Setting up a new metal fabrication shop, metal cutting service for a business or adding to your services by adding plasma cutting is a great way to bring in new business. Buying the right equipment will also be important as the quality of the equipment will determine the quality of the end product.
Most businesses or companies will purchase a complete plasma cutting machine or system. This includes the table, software and the actual plasma cutter as well. By purchasing the system as a whole rather than buying individual components, you are assured of full integration and compatibility.
However, regardless of the brand, model or design of the plasma cutting machine and system you choose, there are some easy pitfalls and mistakes that first-time purchasers can easily make. To help avoid these issues, take care not to do the following.
Buy on Price
There is little benefit to buying a cheap plasma cutting machine. Not only will the equipment provide less precision, a shorter lifecycle and often pose more challenges to use, but you will also find customer service and support is very limited.
Top companies may have slightly higher costs for the systems, but they are built to last, provide highly accurate precision cuts and to be easy to operate with just minimal training and practice.
Buy Used Privately or at Auctions
Buying a used plasma cutter from another shop, an equipment auction or even an online auction are all mistakes to avoid. Typically, this is equipment that is close to the end of the lifecycle or equipment that is already damaged, failing or has some type of problem.
If you are concerned about keeping costs down, talk to a reputable manufacturer. Many of these companies offer refurbished or top quality used equipment for sale, which provides a great deal without all the risks associated with other used equipment purchases.
If you are in the market for a plasma cutting machine, talk to the experts at Xycorp, Inc. To learn more about our systems and our commitment to quality see us at www.xcsplasma.com.