Upgrades/Conversions

Automation & Controls - Design, Integration, PLC,HMI,VFD/Servo,Software Development

Upgrades/Conversions/Obsolescence

Why upgrade?

Obsolescence of control systems components can cause a number of problems that may put your operation/production at risk affecting your bottom line. It is often the most overlooked risk and can often cause the lengthiest of downtime to equipment as well as other problems for the following reasons:

Replacement parts are not available.
New parts are not "plug and play" and require some engineering in the form of extensive programming changes, wiring changes, and physical mounting differences.
Older equipment does not always meet new safety code and requirements specified by NFPA 79, NEC, and other associations that set standards.

However, newer/upgraded systems offer the latest in technology that can be utilized for data acquisition,improvements in efficiency, and can often times pay for themselves in a short time.

We offer a variety of migration paths to convert or replace your obsolete control system components such as PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and Servos as well as obsolete network protocols and I/O devices. We realize that upgrades almost always have to be completed with minimal interruption to your production which is why we offer innovative ways to minimize downtime and provide the best solution based on your needs and budget.

Allen-Bradley PLC 5 to Control Logix

How it's Done

Convert your existing PLC 5 program RSLogix 5 to Studio 5000
Replace your old obsolete PLC 5 chassis, processor, and I/O modules with a Control Logix platform.
Validate the conversion and provide onsite startup support.

This conversion gives the customer the opportunity to not only upgrade the PLC and I/O, but also eliminate obsolete controls networks such as RIO, DH+, RS232, etc. and replace them with Ethernet-IP. This allows the use of more modern VFDs, servos and HMIs.

The conversion process can normally be accomplished with little or no downtime with proper planning!!!

SLC 500 to Compact Logix or Control Logix

How it's Done

Convert your exisitng SLC 500 program RSLogix 500 to Studio 5000
Replace your old obsolete SLC 500 chassis, processor, and I/O modules with a Control Logix platform, or Compact Logix platform depending on your application needs and preference.
Validate the conversion and provide onsite startup support.

Convert your existing SLC 500 program RSLogix 500 to Studio 5000or no downtime with proper planning!!!

HMI Upgrades

Allen-Bradley Legacy Panelviews to Panelview Plus 7

We can convert your old Panelview 600, 900, 1000,1400e,1200, or any other model to the latest available Panelview Plus 7.
Improved graphics
Add optional enhancements to improve diagnostics, troubleshooting and make the application more user friendly.

GE Quick Panel to Allen-Bradley Panelview Plus 7

Replace GE QuickPanels and TCP to the latest available Panelview Plus 7.
Replace obsolete and unavailable units.

Allen-Bradley Dataliners to Panelview Plus 7

Increase the amount of information to the user.
Why use outdated, one, two, or three line displays when you can have a full graphical interface?

Upgrades/Conversions/Obsolescence

Why upgrade?

Allen-Bradley PLC 5 to Control Logix

How it's Done

SLC 500 to Compact Logix or Control Logix

How it's Done

HMI Upgrades

Allen-Bradley Legacy Panelviews to Panelview Plus 7

GE Quick Panel to Allen-Bradley Panelview Plus 7

Allen-Bradley Dataliners to Panelview Plus 7

VFD Upgrades

Allen-Bradley 160/1305/1336 to Allen-Bradley Powerflex 525/755

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