffic use, making them an essential upgrade for busy industrial sites.
Want to know how rapid action doors can revolutionise your facility? Visit our in-depth guide on energy-efficient door solutions here or get a quote from our experts to see the cost savings for yourself.
April: Enhance Weather Seals
April's wet conditions necessitate ensuring that dock shelters, weather seals, and brush strips are in optimal condition. Additionally, dock levellers and sectional doors play a critical role in managing the challenges of wet weather by ensuring smooth loading and unloading operations, minimising downtime caused by water ingress, and enhancing safety.
Don’t let spring showers disrupt your operations. Visit our blog to learn more about weatherproofing your site or contact Stanair to service your dock levellers, sectional doors, and other vital equipment. Using our expert engineers guarantees you peace of mind – knowing that your site will receive the best possible care and attention.
May: Plan for Summer Comfort
With warmer weather approaching, May is the time to strategise on keeping your facility cool. Solutions like mesh screen doors provide excellent ventilation while preventing pests from entering. Additionally, perforated shutters are a fantastic choice for maintaining airflow while enhancing security, offering versatility and a sleek design.
Enhance comfort and security with our tailored solutions. Learn more about mesh screens and perforated roller shutters on our product pages, or let Stanair guide you in selecting the right option for your site’s needs.
June: Order Rapid Action Doors for Winter
Considering the lead times for bespoke installations, June is the ideal month to order rapid action doors in preparation for winter. These doors are tailored to your facility's specific needs and can take several months from order to installation. By planning ahead, you ensure that energy-efficient solutions are in place before the cold season, contributing to significant energy savings.
Avoid last-minute delays—learn more about the customisation and benefits of rapid action doors here. Contact our team to start your order today and beat the winter rush.
July & August: Strengthen Site Security
The summer months often lead to increased ventilation, with doors and windows left open, potentially compromising security. Investing in window bars, gates, barriers, and security shutters ensures your site remains secure without sacrificing airflow.
Keep your premises safe from opportunists. Explore our full range of security shutters and other protective solutions on our website, or schedule a site visit to get expert advice from the Stanair team.
September: Schedule Autumn Maintenance
As operations ramp up after summer, September is the time to conduct maintenance in preparation for the autumn and winter months. Ensuring that all doors and loading bays are functioning correctly will help prevent downtime during the busier seasons.
Prevent disruptions before they happen. Read our guide to autumn maintenance here or schedule your service appointment with our experienced technicians today.
October & November: Brace for Stormy Weather
Storms and high winds are common in October and November, making it essential to reinforce your industrial doors. Features like wind locks, sidetracks, and roller shutters offer added strength and resilience, ensuring smooth operation even in extreme weather conditions.
Prepare your doors for harsh weather with wind locks, sidetracks, and roller shutters. Visit our blog to understand the benefits and book a consultation with Stanair to reinforce your doors before the storm season hits.
December: Secure for the Holidays
The festive season can leave businesses vulnerable to opportunists. Secure your site with window shutters, bars, and grilles to deter intruders and protect valuable equipment. These measures offer peace of mind and ensure your facility remains safe during holiday shutdowns.
Plan Ahead, Stay Ahead
Being 2025 ready means thinking ahead, addressing seasonal challenges, and leveraging quieter periods for essential maintenance and upgrades. With over 50 years of experience in keeping industrial sites running smoothly, Stanair is here to help you prepare for every season.
Don’t wait for breakdowns or missed opportunities—schedule your services today and explore how our bespoke solutions, from rapid action doors to robust security enhancements, can transform your site. Visit www.stanair.co.uk to book your service or speak to an expert about your future plans.
Start planning now and make 2025 a year of efficiency, security, and operational excellence with Stanair by your side!
Perforated Shutters offer a perfect balance between security and product visibility.
Sliding trackless gates like the one above offer robust security against opportunists whilst also maximising airflow to your premises.
Rapid Action or High Speed Doors are a fantastic investment for any facility looking to boost their energy and cost savings all year round.
Mesh Screen Doors are an excellent choice when your site needs to remain ventilated yet free from pest or other contaminants.
Roller grilles are easy to use, visually pleasing and offer excellent security.
Protect your rapid action doors against the winter storms by installing wind bars. These give the doors extra resilience against high winds.
Don't forget to add our key dates to your 2025 calendar!
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