1. Using this website lawfully
You may use this website to learn about machinery valuations, auction planning and related services, and to send an enquiry through the contact page. The site is intended for business use by sellers and buyers of used industrial machinery, equipment and plant assets across South Africa.
You must not use the website in a way that is unlawful, misleading, harmful or disruptive. This includes attempting unauthorised access, copying content for improper commercial use, or sending false or incomplete information through any enquiry form. Any content you submit must be accurate to the best of your knowledge.
- Use the site for lawful business purposes only
- Do not interfere with site operation or security
- Do not submit unlawful, offensive or deceptive material
2. Information on valuations and auctions
Any valuation information, auction guidance, cataloguing detail, inspection note or reserve guidance published on this website is provided for general information only. A valuation is an opinion of value based on the available facts at the time and is not a guarantee of sale price, market demand or auction outcome.
Industrial machinery can vary widely in condition, age, service history, site configuration and location. Final assessments may depend on on-site inspection, photographs, access to records, testing conditions and the practicalities of removal. We do not promise a particular result from a sale, clearance process or auction. Market conditions change and this affects buyer interest, especially where equipment is sold ex works or requires dismantling.
- All estimates are subject to inspection and verification
- Reserve guidance is provided as commercial advice, not a guarantee
- Viewing days and listings may change without notice if circumstances require it
3. Content ownership and permitted use
Unless stated otherwise, the text, photographs, layout, catalogue material, logos and other site content are owned by or licensed to Machine Africa or the operator Astros Marketing (Pty) Ltd. You may view the content for your own business reference, but you may not copy, scrape, republish or reuse it without written permission.
Where you receive a catalogue, listing pack, inspection summary or photo set, it is provided for the purpose of evaluating the relevant asset only. You may not alter such material so that it misrepresents the machinery, the seller or the auction process. Minor formatting changes are not permitted if they change meaning.
4. Enquiries, instruction and responsibility
When you submit an enquiry, you ask us to contact you about valuations, auction planning, viewing arrangements, lotting, asset inspections or collection coordination. An enquiry does not create a binding instruction unless it is confirmed separately in writing. We may ask for site details, asset lists, photos, serial data, access arrangements and other practical information before proceeding.
You remain responsible for the accuracy of the details you provide. If information is incomplete or wrong, the resulting opinion or process may need to be revised. We may decline to assist where access, compliance, safety, or ownership issues make the work impractical. In some cases a site visit may be postponed if power outages, rain, security restrictions or plant shutdowns affect safe access.
- Send only information you are entitled to share
- Make sure property access and site safety are arranged before inspection
- Confirm ownership or authority to sell before auction work begins
5. Liability limits and third party matters
To the fullest extent allowed by South African law, Machine Africa and Astros Marketing (Pty) Ltd are not liable for indirect loss, lost opportunity, operational delay, missed sale expectation or any other consequence arising from your use of this website or reliance on general content published here. Nothing in these terms excludes liability where the law does not allow it.
This website may refer to third party services involved in inspections, transport, storage, cleaning, dismantling or site clearance. Those services are separate from us unless expressly stated in writing. Any arrangement with a third party is your own responsibility, and you should confirm their terms, insurance and compliance before engaging them. We do not control every external factor, including municipal access rules, permits or road restrictions that may affect equipment movement.
6. Changes to these terms and governing law
We may update these terms from time to time to reflect operational, legal or practical changes. The version published on the website at the time of your visit will apply. Continued use of the site after changes means you accept the updated terms, so please check this page occasionally.
These terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa. Any dispute arising from the use of this website will be handled under South African law and in the appropriate local forum, unless a different process is agreed in writing. If any part of these terms is found to be invalid, the remaining parts will still apply.