Acting as the brain behind industrial operations, PLCs are designed to perform logical decision making for control applications. But, what should be done when a PLC system reaches the end of its life cycle? This case study explores how Automation Group supported the PLC upgrade for a carbon fiber manufacturer. The customer faced the challenge of modernizing their outdated control system which included control panels operating with an Allen-Bradley PLC-5 controller and other legacy hardware. This system was used to control their traction drive process which included VFD controls for multiple motors. The customer wanted to improve their process by upgrading their control, visualization, and machine safety systems, and sought Automation Group’s expertise to navigate the complexities of this upgrade and seamlessly transform their outdated system with a modern solution.