Retrofit

If your systems run for many years, but the results and profitability no longer correspond to the task and the requirements, often the question arises whether a new acquisition makes sense. The answer does not necessarily have to be yes.

A machine modernisation is, compared to a new acquisition, often the most cost-efficient option. The realignment of an existing machine may have several reasons:

Increase of production quality	Improved surface treatment, better processing results
Increase of production quantity	Higher throughput
Reduction of down time	Extended maintenance intervals, increasingly powerful and resistant wear parts
Reduction of maintenance costs	Reduced costs for wear parts and maintenance
Reduction of operating costs	Reduced energy costs, less consumption of blasting abrasive
Safety improvement	Improved filter performance, reduction of noise level, additional safety measures
Improved usability	Uncomplicated replacement of wear parts
Different range of tasks of the machine	Adjustment of the effective range of the turbines on new work piece dimensions
Alignment with new norms and directives	According to current and future norms, for example Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and EN 1248:2001+A1:2009

 

 These options can be realised through different measures:

• Replacement of the turbines or installation of further turbines
• Modification or reinforcing of the blasting chamber and other components subject to wear
• Revision or optimisation of the abrasive circulation system and abrasive replenishment
• Modification and reinforcing of conveying systems, supplementing with robotic and feeder solutions  
• Enhanced operator safety by sensors, noise control and segretation arrangements
• Installation of an  abrasive refill hopper for a constant operating mix

You are not sure whether a Retrofit for your shot blast machine comes into question? Then simply contact us via the contact form. We will get in touch with you immediately. Of course you can also approach your contact person.

In the next step, we come to visit you in order to clarify options and details.

As a matter of course, we also advise you about buying a new shot blast machine if a modernisation proves to be uneconomical or impractical.

In summary result for you two decisive advantages through a feasible Retrofit:

 

• Reduced costs compared to a new acquisition

• Shorter implementation period compared delivery of a new machine