In the fast-paced world of industrial production, companies are regularly faced with the decision of either modernizing existing machines through a retrofit or considering a completely new development. Both approaches have their specific advantages, but also their challenges. At KRÖNING – Automation, we support our customers in finding the optimal solution for them. In the following, we will examine when a retrofit is worthwhile and when a new development is the better choice.

In many manufacturing companies, physically demanding tasks are part of everyday life for employees. Musculoskeletal disorders are a particularly common cause of sick leave, especially in jobs involving heavy lifting, repetitive movements, and awkward postures. This physical strain not only leads to health problems, but also to reduced productivity and increased absenteeism.

Many small businesses and manufacturers believe that automating their processes is not possible. However, experience shows that there is almost always potential for automation—especially when it comes to reducing the workload of employees and making repetitive tasks more efficient.