How to Buy Used Welding Machines

Whether you're a professional welder or a student enrolled in a welding course, there are many retailers and online stores where you can buy used and reconditioned welding machines from manufacturers such as Miller and ESAB. Some retailers offer free shipping or discounts for educators and customers making bulk purchases.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Purchase used welding machines at Rock and Dirt, an online marketplace for new and used equipment. Search through ads for used welding machines from manufacturers such as Pow Con, Lincoln Electric, Airco and Clark. Once you have found a welding machine you're interested in purchasing, email the seller to ask questions.

2. Search the ads on EquipMatching.com, a website where customers can buy and sell used and surplus welding machines and other equipment. Once you register for a free account, you can email sellers to ask questions or arrange payment, view a seller's profile, or save an ad to view later. If you're looking for a particular type of welding machine and can't find one for sale, EquipMatching.com allows you to place want ads.

3. Buy reconditioned welding machines online at WeldingMart.com. Welding Mart has an extensive collection of new, used and reconditioned welding machines and accessories. The company offers free shipping on many of its products as well as financing options and discounts for educators or customers buying in bulk. To get more information on a particular welding machine, download the online spec sheets or chat online with a sales associate.

Tips & Warnings

• Try to buy used welding machines that are still under warranty.

References

• Welding Mart

Resources

• Rock and Dirt--The Equipment Marketplace
• EquipMatching.com
• Welding Mart