non-operating hours
[non-ˈä-pə-ˌrā-tiŋ ˈau̇(-ə)rz]
nounpl: non-operating hours
horário de não funcionamento
1. The period of time during which a business, facility, service, or operation is closed or not actively conducting business
The bank's non-operating hours are from 6 PM to 8 AM on weekdays.
O horário de não funcionamento do banco é das 18h às 8h nos dias de semana.
2. Time periods when a machine, system, or equipment is not in active use or production
The factory scheduled maintenance during non-operating hours to avoid disrupting production.
A fábrica agendou manutenção durante o horário de não funcionamento para evitar interrupções na produção.
3. Business hours when staff is not present and services are unavailable
Customer service is not available during non-operating hours.
O atendimento ao cliente não está disponível durante o horário de não funcionamento.
In Brazil, the term 'horário de não funcionamento' is commonly used in commercial, banking, and service industry contexts. Brazilian businesses typically post this information on doors and websites, especially for banks and government offices which have standardized operating hours. In the USA, 'non-operating hours' and 'after-hours' are used interchangeably in business contexts, with 'after-hours' being more colloquial. The phrase is essential in customer service communications and facility management across both cultures.
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