How Businesses Can Clear Unused Automation Inventory

Industrial automation equipment can become unused for many reasons. A company may upgrade its production line, replace older machinery, close a facility, or simply have more inventory than it needs. When this happens, keeping everything in storage can take up space and tie up money.

Selling unused equipment can be a practical way to manage excess inventory and recover value.

Turn Used and Surplus Automation Equipment Into Value

Businesses that want to sell used automation equipment may have PLCs, drives, HMIs, sensors, servo equipment, communication modules, or other components that are no longer needed. Even if equipment is no longer being used in one facility, it may still be useful to another business.

Companies looking to sell surplus automation equipment can also have new, unused, or excess parts left over from projects or upgrades.

VB Industrial Supply buys new, used, and surplus automation equipment from businesses, including PLCs, I/O modules, VFDs, servo equipment, HMIs, sensors, and other industrial components.

What Automation Equipment Can You Sell?

Surplus automation inventory can include many different types of equipment, such as:

• PLCs and controllers
• I/O modules
• VFDs and drives
• HMIs
• Servo motors and servo packs
• Sensors and encoders
• Industrial networking equipment
• Power supplies
• Control systems
• Electrical components

VB Industrial Supply works with both individual components and larger industrial inventory projects, including excess MRO inventory and facility liquidations.

Why Clear Out Unused Equipment?

Unused automation equipment can take up valuable warehouse space. As equipment becomes older or technology changes, managing excess inventory can also become more difficult.

Selling unwanted equipment can help businesses:

• Free up warehouse space
• Reduce storage costs
• Recover value from unused assets
• Clear excess or aging inventory
• Make inventory management easier

VB Industrial Supply specifically notes that buying surplus equipment can help businesses convert unused assets into working capital and reduce warehousing costs.

Prepare Your Equipment for Sale

Before contacting a buyer, gather as much basic information as possible. This can make the evaluation process faster.

Useful information includes:

• Manufacturer or brand
• Part or model number
• Quantity
• Equipment condition
• Photos
• Available specifications
• Location of the inventory

For larger inventories, a parts list, spreadsheet, ERP export, or photos can also help a buyer understand what is available. VB Industrial Supply accepts inventory information for both smaller clearouts and larger projects.

Choose a Buyer That Handles Industrial Equipment

Selling industrial automation equipment does not always require listing every part separately. A specialized industrial buyer can review different types of equipment and may be able to purchase multiple items or an entire inventory lot.

VB Industrial Supply buys automation equipment, PLCs, drives, motors, electrical components, MRO equipment, and other industrial inventory. Its current process includes submitting inventory, receiving a quote, reviewing the offer, and arranging shipping and verification.

Final Thoughts

Unused automation equipment does not have to remain in storage indefinitely. Whether a business has a few surplus PLC components or a larger inventory from a plant upgrade or closure, selling the equipment can help free up space and recover value.

For businesses with excess automation inventory, working with an experienced industrial buyer can provide a straightforward way to move equipment that is no longer needed.