Modern but nonetheless hip – simply retro and yet somehow beautiful. The popular retro trend could be described in exactly the same terms. But what exactly does "retro" mean for a machine? And what exactly is a retrofit?
Retro derives from Latin and means something like "backwards". I.e. a trend from an earlier period suddenly becomes very fashionable again. The English word "fit" is perhaps best translated into German as "passend". A retrofit, therefore, is when an old machine that is past its prime is reconfigured for current technical conditions. Here you will find out exactly how this works.
What is retrofit?
A retrofit includes various measures aimed at increasing the efficiency and performance of the machine. Both individual components and complete drive systems can be upgraded. Often a machine controller will be upgraded and a modern operating unit (HMI) will be installed. Modern digitization tools can of course also be added for remote service or a diagnostic tool. All of these lend new shine to the old machine and enhance its performance enormously.A retrofit includes various measures aimed at increasing the efficiency and performance of the machine.
Norbert Süß, Leiter Service & Retrofit bei Baumüller
Reasons for retrofit
The replacement of obsolete components to meet the standards of state-of-the-art technology increases the productivity and energy efficiency of machines. With a retrofit, you as a system operator can benefit from significantly lower costs compared to the acquisition of new production systems. Here, the basic substance of your machine, usually very stable and high-quality, is preserved and in case of large machines there is no major expenditure incurred for replacements, such as for building a machine base, for example. The production downtime is thus greatly reduced thanks to a retrofit.
Advantages of a retrofit:

Saving energy can be that simple: With a well designed retrofit, it's possible.

High output needed: Fewer machine failures increase availability significantly.

We realize your individual requirements: This results in an increase in the efficiency of the machine that will last.

There for you in the future as well: Guaranteed replacement parts supply for your modernized machine.