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Masterdrive Retrofit

Maximize the long-term operability of your rotogravure, laminating, and coating equipment. Stay ahead of obsolescence and reduce unexpected downtime.

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Upgrade Your Masterdrive to Protect Your Production

This Masterdrive retrofit replaces obsolete Siemens systems with the latest Sinamics drive technology, allowing your rotogravure, laminating, coating, and extruder machines to continue operating at peak performance. 

As original Masterdrive components are no longer produced and service support is no longer guaranteed, upgrading to Sinamics secures the long-term reliability of your equipment while aligning it with today’s performance and efficiency standards.

This retrofit is a strategic investment in uptime, stability, and operational continuity. By modernizing your drive system, you significantly reduce the risk of unexpected downtime, improve power efficiency, and secure access to spare parts and expert technical support. 

What You Gain

Stability

The new-generation Sinamics power supply system improves overall efficiency by reducing heat loss and delivering more stable, consistent operating conditions across your machine.

BOBST Connect

With 24/7 access to expert technical support through BOBST Connect, you benefit from rapid response and enhanced operational confidence at all times.

Availability

By replacing obsolete Masterdrive components, you significantly reduce the risk of long unexpected downtime, ensuring continuous production and greater machine reliability

Product Specifications 

Eligibility

  • Retrofits with Sinamics products are compatible with all gravure, coating, laminating, and extruder machines produced between 1998 and 2009, equipped with Siemens Masterdrive systems

Installation procedure:

  • Duration: 20–30 days onsite
  • Two BOBST technicians required
  • Expected machine downtime: 15 days

What Sets This Upgrade Apart

Advanced Drive Technology

  • Sinamics systems are built with the latest technology, dramatically reducing the risk of unexpected downtime.

Superior Technical Support

  • Benefit from expert guidance and fast response via BOBSTConnect.

Wide Spare Part Availability

  • Ensures your machines remain operational without delays.

Improved Machine Reliability

  • Enhances overall system stability and productivity.

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A Smart Path to Long-Term Performance

Planning for obsolescence isn’t just smart—it’s a competitive advantage. With our Masterdrive retrofit, you gain an end-to-end strategy to keep your rotogravure, laminating, and coating machines running efficiently, safely, and reliably for years to come.

Secure Your Machine’s Future

Contact our experts today to discuss a tailored obsolescence management plan for your equipment.