What is the Difference Between Remanufacturing and Refurbishing?

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Here are the differences between remanufacturing and refurbishing: 1. Refurbishing: Refers to the process where merchants disassemble old machines, select usable components, polish, clean, and electroplate them, then reassemble and rebrand. The parts may not be from the same brand, specifications may vary, and there is no effective quality testing method, leading to substandard product quality. Various issues may arise after a period of use. Simply put, refurbishing is akin to counterfeit products. 2. Remanufacturing: Without even mentioning environmental benefits, the process itself is different. It involves specialized shot blasting and sandblasting. If internal components are unusable, they are discarded and replaced with original factory parts. There are dedicated quality testing machines to ensure the product quality is close to that of new original parts. A warranty certificate is provided, along with after-sales service, and the company's own trademark is affixed. When sold, it is clearly labeled as a remanufactured product with appropriate identification, ensuring no deception. Of course, the price is higher than refurbished products, which unfortunately leads to less ideal sales.