Marco Rüegg Retrofitting used machines: Recognizing and exploiting opportunities Competitive pressure, rising raw material and energy costs, as well as increasing demands for sustainability, present challenges for companies. At the same time, the need for efficient capital deploym... Jul 31, 2025
Marco Rüegg Used machines for start-ups and small businesses: How to get started The entry into mechanical processes often presents a significant financial and organizational challenge for start-ups and small businesses. Especially in the initial phase, every investment counts – u... Jul 17, 2025
Marco Rüegg Technical inspection before buying: You should definitely pay attention to this The investment in machinery and technical equipment is of strategic importance for companies in the manufacturing sector. The purchase of new or used machines requires not only solid financial plannin... Jul 17, 2025
Marco Rüegg Risks when buying used machinery - and how to avoid them The purchase of used machinery offers numerous advantages – from significant cost savings to shorter delivery times and the quick availability of proven technologies. However, the used machinery marke... Jul 17, 2025
Marco Rüegg How do I recognize a well-maintained used machine? The market for used machinery is a significant component of the industrial capital goods market. In an era where sustainable business practices and efficient capital management are becoming increasing... Jul 9, 2025
Marco Rüegg Sample calculation: Profitability analysis of a used joinery system In times of rising raw material prices, supply shortages, and high investment costs, many companies face the question of whether used machines represent a financially sensible alternative to new inves... Jul 2, 2025
Marco Rüegg Financing and leasing used machines - what you need to know In mechanical engineering, investments in high-performance equipment are among the key factors for productivity and competitiveness. Used machinery represents an attractive alternative to new purchase... Jul 2, 2025
Marco Rüegg Subsidy options for the purchase of used production systems In today's industrial landscape, companies face the challenge of remaining competitive while also operating economically and sustainably. The acquisition of used production equipment is becoming incre... Jul 2, 2025
Marco Rüegg TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) Used machines - a real calculation aid In a competitive environment, companies are increasingly under pressure to make investments that are not only cost-efficient but also strategically sustainable. Particularly when purchasing used machi... Jun 23, 2025
Marco Rüegg How you can quickly scale up your production by buying second-hand In times of economic uncertainty, challenges in supply chains, and rapid technological development, manufacturing companies are under significant pressure to adapt their production capacities flexibly... Jun 23, 2025
Marco Rüegg Why the second-hand market is becoming increasingly attractive for SMEs Especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) face the challenge of continuously modernizing their technical equipment without jeopardizing their liquidity. In this context, the used machinery ... Jun 18, 2025
Marco Rüegg How you can quickly scale up your production by buying second-handie The industrial production sector is today more than ever under pressure to operate flexibly, cost-effectively, and at the same time technologically advanced. Particularly in areas characterized by hig... Jun 17, 2025
