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Collecting machines after an auction or liquidation
Anyone who buys a machine at auction usually has a fixed removal period and a site they do not know. We help plan the collection within that period – including who dismantles and how the machine is loaded.
What matters
- Removal period
- Auction houses and liquidators set removal periods. After that, storage fees or release problems may arise – the date takes priority.
- Dismantling by third parties
- Whether the machine is handed over dismantled or a dismantling service has to be hired is often stated in the auction terms. We do not dismantle.
- Release
- Collection only takes place with the auction house's release. We need the release confirmation or collection number.
- Many buyers, one site
- At plant auctions, several buyers collect at the same time. Access and loading equipment are then scarce – early coordination helps.
Planning questions
We clarify these points before quoting – the earlier they are known, the more precise the plan.
- By when must the machine be collected, and what collection hours apply on site?
- Is the machine handed over dismantled, or does a dismantling service have to be hired?
- Does the auction house provide loading equipment, or should we organise loading?
- Has the release for collection already been issued?
- Do you have dimensions and weight from the auction catalogue or the rating plate?
What we need from you
- Location of the machine and removal period
- Lot number or collection reference
- Dimensions and weight from the catalogue
- Destination at the buyer
Preparation: You hand the machine over ready for transport – dismantling, later installation and commissioning are done by your team or the manufacturer's service.
What we do for you
What we organise
- Transport planned around dimensions, weight and route – with the right vehicle and secure load
- Loading, unloading and crane work organised alongside on request
- One contact who coordinates dates with you and the people on site
Good to know
Catalogue dimensions and weights are often estimates. A photo of the rating plate or a quick look on site makes planning much more reliable.
How it works
- 01
Request
You send route, date and machine details using the form below – anything unknown can stay open.
- 02
Review
We check the removal period, release and loading situation on site and plan a collection date within the period.
- 03
Quote
You receive a quote with the agreed scope – on request including loading and crane organisation.
- 04
Execution
Collection with the auction house's release, on request with organised loading, transport and handover to the buyer.
Questions and answers: Transport after auctions and liquidations
What if the auction house's removal period is short?
We plan the date backwards from the deadline. For that we need release, location and dimensions early – the review then shows whether a date within the period is possible.
Who dismantles a machine bought at auction?
This is usually set out in the auction terms – often a dismantling service acts on behalf of the buyer. As soon as the machine is ready, we collect it.
Are the weights in the auction catalogue reliable?
They are often estimated. We plan with them, state this in the quote and check on site. If values differ significantly, the process has to be adjusted.
Request
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Three steps. Anything you do not know yet can be left open.
Details for planning
- Location of the machine and removal period
- Lot number or collection reference
- Dimensions and weight from the catalogue
- Destination at the buyer