CMM Retrofit Services

The retrofit of coordinate measuring machines (CMM – Coordinate Measuring Machine) involves upgrading existing, outdated measuring machines to meet modern industrial requirements. Retrofit solutions enable companies to significantly enhance their measurement capacity, accuracy, and efficiency while achieving substantial cost savings—typically at only 30% of the cost of a new machine.

Purpose and Benefits of Retrofit:

Maximum Measurement Accuracy - Integrating the latest sensors and control systems drastically reduces measurement errors, improving repeatability.

Increased Speed and Efficiency - Modern hardware and software solutions accelerate measurements, significantly reducing cycle times.

Integration of Cutting-Edge Technologies - The addition of optical sensors, laser scanners, or multi-sensor systems unlocks new measurement capabilities.

Digital and Automated Data Processing - Modern software allows for fast and easy analysis of measurement results, seamlessly integrating them into manufacturing processes.

Cost-Effectiveness - By retaining the existing mechanical structure and upgrading only the control and measurement system, retrofit is achieved at a fraction of the cost of a new machine.

Extended Lifespan and Flexibility - Modernized machines remain competitive for longer and can adapt to evolving industrial requirements.

The Retrofit Process

Assessment and Requirement Analysis

Evaluating the mechanical and electronic condition of the existing equipment and defining new needs.

Mechanical and Electronic Upgrades

Replacing control units, motors, measurement systems, and sensors with modern components.

Software Update or Replacement

Implementing the latest measurement software to support automated and multi-sensor measurements.

Calibration and Validation

Verifying the precision of the upgraded system through test measurements.

Training and Implementation

Training operators and engineers for effective use of the new systems and software.

Common Retrofit Solutions:

	Replacement of CNC controllers and drive systems
	Integration of digital scales and optical measurement systems
	Implementation of non-contact laser scanners or camera-based sensors
	Introduction of automated measurement and reporting functions
	Data connectivity and network integration to meet Industry 4.0 standards

Summary

Retrofit is a sustainable and highly cost-effective solution, allowing companies to transform their existing CMMs into state-of-the-art equipment that remains operational for decades. All this at just 30% of the cost of a new machine, while improving quality control, reducing scrap rates, and increasing production efficiency.

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