Refurbished vs second-hand automation parts

Refurbished vs second-hand automation parts

Season 2, Episode 2

4.28

When an obsolete component breaks, manufacturers might struggle to find a replacement. This is especially true in highly regulated sectors like pharmaceuticals or food processing, where like-for-like replacements are not an option and the exact same part has to be sourced. Second-hand parts might seem like a great solution, but they come with a variety of risks.

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