We recently covered why a leaky roof disrupts food processing facilities, but what about other manufacturing plants? Specifically, what about places that produce non-food goods?

There are 4 main areas of concern when it comes to a leaky roof in your manufacturing facility including:

 

Safety for Manufacturing Plant

Depending on the roof type (typically metal for industrial roofs), a leak can create any combination of four main issues:

1. Safety concerns: A leaky roof can create safety hazards for workers, such as slipping and falling on wet surfaces. A leaky roof can also compromise the structural integrity of the building, which can create safety hazards for workers and put them at risk of falling matter from an unstable top.
2. Property damage: A leaky roof can cause water damage to equipment, inventory, and other property within the facility. We’ve personally fixed a shelter for a building that housed office equipment that was experiencing the damage of a leaky roof.
3. Production interruptions: A leaky roof can interrupt production in a manufacturing facility, even outside food. In some cases, it may be necessary to shut down production lines to prevent damage to equipment or property. Production interruptions can be costly for manufacturers and can impact the supply chain.
4. Increased energy costs: A leaky roof can allow air to escape from the facility, increasing energy costs by making it more challenging to maintain a consistent temperature within the facility. This can be important for manufacturers that require specific temperatures to produce their goods or to have their equipment run optimally.

A leaky roof can pose significant problems for a manufacturing facility that does not produce food, including safety concerns, property damage, production interruptions, and increased energy costs.

So if you suspect your industrial or manufacturing facility may have a leaky roof, schedule your free roof inspection, and we can help resolve your issue. Call Armour at (402) 289-7869 to get started!