Browse the list below for answers to frequently asked questions related to equipment purchasing and our decommissioning and asset recovery services.
Equipment Purchasing FAQ:
Q: Does MacAllister Used Power Systems purchase residential power equipment, such as generators typically bought from Lowe’s, Home Depot, Menards, Harbor Freight etc.?
A: No, generally, MacAllister Used Power Systems purchases larger industrial and commercial grade power equipment ranging from sizes 50kW to 3,000kW.
Q: Does MacAllister Used Power Systems purchase small portable generators, RV generators, or whole home generators?
A: No, MacAllister Used Power Systems only purchases commercial generators that are 20kw and larger.
Examples of generators we DO Purchase:
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Examples of generators we DO NOT Purchase:
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Q: Does MacAllister Used Power Systems only purchase diesel generators?
A: While MacAllister Used Power Systems mainly purchases diesel generators, we also purchase used natural gas generators, used LPG generators and used dual fuel generators.
Q: What is the oldest equipment MacAllister Used Power Systems purchases?
A: MacAllister Used Power Systems typically purchases power equipment that is less than 25 years old.
Q: Does MacAllister Used Power Systems only purchase Caterpillar equipment?
A: While MacAllister Used Power Systems typically offers more value for Cat equipment, MacAllister Used Power Systems decommissions many different makes and models.
Q: What brands of generators does MacAllister Used Power Systems purchase?
A: MacAllister Used Power Systems typically will purchase commercial generators made by: Caterpillar, Cummins, Kohler, Olympian, Onan, Generac, MTU, Katolight and Kubota. We also purchase commercial generators from some other brands as long as they are over 50kW. Contact us to see if we’d be interested.
Q: What size of power equipment does MacAllister Used Power Systems purchase?
A: Generally, MacAllister Used Power Systems purchases power equipment with an output between 50kW and 3,000kW.
Q: Does MacAllister Used Power Systems purchase equipment other than generators?
A: MacAllister Used Power Systems buys an array of equipment. While generators are our main specialty, MacAllister Used Power Systems also purchases transfer switches, switchgear, air compressors, chillers, boilers, uninterruptible power supplies and Non-PCB transformers that are 20kVA or above.
Q: Does MacAllister Used Power Systems offer free appraisals?
A: Yes! You can request your free appraisal here.
Q: Do I have to bring the equipment to a MacAllister Used Power Systems location?
A: No! While you certainly can bring your equipment to us, we also offer full decommissioning and removal services – you can learn more about our decommissioning services here.
Decommissioning FAQ:
Q: What if we can’t disconnect, load, or ship the equipment to MacAllister Used Power Systems?
A: MacAllister Used Power Systems has the experience and capabilities to perform all the necessary steps to remove the equipment from your facility.
Q: Is the decommissioning sales process complicated and stressful?
A: The expertise of the MacAllister Used Power Systems team will simplify the process by providing clear, detailed explanations and proven, results-based action plans.
Didn’t find an answer to your question? Contact us online or call us at (317) 803-2505 for more help.