Starting a business in machinery repair in the UAE offers a promising opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs, thanks to the flourishing industrial and commercial sectors in the country. The UAE’s strong infrastructure and consistent growth in industries like construction and manufacturing generate a significant need for skilled repair and maintenance services.

Businesses specializing in the repair of various machinery types—ranging from industrial mixers and compressors to heavy machinery used in mining and construction—play a crucial role in ensuring operational efficiency and reducing downtime. 

To set up your business in machinery repair, consider securing a business license from SPC Free Zone, which offers a supportive environment, streamlined processes, and tailored benefits. This license allows you to select specific business activities that align with your expertise, ensuring a strong start for your repair and maintenance services. Setting up your business with SPC Free Zone allows you to take advantage of its strategic location, excellent infrastructure, and access to a wide range of resources, positioning your business for success in the thriving UAE industrial sector.

Here, you will find the business activities you can explore:

3312.00: Repair of Machinery

This business activity pertains to providing repair and maintenance services for various types of industrial machinery and equipment. Services include sharpening and installing blades and saws for commercial and industrial machinery, professional welding repairs, and repairs for agricultural and heavy machinery. Experts in this field ensure optimal machinery performance, reduce downtime, and increase equipment longevity. The services provided typically include diagnostics, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, overhauls, parts replacement, and emergency repairs. By maintaining and restoring machinery, specialists help businesses in the industrial sector enhance efficiency and reduce operational costs, contributing to the smooth functioning of these industries.

3312.01: Repair and Maintenance of Non-Automotive Engines

This business activity focuses on the repair and maintenance of engines used in non-automotive applications, such as ships and railways. Experts in marine and rail engine mechanics possess the necessary expertise to identify problems, carry out repairs, and replace components in order to optimize engine performance. 

3312.02: Repair and maintenance of pumps and related equipment

Experts that provide this service specialize in the repair and maintenance of pumps and related equipment. These experts offer troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance for a wide range of pump types, such as centrifugal, diaphragm, and submersible pumps. Skilled professionals in fluid dynamics and pump mechanics have the expertise to identify problems and carry out essential repairs to ensure the smooth operation of these vital systems. 

3312.03: Repair and maintenance of fluid power equipment

This activity involves the maintenance of hydraulic and pneumatic systems used in a wide range of industrial applications, including aerospace, automotive, agricultural, construction, entertainment, robotics, mining, material handling, and packaging. Experts with a strong grasp of fluid power principles can guarantee the smooth operation of these systems, preventing leaks and maximizing performance. The services typically provided by professionals in this industry encompass hydraulic and pneumatic system diagnostics, leak detection and repair, component replacement (such as hoses and seals), and preventive maintenance.

3312.04: Repair of valves

This activity highlights the service involving thorough inspection, rigorous testing, and meticulous refurbishment of various industrial valves to guarantee optimal flow control. Valve repair specialists can diagnose issues and perform the necessary repairs to maintain system integrity. Typical services provided by professionals in this industry encompass valve inspection and testing, seal and gasket replacement, valve refurbishment, and maintenance.

3312.05: Repair of gearing and driving elements

This activity focuses on the repair and upkeep of gears, gearboxes, drive shafts, and couplings. Experienced professionals in mechanical transmission systems can guarantee seamless and dependable power transmission. The services typically provided by professionals in this industry encompass gearbox diagnostics and repair, maintenance, shaft and coupling alignment, and lubrication services.

3312.07: Repair and maintenance of materials handling equipment

This activity includes repairing and maintaining equipment used for moving materials, such as conveyors, forklifts, and cranes. Specialists with knowledge in materials handling systems can perform regular inspections and repairs to ensure safe and efficient operations. The services usually offered by experts in this field include equipment diagnostics and repair, parts replacement, and safety inspections.

3312.08: Repair and maintenance of commercial-type general-purpose machinery

This activity involves the repair and maintenance of a wide variety of machinery commonly used in commercial settings. It includes machines such as industrial mixers, compressors, and cleaning equipment. Machinery experts are skilled at diagnosing issues and performing the necessary repairs to ensure that your equipment continues to function at its best. The services typically provided by professionals in this industry cover machinery diagnostics and repair, maintenance, component replacement, and regular servicing.

3312.09: Repair and maintenance of commercial refrigeration equipment and air purifying equipment

With a focus on air purification and refrigeration systems, this activity includes the service of periodic maintenance, component repair, and problem diagnosis to keep systems operating at peak efficiency and maintaining ideal conditions. HVAC experts can make sure these systems run well to keep everything at its best. Experts in this profession typically provide preventive maintenance, filter and component replacement, system diagnostics and repair, and refrigerant leak identification and repair.

