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The Daily Challenges Faced by Workshop Managers
27th September 2023
Holm Education
Simplifying filter management in a busy workshop environment
Workshop managers and fitters are crucial to the smooth running of construction projects. This year, there are expected to be 106,000 projects across the UK - and it's the workshop managers and fitters who make sure that plant machinery operates flawlessly.
For over 35 years, Holm has been supplying high-quality, heavy-duty filters, initially as part of our sister company HTS Spares. Alongside supplying the filters, we've always been focused on what we can do to help make the daily grind of a workshop manager's role easier and simpler.
Problems
When we talk to workshop managers, one of the more commonly mentioned problems is finding and ordering the correct filters for their plant service and maintenance needs; weeding through the mess of part numbers that characterises buying filters. Very often, it's the first thing we are asked to help with.
Identifying the compatible filter for each machine can be time-consuming. Each manufacturer uses unique part numbers for the same filters, and workshop managers waste valuable time figuring out whether they can have the filter they need in stock. This can sometimes lead to duplicate orders or, even worse, ordering the wrong filter in urgent cases, causing unwanted delays.
Admin can also be a major headache for workshop managers. Reconciling multiple invoices and purchase orders is an unwelcome distraction from what matters - keeping every piece of equipment running smoothly.
Add to this managing filter requirements for the whole fleet and staying on top of any out-of-the-ordinary or unique repairs for different pieces of plant. It all adds to an already busy daily to-do list.
Partnering with Holm filters makes life a lot easier.
Here are a few simple ways which we can help.
Filter Compatibility - Made Easy!
At Holm Filters, we know the frustration of not knowing which filters fit specific machines. That's why we've created the Holm Filter Finder web tool. With a few clicks, you can find the right filter for any make or model of plant machinery, no matter the manufacturer's brand. The Filter Finder is free to use, and we are constantly updating it to include the latest products. This simple, easy-to-use tool can save time and reduce errors in picking and ordering the wrong filters.
Try the filter finder by clicking here.
Holm Wall Charts
Our wall chart is also popular among customers. It lists your machines and their compatible filters, making it easy for everyone in the workshop to access the information as it's right in front of them!
Holm Standard Part Number
Sounds simple. But it can transform a workshop. Ordering from Holm means you don't waste time translating and cross-referencing part numbers from different manufacturers. We have a standard part number for compatible filters, and all our boxes and filters are clearly labelled. Stocking, organising, identifying and using the right filters, regardless of the manufacturer brand, becomes effortless. Workshop managers and fitters will always know exactly what they have on the shelf.
Time-Saving Filter Kits
For the most commonly used filters, Holm has created Holm Filter Service Kits. The kits are neatly organised into one box and can sometimes be customised to your needs. This saves time and ensures accuracy, especially for fitters on the move. They can grab one box instead of eight, and be confident they have everything they need at their fingertips.
Your Fleet List All In One Place
One of the other areas Holm often gets asked to help with is identifying what filters are needed for a manager's specific fleet. Holm Filters' Online Fleet Management Tool makes this easy. Workshop managers can generate a complete list of compatible filters by uploading their fleet details and asset numbers into the ‘Manage my Fleet’ tool. Once created, they can check stock, access their price list, and place orders directly from the list, making the entire filter management and procurement process faster and simpler. The other benefit of using the Holm Fleet Management system is that workshop managers and fitters can stay on top of service and maintenance activity for the whole fleet.
The ‘Holm’ of Quality and Excellence
Holm Filters is a trusted one-stop shop for heavy-duty filters. We supply the broadest range of OE quality brands, including OEM brands themselves, on a next-day basis. Our Holm brand filters are manufactured in an OE facility using superior-quality media, ensuring the highest standards and reliability every time.
To explore how we can help simplify your workshop's filter management and make your life easier, contact us!
01403 914400