Huge Inventory of Used Concrete Batch Plants For Sale

Vince Hagan, Con E Co, RexCon, Stephens, R & S, Mixer Systems, Voeller, Erie Strayer, Johnson, ODISA, Terex, Belgrade, CemenTech, Elkin, and other brands of used concrete batch plants and other concrete equipment are being sold for reasons ranging from excess inventory through financial hardship.  FESCO Direct works with concrete producers, banks, leasing agents and others to assist in the sale of surplus, concrete equipment.

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Considerations When Purchasing A Used Concrete Plant Before you begin shopping 1.  Determine your budget Shipping Foundation installation and equipment erection cost Electrical and plumbing hookups Etc. 2. Identify any special consideration required for your site or plant A. What basic type of plant do you want? Portable - plants are designed to be easily moved. Often portable plants can be erected on a concrete slab without concrete piers Stationary plant - usually large plants that are not designed to be easily moved. Often portable plants can be erected on a concrete slab without concrete piers Semi-Portable - usually installed on concrete piers but designed to be moved at the conclusion of a project Self Erecting - Plant uses hydraulics to set up and take down. Usually replace the need for a crane when setting up or taking the plant down Other B. Do you need a mixer or will you be mixing in trucks? Central Mix Plants have a mixer at the plant. The mixer increases the cost of the plant, but reduces the wear and tear on mixer trucks. Concrete not being transported by truck must have a mixing device. C. Height Restriction Zoning regulations or other factors sometimes create the need for low profile plants D. Layout Restriction Consider special site characteristics that should be considered when buying or installing a plant E. Special Requirements Central Dust Collection Erect on Concrete Slab Other 3. Determine how many raw materials you will be using A. Consider your aggregates How many aggregates will you be using? Do you need an aggregate bin for each? How many total aggregate bins do you require the plant to have? Note: 75-125 tons per bin is common B. How many types of cement will you be using and how much do you need? Portland, White, Fly Ash, Slag, Other Note: Two cements are common, usually Portland and either Fly Ash or Slag depending on the region you operate in. Can you use multi compartment silo and one cement batcher? Do you need a second cement batcher for white or special cement? Note: Some cements can be weighed through the same batcher, other cements cannot be mixed and require a second batcher and silo. You should have an understanding of the type of concrete you are trying to mix and the ingredients required. How much cement do you want to store onsite? What is the availability of cement in your area? How much cement do you anticipate using? How often do you want to have cement delivered? Note: 350 - 750 BBL is common (sometimes referred to as 1-2 truckload 4. How much production capacity do you need from a plant? A. What is the maximum amount of concrete you will need to produce in one hour? Consider if you are producing to fill truck, molds, or something else Consider the size of what you are filling Consider the number of items you have to fill example: filling 5 trucks per hour and each truck holds 10 yards = 50 yards/hour example: filling 35 molds per hour, each mold holds 2 yards = 70 yards/hour Note: 120 yards per hour is common. 200+ yards is considered high production.                        5. Do you need or require any special accessories or extras?                       Water Heating / Cooling Equipment                       Dispatch Office / Trailer Automatic Control Use of an automatic control is standard practice in most concrete production operations. They are proven to save money by maximizing material use and reduce waste production. Reclaimer Other Shopping for a Used Concrete Plant Important Notes: A plant that meets your exact specifications may not be available You may have to prioritize your requirements and compromise You may ask a dealer to watch for a plant that matches your needs. It is recommended that you physically inspect any equipment in person before you buy. Most used concrete equipment is sold "as is". 1. Contact one or more used concrete equipment dealers. Make sure you write down names and contact information of the people you speak with. **FESCO Direct is a well known used concrete equipment dealer using the power of the internet to locate buyers and sellers on a global basis as well as staffing a "grass roots" sales team building relationships with concrete producers in communities throughout the Midwest United States. See FESCO Direct's featured used concrete equipment listings here. 2. Communicate what type of used concrete plant you are looking for and your budget. Be prepared to answer / clarify many questions 3. Understand what is being offered or quoted. Questions to Ask or Know the Answers Too Does the plant include a mixer? (central mix) How many aggregate bins are there? What is the capacity of each aggregate bin? How many cement silo's or compartments are there? What is the capacity of each silo or compartment? Does the plant include an automatic control? If yes, what type? If no, can a control be added to the plant? Are there any accessories or extras with the plant? Central dust collection water heating/cooling systems Dispatch / Control Trailer or Office Admix Dispensers Other What year was the plant manufactured? Is the plant currently assembled or operational? Some plants are for sale but still in operation. Other plants may have been disassembled and stored. Are photographs available? Ask for detailed photo's Most plants being sold by a dealer are inspected by the dealer who will normally take several photo's of the plant. Often times a dealer has the plant or can access the plant to take additional photos upon request. Is the plant available for inspection? If travel is required to inspect the plant, you as the buyer, typically arrange and pay for your own transportation, lodging, meals, etc. Note: Plants are usually available for inspection, although requirements to inspect a plant may vary from plant to plant. A physical inspection of a used equipment before purchase is recommended but not required. Some buyers decided to rely on photo's and physical descriptions to facilitate their purchase, but most used equipment is sold "as is". If a plant is not available for inspection before purchase, buyers should exercise extreme caution in the transaction. Physical Inspection of Used Concrete Plants Important Note: Considering the expense of traveling to inspect equipment, you are encouraged to thoroughly research all of your plant options and narrow these options to a select few that adequately meet your qualifications and interest you the most. What should I look for when inspecting a used concrete batch plant? Inspect Overall Plant Condition Rust, paint, frame, components, etc. Aggregate Bins and Batchers Inspect wear areas for thin steal Inspect for wear and tear / repair ability Belt Conveyors Leaky gear boxes and busted grease seals Look for stains whether on the ground, or on the structure, in areas near seals and gear boxes. Belt Condition Worn, frayed, torn Belt Scrapers Drive Train Conveyor Idlers Cement Silo's and Batchers Look for water leakage Hardened cement or dust Dust Collectors Are they plugged or well maintained Look for tears in filters Look for water leakage Hardened dust Other Inspect any accessories or other equipment included Things to consider when inspecting a concrete batch plant Does the plant appear to have been well maintained? Did the photographs and descriptions you received match the plant you are inspecting? Confirm that you have inspected all of the components included. Identify any additional components present and clarify if they are included with the plant. Buying a Used Concrete Plant 1. Ensure you understand everything included in the transaction and verify the price. Consider transportation and installation logistics and costs Most dealers are able to assist in this process 2. Complete the dealers instruction to execute the purchase. Sign an offer to purchase, letter of intent, accepted proposal or quote, other Wire Transfer Funds 3. Arrange for transportation logistics and take possession of the equipment.

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