Machine modifications

Why choose machine modifications?

Many customers consciously choose machine modifications because they trust their system. It is an installation they have worked with comfortably for years, whose operation is well understood and which has proven itself in practice. Instead of replacing everything, the focus is on extending the service life and improving performance.

A completely new system often involves more than just new technology. Consider new software, a different control system, retraining of staff, and changes in working methods. With a machine modification, the familiar character of the system is preserved, while you still benefit from modern technology and improved performance.

Especially for systems that have been in operation for many years, revisions and upgrades often prove to be an attractive alternative. You build on what already works well, without unnecessary disruption to your processes.

From retrofit to expansion: different forms of modification

Machine modifications can take various forms. In some cases, this involves a technical upgrade, such as a new control system or modern software. In other situations, it concerns mechanical modifications, capacity expansion, or a combination of multiple interventions.

A good example of this is retrofits, where older systems are equipped with new hardware and control technology. In this way, the machine is, as it were, “brought up to date,” while the core functionality is retained. This results in better performance, higher reliability, and compliance with current standards.

There are also situations in which an existing system is expanded. Instead of writing off the old system, it can be integrated with a new module, allowing everything to continue functioning as one cohesive whole.

When does machine modification become customization?

Sometimes machine modification overlaps with custom solutions. This is particularly the case when an existing system needs to be connected to new functionality or a new system module. The foundation may be standard, but the integration requires a specific solution.

For customers, one requirement is often decisive: the whole must feel like a single system. No separate installations side by side, but an integrated solution that logically aligns with existing workflows. This requires customization in design, software, and control, even if the core functionality remains recognizable.

Which modifications do we carry out?

• Machine modifications are not limited to a single discipline. Depending on the situation, we carry out, among other things:
• Mechanical modifications – Such as adjusting or replacing moving parts, structures, or transport systems to improve reliability and service life.
• Software and control upgrades – Legacy software and control systems can be replaced with modern alternatives, offering improved stability, better user interfaces, and future-proof support.
• Hardware renewal – In retrofits, hardware is often largely renewed, bringing the system fully up to date from a technical perspective.
• Functional optimization – While the core functionality is often retained, small adjustments can be made to better align the system with current working practices.

It is important that changes are never implemented without careful consideration. Many customers choose an upgrade precisely because the system is familiar. Overly drastic functional changes can undermine that sense of trust. That is why we always carefully assess what should be preserved and where improvements are desirable.