Hidden Factors &
Machine History
Hidden Factors & Machine History
What isn’t visible on the surface — invisible floor contamination, hidden restraints, retained weight, and damage left behind by a previous move.
Retained coolant, oil, and tooling can add thousands of pounds and shift the center of gravity.
Hidden dowels, grout bonds, and piping can restrain a machine long after the visible anchors are gone.
Invisible oil films, sealer, or condensation can drastically change floor friction without warning.