Panel Modernization Advisor | Craft Automation
Panel Modernization Advisor
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Industry & Application

Select your primary industry for specialized assessment considerations

Food & Beverage Processing & Production
Manufacturing Specialty & Custom Production
Material Handling Transfer & Packaging
Utilities & Infrastructure Water, Energy & Environmental
Emerging Industries Cannabis, AgTech & Clean Energy
Other Industries Custom Applications

Technical Environment

Help us understand your current hardware and maintenance requirements

Assessment Guidelines

NFPA 70B: The National Fire Protection Association standard for electrical equipment maintenance. This includes maintenance schedules, inspection records, and testing documentation for your electrical systems.

PLC Status: Modern PLCs typically have Ethernet communication and were manufactured after 2010. Legacy systems use serial communication or are nearing end-of-life.

Enclosure Space: Look for available DIN rail space, proper ventilation, and absence of heat damage or corrosion that could affect new components.

Supportability & Program Risk

Undocumented or complex programs often drive replacement decisions

Programming Assessment Tips

Documentation: Complete documentation includes ladder logic, I/O lists, wiring diagrams, and functional descriptions. Missing documentation increases migration complexity and costs.

HMI Interface: Modern touchscreens provide better diagnostics and remote access. Push-button only systems limit troubleshooting and operator efficiency.

Programming Complexity: Advanced systems with motion control or PID loops require specialized migration expertise and extended testing protocols.

Upgrade & Expansion Goals

Select the capabilities you'd like to add or improve

Recipe Management

Batch Control & Formulations

Facility Integration

Plant-wide Communication

Remote Access

VPN & Phone Alarms

Motor Expansion

VFDs & Additional Starters

Reprogramming/Logic Updates

Code Optimization & New Features

Process Analytics

Compliance & Reporting

Your Panel Modernization Strategy

Based on your assessment, here's our recommendation

STRATEGY

Assessment Summary

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