Minimizing Downtime With Fast Ship Parts: ROOFING EQUIPMENT PRODUCTION PARTS

Minimize Downtime. Maximize Productivity.

When equipment fails unexpectedly, every minute counts–and so does every dollar that your plant spends when it is not running at full capacity. As such, it’s crucial for roofing manufacturers to minimize downtime, and Reichel & Drews is here to assist. them. With our Fast Ship Parts Program, we have hundreds of roofing manufacturing equipment spare parts to get you equipment running again as soon as possible. Here’s how.

What Happens When Parts Aren't Available Immediately

Don’t Let Worn Components Derail Your Quality and Reputation

Missing or worn-out equipment parts don’t just slow down production—they compromise the integrity of your entire operation. Whether you’re manufacturing asphalt shingles or membranes, dull or damaged components can lead to poor cuts and subpar product quality.

Without the right spare parts on hand, you’re risking more than just downtime. You’re inviting product rejections, customer dissatisfaction, and long-term damage to your brand’s reputation. Protect your quality—and your credibility—by staying ahead of wear and tear.

Availability Challenges With Roofing Manufacturing Equipment Parts

While Reichel & Drews makes every effort to stock common roofing manufacturing replacement parts, customers may need a part that’s not frequently used or a custom part, in which case our Make & Hold Parts Program would make more sense, as it allows you to have product premade and stored in our facility and shipped as needed.  

Even with the best inventory management systems, demand can sometimes outpace supply. With our ERP system, we ensure a minimum threshold for our Fast Ship parts so that if we get below a certain level, we immediately put in an order to create more to have on hand.

Understanding Seasonal Demand for Roofing Manufacturing Replacement Parts

The roofing industry experiences predictable seasonal patterns that affect parts needs, including:

Peak Production Season

During warmer months, demand increases dramatically as manufacturers ramp up production for the busy installation season. Having access to emergency roofing production parts during this critical period prevents downtime when production targets are highest.

End-of-Year Maintenance

Many facilities schedule comprehensive maintenance during slower winter periods at the end of the year. Our Fast Ship Program helps maximize maintenance windows by providing essential parts for common repairs.

Storm Season Preparation

Weather events drive unpredictable spikes in demand for roofing materials, making access to critical parts paramount. Plants need to maintain full production capacity to meet market needs and capitalize on increased sales opportunities.

Who Handles Installation When Parts Arrive?

Most plants have their own maintenance teams that handle parts replacement on their equipment. This self-installation approach means getting the right parts quickly is even more critical–your team needs to be able to get right to work, and we’re here to provide assistance as needed. In addition, Reichel & Drews has its own service team which can also assist from a service standpoint, should you need our expertise and experience with different maintenance needs.

How the Reichel & Drews Fast Ship Program Works

Unlike traditional programs that require extensive planning, our Fast Ship Program is built for speed and simplicity—perfect for your urgent spare parts needs. We maintain a ready stock of high-demand components, so when you reach out, we can quickly check availability. If the part is in stock, it ships by the next business day. Need it even faster? We also offer next-day air shipping upon request.

Industry Challenges Affecting Roofing Material Production

Current supply chain conditions make fast access to roofing manufacturing equipment parts more valuable than ever. With increasing prices and longer lead times, being able to get the parts you need quickly is crucial. Although we can’t lock in prices with fast ship parts like we can with parts ordered via our Make & Hold Parts Program, being able to get the component you need quickly dramatically reduces downtime and has the potential to save manufacturers hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Keep Your Equipment Running

While planning is always ideal, the reality of manufacturing is that unexpected failures will occur. Having access to quick-ship parts provides a critical safety net for those situations.

When your production line is down and costs you money every minute, the difference between waiting a day and waiting 12 weeks for a part isn’t just convenience–it’s the difference between a minor disruption and a catastrophic financial impact.

Learn more about our Fast Ship Parts Program and how it can benefit your plant.

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