JC-Electronics – Phase-out Due to PLM Policy
Save with Refurbished and Repair
More and more manufacturers are implementing a strict Product Life Cycle Management (PLM) policy. This means that products—from PLCs to industrial drives and HMIs—are officially phased out after a number of years. For production companies, this has a major impact: parts become scarce, prices rise, and suppliers push for complete system migrations.
The challenge: downtime and high investments
When a component disappears from the PLM program, replacement with a new one is often presented as the only option. But migrating to a new platform requires major investments, software and cabling adjustments, and unavoidable production downtime.
The smart route: refurbished and repair
JC-Electronics offers a sustainable and cost-saving alternative. By using refurbished modules or professional repairs, you can keep your existing installation operational without expensive upgrades.
- Refurbished parts: thoroughly tested, overhauled and ready for direct one-to-one replacement.
- Repair: defective modules are repaired and preventively overhauled to ensure years of reliable performance.
The benefits at a glance:
- Up to 70% cost savings compared to new
- No reprogramming or system modifications required
- Less downtime: fast delivery and repair shorten production stops
- Sustainable: extending the product life cycle reduces electronic waste and CO₂ emissions.
Continuity without compromise
With JC-Electronics’ refurbished and repair solutions, your production remains reliable—even as the manufacturer moves forward with its PLM timeline. You maintain control over your process, spread investments, and prevent the phase-out of a single component from shutting down your entire line.
In short: don’t let PLM policy determine your planning. Choose the reliability, cost control, and sustainability of JC-Electronics.
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