The electrical infrastructure is the nervous system of every industrial plant. VLD Service modifies, extends and modernizes existing switchgear according to EN 61439 and the specific requirements of the food industry. From condition assessment through retrofit to commissioning, we handle the complete electrical project management.
- Retrofit & expansion of existing switchgear
- Wiring to EU regulations
- Frequency converters and drive technology
- Safety circuits and emergency stop systems
- Energy efficiency class A+
Electrical Expertise for Production Plants
Without functioning electrics, every plant stands still. Whether installing new machines, retrofitting outdated panels or troubleshooting acute faults — our electrician team knows the requirements of the food industry and works to Swiss standards.
Machine-Side Wiring
We handle the complete electrical installation at the machine: planning and mounting cable trays, laying and connecting cables, establishing the connection to the switchgear. Every machine is neatly connected — with clear labeling, orderly cable routing and complete documentation. Especially important for new installations and machine relocations.
Panel Building and Retrofit
Outdated electrical panels are a safety risk and a common cause of production stoppages. We modernize existing panels: replacing outdated contactors, frequency inverters, circuit breakers. If needed, we build completely new panels to your specifications — including wiring, labeling and acceptance protocol.
Safety Circuits
Machinery Directive, emergency stop circuits, safety door monitoring, light curtains, safety relays — we install and test safety circuits according to applicable standards. So your plant doesn't just run, but runs safely.
Troubleshooting and Repair
Short circuit, earth fault, sporadic failures, defective sensors — electrical faults are often hard to find. Our electricians work systematically: measure, isolate, test, fix. Even on older plants without current wiring diagrams.
Applications
- Retrofit and expansion of existing switchgear (assessment, modification, testing)
- Wiring of entire production lines
- Installation of frequency converters and soft starters
- Safety circuits and emergency stop systems (EN ISO 13849)
- Grounding and equipotential bonding
- Inspection and certification to standards
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Electrical Installation as Swiss Partner for Machinery Manufacturers
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