CNC (Computer Numerically Controlled) equipment is a production facility purchase your business may have to fit into a smaller spending budget. The cost of purchasing new machinery can be too much to bear for your small woodworking shop or production business. Many companies lean toward used equipment as a way to cut costs without sacrificing equipment needs. You can receive various benefits when you purchase used machinery from a reliable supplier.
Used CNC machinery averages half the cost of new equipment pricing. Electronic parts on these tools are not difficult to replace and replacement rarely affects the overall performance of the device. Parts do wear down even with the best maintenance practices in place. On the upside, when a part is replaced on one of these devices, it is equally comparable to a new piece of equipment.
Vendors acquire used machines from many industrial sources and then resell it to their customers. Suppliers service each device before it is sent out, and they use manufacturer quality replacement parts. Many companies provide financing services, servicing agreements, and exceptional customer service. Buying used can be a beneficial decision when you need equipment, but do not want to deal with an exorbitant price tag.
Used Woodworking Machinery: Choosing the Right Supplier
What steps do you need to take before beginning to evaluate individual suppliers? One of the most vital considerations for your business when purchasing used woodworking machinery is what will be needed to get the job done right. Will you require a combination machine, router, or more than one piece of equipment? What features are you seeking to receive from the machinery?
Once you have identified the type of machines needed, you can then begin researching suppliers who sell used equipment. Use online catalogs, reviews, and additional resources to determine what brands and products match your production requirements. Is one brand proven to be more reliable than another? Choose a manufacturer that not only has the right tools, but the reputation to back them. Then find a suitable supplier who offers the decided brand and model in used condition.
As you review available suppliers, you may find yourself unable to decide between a few good used woodworking machinery providers. Price variations, supplied warranties, payment plans, and servicing should all be compared when finalizing your vendor decision. For example, the price of a piece of equipment might vary by a thousand dollars, but the lower price supplier may not offer servicing. You will be making a better decision by paying a little more to have the warranty and service protection.
Always inspect the equipment with your own eyes before finalizing the purchase of any machine. Used machinery can still be expensive and should never be bought without being seen in person. You can have a technician tag along if you are not as familiar with this type of machinery. RT Machine products are fully inspected and serviced before being sold or shipped to a customer. We carry multiple variations of CNC machinery that are guaranteed to work as promised. Contact us today so see how we can help your business move forward in woodworking production.
