CNC Machine Inspection Before Purchase
An independent technical inspection of a used CNC machine before you commit to the transaction. We assess the machine’s actual condition — mechanical, geometric and control-related — so that your decision is based on facts, not on the seller’s declaration. The result is a technical report describing what was checked and what was found.
When to order this inspection
- You are buying a used machining center, lathe or another CNC machine
- The seller declares the machine “fully functional” without evidence
- The machine has an unknown or incomplete service history
- You need an independent opinion before negotiating the price
What the inspection can cover
The exact scope depends on the machine type, its availability (powered on, testable) and the conditions on site. It is agreed individually before the visit.
- Visual and mechanical assessment of key assemblies
- Check of guideways, ball screws and spindle condition, where accessible
- Geometry and positioning checks within the agreed scope
- Review of available documentation and control system diagnostics
- Test cuts or trial runs, where the machine can be operated
What the inspection does not include
- Accredited calibration or calibration certificates
- Guaranteed predictions of future failures
- Full disassembly of the machine
- Repair or adjustment work — this stays with the seller or a service provider
How the process works
- You submit the machine via the form, with its location and your goal.
- We qualify the inspection scope and prepare a proposal.
- The inspection takes place at the machine’s location.
- You receive a technical report with findings and identified risks.
What you receive
A technical report describing the performed checks, the measurement results within the agreed scope and the identified technical risks. The report supports price negotiations and acceptance decisions.
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- Laser measurement of CNC machinesPositioning accuracy measurement after scope qualification.
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