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retool for
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retool something for something
to set up a factory with new or altered tools for a different kind of production. The manager decided to retool the factory for greater efficiency. We will retool the plant for next year's models.

retool for something 

1. Lit. to set up with new or altered tools for a different kind of production. The factory was closed down so they could retool for next year's model. How soon can we retool for this new line ofproducts?
2. Fig. to prepare oneself for a different kind of work. He decided to retool for a new job in the computer industry. I am too old to retool for a job like this.


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Companies that want to profit from a shift in the burgeoning retirement-income field need to retool their operations and products, analysts at consulting firm Deloitte LLP say in a report.
The Ingersoll, Ontario plant, owned by GM-Suzuki Motor Corporation joint venture CAMI Automotive, received a 90-million Canadian dollar (85 million US) injection to retool and renovate its body shop over the next seven months.
In addition to featuring the company's full line of rotary tooling, accessories and rewind systems, the website educates converters about Lederle's repair and retool services geared to save operation time and money.
 
 
 
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