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Who disconnects the machines?

You do, or a contractor you appoint. Buyers' riggers lift, load and transport, but they expect the machine to be isolated from power, air and coolant before they arrive. Disconnecting is usually a job for your own engineers or an electrician. Do it before the collection window opens so nothing is held up on the day.

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Surplus equipment sales

Selling the machines, tools and kit a working business no longer uses, without disrupting what it still does.

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