It is clear from a number of economic indicators that the UK is finally moving out of recession but there is still a long way to go before we get back to anything like the days of strong growth. However, there is activity in the material handling market and interestingly we have found a much greater willingness to consider and invest in second hand equipment whereas during the better times, new product was easily the preferred option. With reduced capital budgets and a much greater focus on value for money second hand can really make financial sense.

One concern with previously used equipment is being sure that the quality will be acceptable and the product fit for purpose. However, with the high number of companies going out of business the amount of good quality second hand product becoming available has risen significantly. Therefore, equipment is available not because it is worn out but no longer needed by the owners in fact some of our second hand products have never been used.

At IQ Storage we have access to a very wide range of second hand equipment from a number of specialist sources and a paper trial proving the authenticity of ownership. Typically plastic containers whether stack only, stack/nest or attached lid are very popular and can easily be integrated into a system to deliver immediate operational benefit at a very attractive price. Furthermore, on a larger scale, plastic pallet boxes (Dolavs) and plastic pallets can very easily adapt into a new bulk storage and handling role.

However, it is not just plastic material handling containers but also metal equipment too including roll cages, stillages, trollies, dollies and sack barrows.

So as the title says, don’t misunderstand secondhand, it can make real economic sense opting for pre owned equipment which delivers the benefits but at a fraction of the cost of new.

Call us now on 01342 822132 to discuss your requirements.

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