Industrial revamping: where to start
Before changing a panel, you need to understand the machine. The questions to bring to the first technical comparison.
Starting from the process
A revamping intervention begins with the analysis of the current functioning: what operations the machine performs, what constraints it must respect and what difficulties those who use it encounter. The renewal of the interface is a part of the project; controls, connections and documentation are equally important.
Collect information
Schematics, configurations, controller models and protocols help evaluate the system. It is useful to identify the essential functions, the existing integrations and the periods available for the intervention. Compatibility must be verified before defining the solution.
Define the expected outcome
A more readable interface, more accessible supervision or a connection with other systems are different objectives. Making them explicit allows you to agree on the perimeter, tests and testing criteria. Any safety and compliance assessments must be addressed with the competent figures.
The first step
Prepare a description of the machine, its critical issues and the result you want to achieve. From this information a discussion can start with the Novabase team on the revamping path.