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Equipment Upgrades and Retrofits

Over time, densifiers experience normal mechanical and electrical wear that affects consistency, throughput, and reliability. When this begins interrupting production, upgrading key components is often the most practical way to restore stable operation without replacing the entire system. Our densification equipment upgrades and retrofits focus on the components that directly influence performance and long-term equipment life.

Modernize Key Components Without Replacing Your Equipment

Many long-running foam and film densifiers remain structurally sound but rely on older components that eventually become outdated or difficult to source. Updating these critical areas brings older equipment closer to current performance expectations while retaining your existing footprint.

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Common reasons customers pursue upgrades include:

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  • Inconsistent output or declining reliability

  • Obsolete or discontinued control components

  • Limited automation capability

  • Difficulty sourcing OEM replacement parts

  • Worn mechanical components affecting stability
     

Upgrades address these issues directly and return the equipment to predictable, repeatable operation.

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Targeted Engineering Upgrades Based on Your Actual Equipment

Our engineering team evaluates the condition of your densifier and recommends upgrades based on how the machine was originally built and how it is currently used. These upgrades target practical, measurable improvements in operating consistency and long-term reliability.

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Typical upgrade options include:

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  • Converting older chain, gear, or sprocket-driven units to direct-drive assemblies

  • Replacing aging heat plates with updated heater systems

  • PLC and control-panel modernization, including optional HMI touchscreen integration

  • Replacement of temperature and safety sensors

  • Shredder rebuilds or replacement assemblies

  • Pneumatic component replacement, where applicable

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All upgrades are engineered to fit your existing layout and can be scheduled around planned maintenance windows to minimize disruption.

Operational Benefits You Can Expect

Because these upgrades target known wear points, customers generally see improvements such as:

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  • More consistent day-to-day operation

  • Fewer unplanned mechanical failures

  • Longer usable equipment lifespan

  • Reduced maintenance interventions

  • More reliable uptime during heavy production periods
     

These improvements allow older densifiers to maintain stable output expectations without requiring full system replacement.

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Designed for Your Production Environment and Installation Window

Every upgrade package is scoped to your equipment’s age, configuration, and operating schedule. We verify compatibility with legacy components, specify only what the system requires, and complete installation with minimal downtime. After installation, our engineers perform on-site testing, calibration, and performance checks as needed. These services are available strictly upon request.

Supported by Engineers Who Know Your System End-to-End

Your upgrade is handled by the same U.S. engineering team that designs, builds, and supports JTW densification equipment. Because we understand the mechanical and electrical structure of these systems, we implement upgrades based on real operating conditions, resulting in cleaner integration and long-term reliability.

Request a Technical Review

If you’re experiencing inconsistent output, mechanical wear, or difficulty sourcing replacement parts, an upgrade or retrofit may be the next logical step. Request a technical review to receive a clear scope of recommended upgrades and an installation plan tailored to your equipment.

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