​Automated ABB Advant Controller Conversion – Safe, Reliable, and with Minimal Downtime

​An obsolete ABB Advant system does not have to result in extended production downtime or a large-scale engineering project. 

Tipatek's automated conversion tool reuses your existing database and application software, enabling a faster, more predictable conversion to ABB AC 800M and ABB System 800xA with significantly less manual engineering. 

Book a free system assessment and receive a technical evaluation of your control system, expected downtime, and the recommended upgrade strategy for a safe and reliable conversion.

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​When an Obsolete Control System Becomes a Business Risk

​Many companies still rely on ageing ABB Advant systems that have operated reliably for decades. However, the AC 400 Controller has reached end of life. Spare parts are becoming increasingly difficult to source, and fewer specialists have experience with the platform. 

If the controller fails, the consequences can extend far beyond a technical issue. It may result in prolonged production downtime and significant operational costs. 

That is why many companies choose to plan their upgrade while the plant is still operating reliably. A planned upgrade provides greater project control, reduces operational risk and minimizes the impact on production.

​A Successful Conversion Is About More Than New Hardware

​A successful upgrade requires existing application software, databases, signals and operator displays to be transferred safely and accurately without compromising functionality.

 To achieve this, Tipatek has developed an automated conversion tool that performs a consistent 1:1 conversion of large parts of the existing solution. This significantly reduces manual engineering while providing more predictable project execution.

​Automatic conversion of controller databases 

​Automatic conversion of controller applications

​Reuse of existing control logic and functionality

​Automatic conversion of operator displays to ABB System 800xA

​Reduced manual rework and fewer engineering errors

Reduced project duration and commissioning time​

See the Conversion Tool in Action

​Watch how our conversion tool automates key parts of the conversion from ABB AC 400 to ABB AC 800M and ABB System 800xA. 

The existing controller database, application software, and operator displays are converted automatically while preserving system functionality and significantly reducing manual engineering effort. 

Proven in Practice 

​When NG Nordic decided to modernize its ABB control system, one requirement was clear: the upgrade had to be completed without prolonged production downtime. 

Using Tipatek's automated conversion tool, the existing control logic was successfully reused, enabling the upgrade to ABB AC 800M and ABB System 800xA with only three hours of planned downtime.

​"To be honest, we were a little nervous about pressing the button because this is critical equipment – it simply has to work." 

Klaus Hansen 
DCS Specialist at NG Nordic

​Read how they upgraded from ABB AC 400 to ABB AC 800M

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​Book a free system assessment and receive a technical evaluation of how your upgrade can be completed with minimal downtime and operational risk.

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​How the Conversion Project Is Carried Out

Analysis

​We assess your existing control system and prepare the upgrade strategy.

Conversion

​Application software and databases are converted automatically while existing control logic is reused wherever possible.

FAT​

​The converted solution is thoroughly tested before commissioning.

Commissioning

​The conversion is executed according to a carefully planned strategy focused on minimizing production downtime.

Support

​We continue to support your operation after commissioning with technical assistance and advisory services.

ABB Advant (before conversion)​

​Developed by ABB Specialists

​Tipatek's conversion tool has been developed by ABB specialists with many years of experience working with ABB Advant, AC 400, AC 800M and ABB System 800xA. 

While automation significantly reduces the engineering effort, it is our ABB specialists who plan, verify and execute every project to ensure a safe and reliable upgrade. 

ABB AC 800M (after conversion)​

​We do more than deliver a conversion — we help you move safely to a modern ABB platform. 

We consider the project complete only when your system is operating reliably in production.

​Is Your ABB Advant System Ready for the Future?

​Book a no-obligation system assessment to receive a technical evaluation of your ABB Advant system and explore your options for a safe upgrade to ABB AC 800M and System 800xA.

The assessment includes:

  • Controller lifecycle
  • Conversion opportunities
  • Expected downtime 
  • Risk assessment 
  • Possibilities for reusing existing application software
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