Retrofitting, Upgrading, Migration
Avoiding Obsolescence Risk in Your Industrial Control System
Staving Off Obsolescence in Industrial Control Systems
The march of time is unrelenting, and industrial automation systems aren't exempt from its grasp. As the venerated generation of baby boomers moves towards retirement, the precious "tribal" expertise they hold also begins to fade. The predicament that many enterprises face is how to navigate the looming specter of obsolescence as their hardware and software platforms age. Collaborating closely with our clientele, we discern the most fitting route for them - be it embracing modernization through retrofitting, overhauling the entire ecosystem, or transiting with avant-garde technology. In the adept hands of a seasoned control engineer, the contemporary retrofitting methodologies and control systems are nothing short of revolutionary, promising enhanced security and harmonious integration into existing workflows.
Retrofitting PLCs: A Pragmatic & Economical Strategy
Trust in dated PLC controls can be precarious.
Often, the integral components of these controls face discontinuation or become elusive. Such scenarios can lead to detrimental downtimes. This is where retrofitting emerges as the knight in shining armor. It involves rejuvenating outdated elements with advanced ones, fostering a more robust system backbone, and potentially amplifying machinery efficacy.
Beginning with a thorough understanding of your institutional objectives and technical prerequisites, Live Automation is poised to equip you with a holistic retrofitting experience. From meticulous equipment selection promising optimal results to proficient engineering, installation, and commissioning, we’ve got you covered.
We flexibly cater to varied needs, offering the substitution of antiquated drives with state-of-the-art, feature-rich counterparts. The transition from traditional membrane keypad HMIs to intuitive touchscreen HMIs is another forte of ours, ensuring minimal space consumption and enhanced adaptability. And, should the requirement for tactile buttons arise, consider it done.
The Value Proposition of Retrofitting
Upon recognizing the maturation or obsolescence of your software and hardware assets, the instinctive reaction might lean towards a complete system revamp. Yet, a closer examination might reveal retrofitting as a viable contender. By choosing to retrofit rather than clinging to dated components or springing for a brand-new system, you unlock manifold benefits:
Sourcing replacements is invariably easier and more cost-effective for components still in circulation and backed by technical support. Relying on archaic, irreplaceable parts exposes you to prolonged and costly downtimes.
Contemporary components boast a sleeker design, conserving invaluable panel real estate.
Modern components are champions of energy efficiency, outpacing their older counterparts.
Retrofitting often heralds a surge in functionality. Throughout the retrofitting phase, Live Automation stands by to address and optimize your process enhancement requisites.