Replacement Product Research
Find a current equivalent when a product, part, or material is discontinued.
A specified part gets discontinued mid-project, or a maintenance part hasn't been manufactured in years, and the original spec sheet doesn't help you find what's actually available now. Searching manufacturer sites one at a time for a cross-reference is slow and often inconclusive.
We confirm exactly what the original item was rated or specified to do, then search for direct cross-references from the original manufacturer or its successors, and identify equivalents from other manufacturers where no direct cross exists. Every recommendation is checked line by line against the original spec, with any substitution that would need an engineer's or architect's sign-off flagged before you commit.
What we do
- Confirm exactly what the discontinued item was rated or specified to do
- Search for direct cross-references from the original manufacturer or its successors
- Identify equivalent products from other manufacturers where no direct cross exists
- Compare specs line by line against the original (materials, tolerances, ratings)
- Flag any substitution that would need engineer or architect sign-off
- Source pricing and availability on the recommended replacement
What you receive
- A replacement product recommendation with spec comparison
- Manufacturer cross-reference documentation
- Pricing and lead time for the replacement
- Notes on any required approvals for substitution
Typical turnaround
Replacement product research typically takes 5 to 10 business days depending on how obscure the original item is.
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