{"id":15676,"date":"2025-05-19T16:55:09","date_gmt":"2025-05-19T14:55:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/?p=15676"},"modified":"2025-05-19T17:09:27","modified_gmt":"2025-05-19T15:09:27","slug":"testing-machine-upgrades","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/en\/actualizacion-de-maquinas-de-ensayo\/","title":{"rendered":"Upgrading testing machines: what it is and how to do it"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Upgrading of testing machines<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you have a testing machine that is starting to give problems or has fallen behind technologically? Don't worry, you don't need to replace it with a new one. With a good upgrade, you can extend its service life, improve its accuracy and adapt it to new standards without the need for large investments.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-15678 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Servosis-Blog-297x300.png\" alt=\"update of the testing machines\" width=\"386\" height=\"390\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Servosis-Blog-297x300.png 297w, https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Servosis-Blog-768x777.png 768w, https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Servosis-Blog-12x12.png 12w, https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Servosis-Blog-600x607.png 600w, https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Servosis-Blog-155x157.png 155w, https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Servosis-Blog.png 874w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 386px) 100vw, 386px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><b>Why upgrade instead of buying?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over time, many testing machines continue to function mechanically, but their electronics, software or sensors are no longer supported or fall short. The result? Unexpected crashes, data errors or inability to meet new standards.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Upgrading is a cheaper and faster alternative to buying new. Enables:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Avoiding obsolescence<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You upgrade electronics, obsolete components or software, eliminating bugs and gaining compatibility.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Improve performance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You reduce test times, integrate new methods or automate processes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ensuring regulatory compliance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You adapt the machine to current standards (such as ISO 7500-1), crucial in accredited laboratories.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>To be more sustainable<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You reuse the original structure, reducing waste and costs.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>What can be upgraded on a testing machine?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The upgrade can be partial or complete. The most common is to renew these elements:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Electronics and controllers<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Older boards are replaced by digital control systems that are faster, safer and compatible with modern software.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Sensors<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Load cells, strain gauges or displacement sensors are replaced or recalibrated to maintain accuracy.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3. Software<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A new test control system compatible with current Windows is installed, with preconfigured standards and advanced functionalities such as automatic reporting or remote access.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4. PC and connectivity<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the team works with an old computer, it is also exchanged for a current one, with more power, storage and network or cloud connection.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>5. Maintenance and safety<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The machine is checked for compliance with current safety regulations (e.g. CE marking), and left ready for predictive maintenance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b><br \/>\nWhat should you prioritize in a repair or upgrade?<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Minimize downtime<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good planning and availability of parts is key.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ensuring accuracy<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: everything must be calibrated after the update.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Apply predictive maintenance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">with sensors and periodic checks to avoid surprises.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Training and support<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The key is to make sure your technical team knows how to use what's new and has someone to turn to in case of doubt.<\/span>&nbsp;\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-15679 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Servosis-Blog2-300x169.png\" alt=\"update of the testing machines\" width=\"507\" height=\"286\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Servosis-Blog2-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Servosis-Blog2-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Servosis-Blog2-18x10.png 18w, https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Servosis-Blog2-600x338.png 600w, https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Servosis-Blog2-155x87.png 155w, https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Servosis-Blog2.png 988w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 507px) 100vw, 507px\" \/><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>And what does Servosis offer?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Servosis we have been designing, manufacturing and modernizing testing machines for decades. If your equipment needs an overhaul, we can help you:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diagnose the condition of your machine and offer the best solution.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replace electronics, software, sensors or motors with current technology.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calibrate and certify the machine to comply with current standards.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assist you with agile technical support and customized maintenance contracts.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We use original spare parts, work quickly, and leave your machine ready to continue testing for many years to come.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>FAQS: Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Is it worth upgrading an old machine?<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Yes. If the structure is good, you can retrofit it for much less than buying a new one.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Is it possible to upgrade a machine from another manufacturer?<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Yes, as long as it is in good condition. Servosis, for example, upgrades third-party equipment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>What guarantees are there after the upgrade?<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Servosis offers warranty on components and can issue calibration certificates.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>How long does the whole process take?<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It depends on the intervention, but it is usually completed within a few weeks if parts are in stock.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/en\/contact-2\/\">We are here to help you.\u00a0<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Actualizaci\u00f3n de m\u00e1quinas de ensayo \u00bfTienes una m\u00e1quina de ensayos que empieza a dar problemas o que se ha quedado atr\u00e1s tecnol\u00f3gicamente? Tranquilo, no hace falta reemplazarla por una nueva. Con una buena actualizaci\u00f3n, puedes alargar su vida \u00fatil, mejorar su precisi\u00f3n y adaptarla a nuevas normativas sin necesidad de grandes inversiones. &nbsp; \u00bfPor qu\u00e9 [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":15678,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[18],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-15676","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-noticias"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15676","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=15676"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15676\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/15678"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=15676"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=15676"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.servosis.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=15676"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}