5 advantages of buying refurbished equipment

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Fitness equipment has a high turnover rate. At the same time, high-quality equipment from well-known brands has a very long service life. For many studio operators, the option of expanding their own equipment pool with good used equipment can therefore be very attractive. But for many studio operators, there is also the fear of buying a "pig in a poke" and getting inferior equipment that breaks down quickly. This does not have to be the case! The many advantages of refurbished equipment are presented here.


1. EVERY COMPONENT IS RECONDITIONED


The refurbishment process is a multi-step journey of the used equipment. Each company has developed its own refurbishment process, so when buying used equipment, it is important to check what steps are involved in the refurbishment of the equipment.


In order for the effect to meet our expectations, each piece of equipment should go through the following steps:


Technical condition assessment.


Immediately after unloading, the equipment is checked for functionality, completeness and appearance. It receives its own card on which each stage is described.


Disassembly and cleaning


Depending on the type, the equipment is taken to a special workshop (for power or cardio equipment), where an employee disassembles it into its basic elements. Plastic and metal parts are each: washed, sanded and painted. Electronic parts go to the electronics technician.


Sanding


In the sanding shop, the paint layer is carefully removed from all steel, skeleton and plastic parts. Thorough preparation is essential for a perfect result after painting.


Coating


The best effect is achieved when the machines are wet painted just like in car painting. It is important to use primers, varnishes and hardeners of the highest quality. Our own paint shop definitely shortens the realization time of an order.


New spare parts


In the dismantled rotors the motors are checked - the condition of the windings. An employee puts in new bearings and checks the condition of the shaft. If it is worn, it means replacement with a new one. Bearing replacement is best done in a professional bearing replacement press to avoid possible damage to the seat or the bearing itself. Circuit boards, belts, cables, drive belts are also replaced, and worn parts are scheduled for disposal to protect the environment.


Inspection and replacement of electronic components


An electronics technician carefully inspects solder joints and contacts, overhauls parts or replaces them with new ones. Repairs are made with high quality electronic components using the best test and measurement equipment.


Assembly


Once completed and assembled, the unit receives new emblems and/or information stickers.


Quality control


It should also be multiple and cover not only the functionality of the product, but also the visual area. Details make the difference. Each type of equipment has different elements to test.


Re-cleaning and polishing


The refurbished equipment is cleaned with a steam cleaner with special chemistry. Finally, we polish the result to a high gloss, so that it pleases the eye of a satisfied customer.


Protection for transport


The last stage is loading, so you should pay attention to the maximum protection of the equipment and its most sensitive areas from possible damage.


After such a reconditioning process, it is difficult to tell the difference between new and used equipment.



2. 70% SAVINGS


When we come across the market leaders in selling remanufactured equipment, they are able to achieve incredibly low prices thanks to their bulk purchases and negotiations. The difference between new and remanufactured equipment can be as much as 70%!


Check if the company you want to buy used equipment from does the refurbishing from A to Z themselves or uses subcontractors. With our own professional paint shop, we speed up the process significantly.


3. GUARANTEE


Only a company that is unsure of its work will not provide a warranty. Warranty is peace of mind and purchase security, today an absolute must for any serious transaction.


4. PERSONALIZATION OF DEVICES


The possibilities in the choice of design are enormous, the value of details has skyrocketed. The customer is looking for something original and unique, surprising and unusual. The answer to increasingly exorbitant expectations is individualization, as well as the search for additional ways of contact of the customer with our brand. When buying remanufactured equipment, you have a choice:

  • Frame color
  • color and texture of upholstery
  • additionally embroider, glue or upload your company logo


5. ECO


You care about the environment, have a real impact on reducing unnecessary piles of disposed machines that can serve for many years. You belong to the elite group of Eco Entrepreneurs. This is not valued, these are necessary actions that will pay off for future generations.

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Text: Fitnessclub24

Picture credits: Fitnessclub24



Published on: 21 June 2021

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