Retrofit , also Retrofitting ( eng. Retrofit ['retrəufɪt] from retro- “retro, back in time” + fit “adapt”) - Modernization, which involves the addition of new technology or its properties to older systems.
- Power plant retrofit: modification of a power plant that provides increased efficiency / increased energy output / emission reduction.
- Energy retrofit of buildings: improvement of existing buildings, equipment with increased energy efficiency.
- Seismic retrofit: the process of strengthening older buildings to give increased earthquake resistance
- Retrofit of refrigeration equipment (for example, air conditioners ): modernization of equipment for the replacement of ozone-depleting freons with modern analogues.
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Retrofit Benefits
- Savings on capital expenditures with the introduction of new technologies.
- Optimization of existing technology components.
- Adaptation of technology for new or modified products.
- Improving production parameters.
- High probability of manufacturing spare parts.
See also
- Modernization
Notes
Links
- Diesel Retrofit in Europe .
- Diesel retrofit glossary .
- Diesel Retrofits Help Clean Regions' Air - Maryland Department of Environment
- Diesel Emission Control Strategies Verification - California Air Resources Board
- GRINNELL Grooved Products
- Medium Voltage Switchgear Retrofit in Europe