Used Industrial Oven
A used industrial oven can be a significant cost savings over a brand new one. Many have preconceived notions that a used oven is somehow inferior. This is just the opposite. Often a used oven can be better than a new one because it not only is already broken in, but you'll get a better model for a lower cost. These savings can get you a better piece of equipment for your business and allow you to spend your newfound money on other supplies.
Models of Used Industrial Ovens
Industrial ovens come in all shapes and sizes. A used one is no different. Whether you need a conventional oven, a convection oven, an impinger oven or even a microwave, you'll be able to find a used model as long as you look in the right places.
There are both small and large industrial ovens for sale all over the country. Businesses go out of business and must get rid of their equipment. This is your chance to get a great oven for a low price.
Finding a Used Industrial Oven
In today's economy, only one business out of five keeps their doors open for longer than five years. That means those other four businesses are selling their equipment to pay bills and settle up debts. Those are the kinds of deals you want to look for.
Going out of business sales are the first place you'll want to look. This is often where you'll find used industrial ovens that look brand new. They may have only been used for a year or so and you'll get a state of the art oven that you would otherwise never be able to afford.
Used kitchen supply stores are another great place to look. Often when banks take over a business due to a foreclosure or bankruptcy, they use these types of stores to liquidate the assets. Take advantage of great deals by looking through all of the equipment. You'll find yourself a used industrial oven among many other things that will get your business up and running.
Things to Look for on a Used Industrial Oven
Since you are buying a used industrial oven, there are things to look for so that you know if you are getting a good deal or not. Even though you may be getting a good price, it does you no good if the oven doesn't work or breaks down after a few months.
First off, ask the seller if there is a warranty. If you are buying from a store, there's a good chance that they've had a repair technician look at the oven and will give you a 1-year warranty. If you're buying it from an individual, you probably don't stand a chance. Unless it's so new that it still falls under the warranty of where they purchased it from. If that's the case, ask to see if they still have the invoice so it will help you later on should you need it.
You will also want to test the oven. Turn it on and make sure the controls work. Make sure there is heat inside the oven. Check out the seals and gaskets, too, to make sure that they are in good condition. Once you are satisfied, then you are ready to make a deal on your used industrial oven.