Design for Modification, Expansion, and Retrofit
Planning Basis
Engineering design translates technical requirements into manufacturable and installable solutions. In addition to geometry and drawings, manufacturing, installation, operation, maintainability and interfaces to adjacent systems are taken into account.
For modification, expansion and retrofit projects, reliable as-built data provide the basis. Depending on the task, existing documentation, on-site surveys and 3D laser scanning are combined.
Dimensionally accurate planning based on real as-built data – not assumptions
We understand this as the consistent translation of technical requirements into functional, production-ready solutions.
The focus is not only on geometry and drawings, but also on assembly, operation, maintainability, and the interaction of all involved systems.
Engineering Design Services
Scherer Engineering handles engineering design tasks in mechanical and plant engineering, from concept development through production-ready detailing. The scope is adapted to the project phase, available as-built data and agreed interfaces.
Projects include new systems, modifications to existing installations, revamp and retrofit measures, and design optimisation of existing machines and plants.
Applications
- General mechanical engineering
- Special-purpose machinery
- Plant and fixture engineering
- Bulk solids handling and conveying technology
Scope of Services
- Concept development and technical sketches
- 2D/3D concept and design drawings
- Detailing of assemblies, individual parts and welded structures
- Assembly, manufacturing and general arrangement drawings
- Bills of materials and CAD data in native and neutral formats
- Documentation in accordance with agreed customer requirements and applicable standards
Project Integration and Documentation
Depending on the project scope, Scherer Engineering integrates into existing engineering processes or assumes responsibility for clearly defined design packages. Interfaces, work status, data formats and deliverables are coordinated on a project-specific basis.
- practical, production-oriented detailing
- coordination with project stakeholders, manufacturing and installation teams
- clearly structured and auditable documentation
- project-specific change implementation and technical development
Project enquiry: Talk to us about your requirements, as-built data and required deliverables.
Project-Specific On-Site Work
For projects involving existing installations, surveys, coordination and technical clarification can be carried out directly on site. This applies in particular to 3D laser scanning, retrofit planning, interface checks and design support during implementation.
On-site work is linked with digital engineering design and documentation. This enables as-built data, installation conditions and operational constraints to be incorporated directly into the work.
Typical On-Site Services
- reviewing existing conditions and validating available documentation
- 3D laser scanning and dimensional surveys
- coordination of technical interfaces
- assessment of installation, assembly and maintenance conditions
- support for defined implementation and modification work
