At FMI, we specialize in taking proven, well-built machines and bringing them into the modern age with cutting-edge components, controls, and automation. The result is equipment that operates with the speed, precision, and reliability of today’s new machinery—without the steep replacement cost.

We don’t just deliver the retrofit—we ensure your team can operate it with confidence. Every project includes on-site startup assistance and operator training as standard practice. We also invite your technicians to be involved throughout the process, building in-house expertise and making ongoing maintenance easier.

Our experienced engineers, with decades of combined troubleshooting, repair, and rebuild experience, excel at spotting and resolving hidden operational issues before they affect production. Long-standing problems that operators have worked around for years are often eliminated completely, improving both performance and morale. element

Why Retrofit Instead of Replace?

Lower capital investment compared to new machinery

Extended equipment life with minimal downtime

Modern performance and safety features without replacing mechanical foundations

Faster project turnaround than a full replacement install

Increased return on investment by leveraging existing assets

Upgrade Capabilities

Our system upgrades address every aspect of control and performance:
● Re-engineering outdated control configurations for faster response and simpler operation
● Integrating advanced human-machine interfaces (HMIs) for improved usability and diagnostics
● Installing energy-efficient drive systems for smoother motion control and reduced operating costs
● Replacing outdated mechanical and electrical components with modern, service-friendly parts
● Expanding system capabilities to handle higher speeds, heavier loads, or more complex processes
● Adding predictive maintenance features and performance monitoring tools
● Transitioning from obsolete controllers to modern PLC platforms with future-proof programming

Retrofit Solutions

We design and implement retrofits that transform both performance and maintainability:
● Overhauling or replacing complete drive and control packages
● Integrating or upgrading servo and motion control systems ● Modernizing robotic work cells and re-programming for new processes ● Adding new automation layers to increase throughput and reduce labor requirements ● Reconfiguring or relocating equipment for optimized plant layout ● Upgrading safety systems to meet current OSHA, ISO, or CE standards ● Custom modifications to extend system capabilities or adapt to new products

Our Process

Every retrofit starts with a detailed system assessment. We work closely with your team to:
● Identify operational limitations and performance bottlenecks
● Develop upgrade plans that meet both technical and budget goals
● Implement improvements with minimal impact on ongoing production
● Deliver hands-on training so your staff can operate and maintain the upgraded system confidently

The end result is a machine that’s more productive, safer, easier to maintain, and often more valuable than it was the day it was installed.

Why Choose FMI

We combine deep industry knowledge with practical, real-world solutions to keep your operation competitive. Our retrofits are engineered to deliver immediate performance improvements while extending the life of your most critical assets.

Get more from the equipment you already own — contact FMI today to plan your upgrade.