What We Value And Auction
We handle a wide range of used industrial machinery and plant, from single items to full workshop clearances. Our work covers equipment that is running, idle, partly stripped, or being released as part of an upgrade, relocation, closure or asset review.
For sellers, the goal is to present equipment clearly and place it in the right sale channel. For buyers, the aim is to give a fair picture of condition, specification and access so decisions are made with less guesswork.
How A Valuation Is Carried Out
A valuation is an informed opinion of value, based on what the asset is, how it is built, its condition and what similar machinery is doing in the market at the time. It is not a promise of what the item will fetch at auction or private sale.
- Physical condition, age and duty cycle
- Completeness of the machine and its controls
- Service history, wear and visible repairs
- Market demand for that type of plant
- Removal difficulty, site access and power requirements
Where needed, we inspect on site in Kempton Park, Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban, Cape Town, Gqeberha, Germiston and Midrand, and assess the machine in the setting where it is actually used.
Auction Planning That Fits The Asset
Not every machine suits the same sale method. Some items need a wider marketing period and more viewing support, while others are better handled in a quicker clearance sale. We look at the asset group, the likely buyer base and the timing needed to prepare it properly.
Planning may include reserve guidance, seller representation and photo listing prep so the lot is shown with accurate detail. Good planning saves time, avoids confusion and helps buyers understand what is included before bidding starts.
- Single machine auction
- Multi-lot plant sale
- Clearance sale for complete sites
- Partial release from an operating factory
Lotting, Cataloguing And Viewing Days
Clear lotting makes the sale easier to follow. Machines are grouped, described and numbered so buyers can compare items without chasing missing details. We record key information such as make type, capacity, dimensions where available, condition notes and what accessories are present.
Viewing days are important because buyers can inspect the machines before bidding. This is especially useful for used plant, where wear, maintenance standards and storage conditions all matter. In Gauteng and coastal areas alike, humidity, dust and long idle periods can affect what a buyer sees on inspection.
From Site Collection To Auction Closure
Once a lot is sold, the process does not end there. Collection coordination, clearance arrangements and closure support are often needed to get the site back in order. This can be especially useful on busy industrial sites where access rules, fork lift use and loading times must be managed carefully.
- Coordination of removal dates and site access
- Support with tagging and handover of sold lots
- Clearance of remaining items where required
- Closure support for end of project or site handover
Our operations team works with the seller to keep movement practical and tidy, with less disruption to the rest of the premises.
Who Handles Your Matter
Machine Africa is based in Kempton Park and works with sellers and buyers across South Africa. Siyabonga Mthembu leads the business, with Naledi Khumalo managing auctions, Pieter van der Merwe handling senior valuations, Ayesha Ismail on client relations, Thabo Molefe coordinating operations, Johan Botha supervising site logistics, and Lerato Nkosi managing catalogues and media.
That mix matters because valuations, inspections and auctions all need different attention. A machine can be technically sound but awkward to remove, or easy to move but poorly documented, so the team has to balance the physical asset with the sale process.
Choosing The Right Service Path
If you only need an opinion of value, a plant appraisal or on-site valuation may be enough. If you are ready to sell, the next step may be auction planning, lotting and cataloguing, then viewing days and seller representation. For larger plants, the process can include clearance sales and closure support as well.
Clients reach us through the enquiry form on our contact page, and we use that first step to understand the equipment, the site and the timing. From there, we match the service to the job, whether the work is in Johannesburg, Durban, Cape Town or right here in Kempton Park.