06/15/2026
Harris Hill Automation recently made a guest appearance in OEM Magazine, delivering insights on the critical "Retrofit vs. Replace" crossroads facing modern manufacturers. In the featured article, Retrofit or Replace: Making the Call When Machines Break Down, owner Bill Gagne highlights a pragmatic approach to the machine life cycle—emphasizing that controls modernization can secure stable production today while a parallel long-term strategy is built for future scalability.
In addition, we are leveraging 3D scanning technologies to replicate and resurrect vintage mechanical parts that lack modern digital documentation. This contribution underscores our commitment to helping our customers navigate obsolescence and reach reliability goals without the costs or downtime associated with a complete machine overhaul.
Are you struggling with the decision to retrofit or replace? Reach out today to see how we might help you be informed about options and costs.
Read the full article here: https://www.oemmagazine.org/engineering/machine-design/article/22965558/retrofit-vs-replace-smart-machine-maintenance-decision