End-of-Year Maintenance: Surviving the Christmas Rush

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As production intensity increases ahead of Christmas, now is the ideal moment to observe how your equipment is performing and plan any post-season service needs.

For many processors around the world, the weeks leading up to Christmas are among the busiest of the year. With production running at sustained high demand to build pre holiday stock, equipment is operating for longer periods and under greater pressure than usual. This often reveals early signs of wear that may not be noticeable during lighter periods.

Although December is not a quiet time for maintenance activities, it is an ideal time to observe how your line is coping under continuous use. Even small changes in performance such as noise, vibration, reduced throughput or increased operator adjustment can indicate components that may require attention once the season slows.

Why this period matters

High demand production does not mean machinery is working beyond its intended limits, however it does accelerate wear on critical areas such as bearings, rollers, belts, wash systems, and automation components. Identifying these issues now can prevent unexpected downtime once operations ramp up again in early 2026.

By recognising performance changes during this peak window, processors can plan timely and efficient service work after the Christmas rush rather than reacting to failures at the start of the next season.

Plan ahead for post season servicing

Technician availability becomes limited early in the new year, so customers who plan their post season service now are better positioned to secure the dates they need.

Wyma’s Aftermarket team can support you with:

End of year equipment condition assessments to identify emerging issues
Post season service bookings to secure preferred time slots
Component checks and replacements for items such as bearings, belts, sensors and motors
Performance optimisation through calibration and small adjustments
Service packages and tailored maintenance plans based on your line, crop type and usage

Set your operation up for a strong start to 2026

The end of year production period provides valuable insight into how your equipment performs under pressure. By taking note of performance trends, logging any issues, and planning service work in advance, you can protect uptime, extend the life of your equipment and enter the new season with confidence.

Our local service teams across Europe, the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand are ready to help you prepare for a reliable and productive start to 2026.

If you would like to arrange your post season service slot, our team is here to support you.

You can reach our service team directly using our global contact form: HERE