Retrofit

Future-Proof Your Operations with Our Retrofit Service

Using our phased approach, we modernize your system step by step in a cost-effective manner. Each phase is carefully planned to minimize disruptions to your ongoing operations, ensuring maximum productivity throughout the project.

As a general contractor, we offer turnkey solutions for the complete retrofit of your intralogistics system, including software modernization at all levels. With us, you’ll have a single point of contact for the entire modernization project.

Comprehensive Modernization of Your Operational Infrastructure

Operational infrastructures consist of multiple layers that age differently over time, potentially introducing availability and support risks.
Our teams of experts support the customers from planning to realization and after commissioning. Due to the latest software support, the system can be accessed at any time and in real time in a protected manner, as monitoring by using a VPN connection.

When any of these layers fail or become outdated, it’s essential to consider the entire infrastructure, as the different layers are interconnected and rely on seamless communication.

Modifications to one component can cause individual systems to lose compatibility. Therefore, a comprehensive approach to modernization is crucial to ensure the optimal functionality of the entire system.

Software in Retrofit Projects

In many retrofit projects, testing the interfaces between lower-level controls and higher-level software systems is often neglected during overall commissioning. However, we prioritize these interfaces—even during the go-live phase. We ensure realistic assessments and seamless integration with all higher-level software systems, such as SAP EWM or other solutions.

Reasons to Initiate a Retrofit Project:

Implementation of a New Warehouse Management System: Such as SAP EWM, LogiCS (developed by ourselves), or others.

Unavailability of Spare Parts: For example, for stacker cranes.

Risks to System Availability: Aging components may threaten operational continuity.

Discontinued Software: Outdated warehouse management systems no longer supported.

Extensions Within Retrofit Projects

During modernization projects, we don’t just update software; we also make physical adjustments to your infrastructure. Integrating extensions directly within the project is often economically sensible, leading to a more cost-effective overall process.

Possible Extensions Include:

• Supply of Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) or Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs)
• Expansion of Storage Capacity or Performance
• Modernization of Stacker Cranes, Palletizers, and Specialized Machinery
• Updates to Software and Visualization Solutions
• Integration of Camera Systems into Existing Visualization Systems
• And Much More…

By implementing these measures, future requirements can be addressed early, optimally preparing your system for upcoming challenges.