Buying a used automatic lathe: what to check
Sliding-headstock (Swiss-type) or fixed-headstock lathes: the checks to make before buying a used bar turning machine, from the spindle to the bar feeder.
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Guides and tips
Buying, selling or moving a used machine: our practical guides, written for industry professionals.
Buying guides by machine type
Buying a used CNC machining centre: the checklist
Vertical, horizontal or 5-axis: the essential checks before buying a used machining centre, from the spindle to the geometry.
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Buying a used grinding machine: what to check
Surface, cylindrical or centreless grinder: accuracy comes down to the wheel spindle, the slideways and smooth movements. The checks to make before buying.
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Buying a used EDM machine: wire or sinker
Wire EDM, sinker EDM or EDM hole drilling: the generator, the dielectric and the accuracy of the axes determine the machine's value. The points to check and the costs to plan for.
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Buying a used watchmaking or microtechnology machine
High-precision machining centres, transfer machines, gear hobbing, small-diameter bar turning: in watchmaking, every micron counts. How to assess the accuracy, thermal stability and versatility of a used machine.
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Buying a used sheet metal machine: press brake, laser, shear
Press brake, laser cutter, punching machine or shear: capacities, the condition of the hydraulics, the laser source and operator safety are the decisive points before buying.
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Buying a used measuring machine: CMM, profile projector, height gauge
A used coordinate measuring machine or inspection instrument can be an excellent deal, provided you check the measurement uncertainty, the software and its licences, and plan for calibration after installation.
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Buying used material handling and workshop equipment
Forklift, stacker, overhead crane, hoist, compressor or racking: reliable used equipment, provided you check the wear, the battery and the mandatory safety inspections.
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Buying used tooling and machine accessories
Toolholders, chucks, vices, rotary tables, bar feeders: used tooling lets you equip a machine at lower cost, provided you check the exact compatibility and the accuracy of each item.
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Practical tips
Buying a used industrial machine in Switzerland: the complete guide
A well-chosen used machine often costs a fraction of the price of a new one, with a lead time of a few weeks instead of several months. Here is how to buy with confidence, from the search to commissioning.
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Selling your used machine: creating a successful listing
Sharp photos, complete technical specifications and a realistic price: the keys to selling an industrial machine quickly and at the right price.
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Transporting an industrial machine: preparing the move
Dismantling, lifting, transport, installation: the steps to move a heavy machine without damaging it, and the questions to settle before buying.
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Still have questions?
Our answers to the most frequent questions, and our tips for buying and selling safely.