Manufacturing Solutions – Second-hand machines fit for the future

With WFL, you have found a partner who can offer you unique solutions. Not only for new machines, but also with the MILLTURN second-hand machine market. Whether it's a reliable but old M65 that has served its purpose or the new generation making its way into the production hall, there comes a time when an all-round replacement or upgrade becomes necessary. In other words, a MILLTURN can be a real competitive advantage, even after several years of use. Thanks to its stable construction, your MILLTURN will have a solid foundation even after decades of operation and can therefore easily be retrofitted or converted. The retrofit program from WFL Manufacturing Solutions offers a costeffective and environmentally friendly alternative to buying new.

Tested quality from a single source
A retrofit project at WFL is precisely defined. Customers receive a complete concept with consultation, technology support, commissioning and training. A separate organisational unit has even been set up specifically for this purpose. For machines that are being retrofitted, for example, the main components such as the linear guideways, drives or the tool changer as well as parts of the turning-boring-milling unit are replaced to improve the overall condition of the machine. This process is executed with a huge amount of expertise and the result is a machine in top condition, which will continue to run impeccably for many more years and guarantee a high level of productivity.

Retrofit instead of buying new
The cost factor represents one of the biggest advantages of a machine overhaul: a 40% to 70% lower investment can be expected in comparison with a brand new machine. WFL is also extremely flexible when it comes to commercial offers: the machine can also be leased. The use of modern components and features, such as new lighting (Ergonomic Light Concept), an expanded tool magazine or the automation of certain functions also contribute to greater sustainability and efficiency. In appropriate cases, the electrical components of the machine can also be replaced, an area which WFL is strongly promoting.

Sustainable and durable
In a fast-paced throwaway society, both sustainability and durability are major themes that are becoming increasingly important. Environmentally friendly production and a green mindset are top priorities in the WFL Refurbed and Retrofit models. As many parts as possible are recycled, which benefits not only our planet, but also the overall cost factor.

 

General-Retrofit

• WFL guarantees that a second-hand machine will have a geometrical state that is comparable with a new machine
• Mechanical overhaul
• Upgrade to the latest control system generation
• Reconstruction based on the design of a new machine
• Recommissioning (same as for a new machine)
• Detailed assessment of (process-critical) components

 

The advantages of second-hand machines

• Cheaper compared to a new machine
• Shorter delivery times for a refurbished second-hand compared to a new machine
• Special requests can generally be incorporated
• Project is specifically tailored to customer requirements - from a technical and machine perspective
• as well as with regard to services (such as training, technical application support, etc.)
• Second-hand machine in the context of a sustainability mindset by extending the service life of the machine
• High level of expertise and competence amongst inhouse employees
• New machining possibilities thanks to the new control system generation
• Improved availability of spare parts