Retrofit & Modernization
Upgrade legacy machinery and control systems — extend equipment life and improve performance.
About This Solution
Smachinato specialises in the retrofit and modernisation of legacy manufacturing equipment and control systems. Rather than replacing entire machines, we upgrade the control systems, drives, HMIs and safety systems to modern standards — extending equipment life by 10–15 years at a fraction of replacement cost.
Key Features
Technical Specifications
PLC Migration
All legacy platforms to modern Siemens, AB, Schneider
Drive Replacement
DC to AC drive conversion, VFD upgrades
Safety Upgrade
IEC 62061 / ISO 13849 compliant safety systems
HMI Upgrade
Legacy panel replacement with modern touchscreen HMI
Downtime
Planned shutdown windows, minimal production impact
Documentation
Full as-built drawings, manuals and training
Use Cases & Applications
Obsolete PLC Replacement
Migration from end-of-life PLCs (Siemens S5, AB SLC/PLC5, GE Series 90) to modern platforms with full program conversion.
DC to AC Drive Conversion
Replacement of obsolete DC drives with modern AC VFDs for improved reliability, energy efficiency and spare parts availability.
Safety System Upgrade
Upgrading legacy relay-based safety circuits to modern safety PLCs and safety relays compliant with IEC 62061 and ISO 13849.
HMI Modernisation
Replacing obsolete operator panels and HMIs with modern touchscreen interfaces with improved diagnostics and remote access.
Ready to Discuss Your Retrofit & Modernization Project?
Our engineering team is ready to review your requirements and propose the right solution. Contact us today for a no-obligation technical discussion.
