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Control Panel Upgrades

Modernize your paint booth with updated controls, safety

Function

Houses all electrical controls, safety circuits, and user interface for paint booth operation

Location

Mounted on or near the paint booth, at operator workstation

Typical Lifespan

20-30 years; internal components may need updates

Service Options

Repair Service
Replacement Service
Preventive Maintenance

Signs of Control Panel Assembly Failure

Obsolete components with no replacement parts
Intermittent or unreliable operation
Unable to add desired features
Safety system no longer meets current codes
Difficulty finding technicians familiar with old system
Excessive troubleshooting time
User interface difficult to operate

What Causes Control Panel Assembly Failure

Understanding the root cause helps determine whether repair or replacement is the best option.

Component Obsolescence

common

Parts no longer manufactured or available, making repairs impossible.

Code Changes

occasional

Current electrical or safety codes require updated components.

Wear and Aging

occasional

Relays, switches, and wiring degrading over decades of use.

Feature Requirements

occasional

New capabilities needed that existing panel cannot support.

Safety Improvements

occasional

Modern safety systems required for insurance or compliance.

Repair vs. Replace Decision Guide

Repair When...

  • Individual components can be replaced
  • Panel is relatively modern and functional
  • Minor updates can add needed features

Replace When...

  • Core components are obsolete
  • Major safety upgrades required
  • Complete system redesign needed
  • Upgrading to touchscreen HMI
  • Adding network connectivity

Cost Comparison

Component replacement $200-2,000. HMI upgrade $3,000-8,000. Complete panel replacement $10,000-50,000+ depending on complexity.

Lifespan Considerations

Modern panels with quality components should last 20+ years. Plan for technology updates every 10-15 years.

Brands Using This Component

We service control panel assembly across all major paint booth brands.

Allen-Bradley

PanelViewPanel PCs

Siemens

SIMATIC HMI

Red Lion

GraphiteCR1000

Automation Direct

C-more

Eaton

Motor Control

Our Control Panel Assembly Service Process

1

Assessment

Evaluate existing panel, document functionality, identify deficiencies.

2

Design

Design upgraded system with modern components meeting current codes.

3

Panel Build

Build new panel assembly with proper wiring and labeling.

4

Installation

Remove old panel, install new panel, connect field wiring.

5

Commissioning

Program, test all functions, train operators on new system.

Control Panel Assembly Service FAQ

Common questions about control panel assembly repair and replacement

Signs include difficulty finding replacement parts, inability to add needed features, unreliable operation, non-compliance with current codes, and excessive troubleshooting costs. If your panel is 20+ years old, an assessment is worthwhile.
Yes, control panel upgrades are common and don't require booth replacement. We can modernize controls on any age booth. Often this extends booth life significantly and adds capabilities that weren't available originally.
Modern panels offer touchscreen HMI interfaces, programmable timers and modes, energy-saving features, remote monitoring and diagnostics, data logging, enhanced safety interlocks, and easier troubleshooting with plain-language fault messages.

Have a question not answered here?

Call us at (877) 489-3727

Need Control Panel Assembly Service?

WERCS technicians have the expertise and parts to get your control panel assembly working properly.