3312.10: Repair and maintenance of metal cutting and metal forming machine tools and accessories

This particular activity is centered around the maintenance and repair of tools utilized in metal cutting and forming processes, including lathes and milling machines. Skilled professionals in precision machinery can provide accurate and reliable functioning for these tools. The services typically provided by professionals in this industry encompass tool diagnostics and repair, alignment and calibration, parts replacement, and preventive maintenance.

3312.11: Repair and maintenance of other machine tools

This service encompasses a wider range of machine tools, offering diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance to ensure optimal functionality and efficiency. Experts in various machine tools have the expertise to identify and fix a wide variety of equipment. 

3312.12: Repair and maintenance of agricultural tractors

With expertise in agricultural tractors, this business activity involves performing engine overhauls, repairing hydraulic systems, and conducting routine maintenance to ensure that these vital farming machines are kept in top condition. Experts in agricultural machinery can ensure that these essential farming machines operate at their highest level of performance. The services typically provided by professionals in this industry encompass tractor diagnostics and repair, hydraulic system servicing, and engine overhauls.

3312.13: Repair and maintenance of agricultural machinery and forestry and logging machinery

The service provided under this activity encompasses a diverse array of machinery utilized in agriculture, forestry, and logging. This includes harvesters, plows, and logging trucks. Experts in agricultural and forestry machinery are skilled in the maintenance and repair of these essential tools.

3312.14: Repair and maintenance of metallurgy machinery

Centered on machinery utilized in metallurgy, this business activity involves the upkeep and repair of furnaces, rolling mills, and other vital equipment for metal production and processing. Experts in metallurgy machinery can guarantee optimal operation of these machines for metal production and processing. 

3312.15: Repair and maintenance of mining, construction, and oil and gas field machinery

This service under this business activity focuses on heavy machinery used in mining, construction, and oil and gas fields. Professionals providing this type of service on heavy machinery are highly skilled in conducting thorough diagnostics and performing repairs to guarantee optimal reliability, safety inspections, parts replacement and efficiency checkups. 

3312.17: Repair and maintenance of textile apparel, and leather production machinery

This activity focuses on the maintenance and repair of machinery used in textile, apparel, and leather production. Specialists in sewing machines, looms, and cutting equipment ensure high production quality. The experts  can effectively maintain and repair tools to guarantee uninterrupted production. 

3312.18: Repair and maintenance of papermaking machinery

The service under this business activity specializes in machinery used in papermaking, such as paper mills and printing presses. Experts in papermaking machinery can guarantee the seamless and optimal operation of these machines.  

3312.19: Repair and maintenance of other special-purpose machinery

This activity involves diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance for unique and specialized machinery that falls under a broad category of special-purpose machines not classified elsewhere. Experts in niche machinery offer diagnostic and repair services for unique and specialized equipment. 

3312.20: Repair and maintenance of weighing equipment

Specializing in weighing equipment, this service includes calibrating, repairing, and maintaining scales and other weighing devices to ensure accuracy. Experts in weighing systems can ensure these devices provide reliable measurements. 

3312.21: Repair and maintenance of vending machines

This activity is dedicated to the repair and maintenance of vending machines, guaranteeing their smooth operation. Experts in vending machines are skilled at identifying and resolving problems to ensure that customers are happy with their experience. Our services encompass machine diagnostics and repair, parts replacement, regular servicing, and ongoing maintenance.

3312.22: Repair and maintenance of cash registers

The service under this business activity entails the diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of cash registers commonly utilized in retail environments. Experts in retail equipment can guarantee the reliable and efficient operation of these devices. Our services encompass equipment diagnostics and repair, component replacement, regular maintenance, and routine check-ups.

3312.23: Repair and maintenance of photocopy machines

This business activity involves the maintenance and repair of photocopy machines to ensure they operate at a high standard of quality and reliability. Professional photocopy machine experts is skilled at diagnosing issues and performing necessary repairs to ensure optimal functionality. 

3312.24: Repair of calculators, electronic or not

This activity highlights specialized services in the repair of calculators. This service includes repairing both electronic and mechanical calculators, ensuring accurate calculations and reliable operation. Calculator repair specialists can diagnose and fix issues to ensure reliable operation. 

3312.25: Repair of typewriters

Focusing on typewriters, this business activity involves repairing and maintaining both electronic and manual typewriters. Typewriter repair experts can ensure these devices function correctly and efficiently. 

This class excludes the installation, repair, and maintenance of furnaces and other heating equipment, as well as the installation, repair, and maintenance of elevators and escalators.

• Third-party Approval: Business activity number 3312.17 requires approval from the Department of Petroleum Affairs (The Ruler’s Court) after receiving the license.
  The other business activities mentioned in this article do not require third-party approval.
• Filing of Economic Substance Returns: This requirement does not apply to business activities under 3312.00.
• Anti-Money Laundering Compliance:  This requirement does not apply to business activities under 3312.00.

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