conversion / retrofitting
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conversion / retrofitting
The technical modification or adaptation of a machine, vehicle, plant, or system in order to equip it for a new purpose, new technologies, or changed requirements.
Die Umrüstung des Werks auf die Produktion von Elektroautos wird mehrere Monate dauern.
The conversion of the factory to the production of electric cars will take several months.
The word is made up of the prefix 'um-' (change) and 'Rüstung' (equipment). An 'Umrüstung' (conversion/retrofitting) is therefore literally a change to the equipment of a machine or plant.
Die Umrüstung der Heizung auf eine Wärmepumpe war teuer.
The conversion of the heating system to a heat pump was expensive.
'Die Umrüstung' (the conversion/retrofitting) is the noun corresponding to the verb 'umrüsten' (to convert/retrofit). The noun describes the process or the result of the action. The verb is often used with an accusative object.
Die Firma rüstet ihre Fahrzeugflotte um.
The company is converting its vehicle fleet.
To name the new purpose or the new technology, the preposition 'auf' is used with the accusative. This pattern indicates the goal of the change.
Die Umrüstung auf digitale Prozesse hat die Effizienz gesteigert.
The conversion to digital processes increased efficiency.
Common verbs used with 'Umrüstung' (conversion/retrofitting) are 'vornehmen' (to carry out) or 'durchführen' (to carry out). People often talk about the conversion of a factory, a plant, or a vehicle.
Ein Spezialistenteam wird die Umrüstung der Produktionsanlage vornehmen.
A team of specialists will carry out the conversion of the production plant.
renovation / restructuring
Umbau emphasizes that a machine’s construction is substantially changed. Umrüstung, by contrast, emphasizes equipping the machine for a new purpose, new technology, or changed requirements. An Umrüstung may therefore also require an Umbau.
Die Umrüstung der Maschine ermöglicht den Betrieb mit einem neuen Antrieb.
Retrofitting the machine enables it to operate with a new drive system.
Beim Umbau der Maschine werden der Rahmen und das Gehäuse verändert.
The machine’s conversion changes the frame and the casing.
