ASRS, AGV, WMS, Activ System Retrofits and Upgrade Solutions
A well-designed upgrade offers the most cost-effective solution to AS/RS problems.

Whatever your AS/RS need, let Retrotech address it:

Functional operations change · · · · · · ·

Component obsolescence	Limited support services
Poor reliability	Safety requirements
Excessive maintenance costs	Unacceptable performance
System inflexibility to changing needs

Customized RETROTECH solutions allow you to shape your automation needs. As a client, our teams work closely with you to investigate what your requirements are whether they be mechanical upgrades, computer system improvements, new controls or complete S/R machine renovation or replacement.

RETROTECH is the leading independent supplier of AS/RS upgrades and system software services in the United States and Canada.

We have performed over 400 S/R machine modernizations including controls, positioning systems, and communications upgrades. RETROTECH provides full-service, turnkey solutions that along with our extensive software capabilities let you shape your automated warehouse for the challenges of the future, balancing system costs with performance, and reliability.

Our expertise includes:

Material Handling Equipment OEMs

Unit load S/R machines	Mini load S/R machines
Conveyors	Transfer cars · AGVs
Bridge cranes	Clark· Conco
Demag	Electrolux
Hartman	Harnischfeger
Interlake	Kenway
Litton	Munck
P&H	Woodson
Roboto	Acco
Supreme	Triax
HK Systems	Eskay

Our goal is to improve your existing system giving it the flexibility to meet quickly changing demands and prepare it for future business needs. We pride ourselves on our system integration skills that include coordinating strategic partnerships with other material handling specialists when needed. We employ state-of-the-art, non-proprietary, technologies and, typically, perform our turnkey projects "live" to enable you to continue operations with little, if any, downtime. Our non-proprietary design philosophy encourages our clients toward complete self sufficiency.

RETROTECH teams provide integrated AS/RS solutions in the areas of equipment design/build, “live-conversion” retrofits, software systems, and system integration.
Our engineering services include:

Material handling studies
Equipment inspection and analysis
Custom engineered control systems
Standard and customized software
Consulting · System simulation and modeling
Field technical support
Training and documentation
Mechanical upgrades and repairs

Equipment Design/Build

Complete Mechanical Upgrades Design capabilities include rails, wheels, axles, lifting mechanisms, drive assemblies, carriage assemblies, operator cabs, shuttles, and structural repairs.
On-board Logic Systems Programmable controllers provide high reliability and the flexibility required for on-board control.
Communication Systems Infrared systems provide low-cost asynchronous communications.
Drive Systems Variable speed AC or DC drives position equipment smoothly and accurately.
Positioning Systems Optical photo scanners, infrared distance meters or encoders locate the S/R machine to rack positions.
Sensing Devices State-of-the-art sensors provide load sizing, bin-detection, and safety interlocks.
No Proprietary“Black Boxes” All major components are industrial rated and the best commercially available devices.
Reconfigurations Conveyor reconfiguration include new, relocation, and addition of related components such as palletizers and stretch wrappers.
New Equipment Additions Expansion or replacements, S/R machines, shuttle cars, transfer cars, conveyor, AGVS and workstations.
Live Conversion” Retrofits
Live” turnkey projects allow you to continue operations with little if any downtime.
Online Implementation obsolete logic systems converted to programmable controls with minimum downtime.

Software Systems

Our expertise includes all levels of computer system upgrades. With our ability to emulate your existing systems, all new software systems can be tested off-site prior to installation to ensure a smooth transition.

Inventory Management Basic or sophisticated systems utilizing HP, IBM or DEC products that manage warehouse functions.
Equipment Management Commercial minicomputers or PCs with GUI screens interface directly to programmable controllers to control work queues, monitor machine status, diagnose systems, and track materials.
Networking Software and hardware integrated warehouse systems to MRP functions.
System Integration Services System studies, consulting services, Functional System Design documents, RFQ packages for competitive bidding.

System Integration

Factory Automation Material handling controls interface to robots, AGVS, LANs, and process controls.
Special application or custom engineered systems available.

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