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In the last article, Reesink Turfcare discussed how to control spending and avoid surprise costs, allocating maintenance budget in an uncertain economy and how to manage this cost component over time. In this article, Alastair Rowell, UK sales manager - turfcare equipment at Reesink Turfcare, takes a closer look at buying used machinery, the benefits of doing so and what to look out for when purchasing a pre- owned machine


Alastair Rowell, UK sales manager - turfcare equipment at Reesink Turfcare


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A reputable dealer will ensure the machinery they sell is in top notch condition by completing a number of service checks


uying used machinery for turfcare maintenance has always been prevalent in the industry but, with the impact of Coronavirus this year and its


effect on the economy, it’s a subject that will likely gain more interest in the coming months.


Whilst the golf industry has seen increases in membership and has fared incredibly well, sports venues have suffered with the loss of in-person supporters. For public grounds maintenance, changes to local government budgets in the near-future could be significant as policies change to help stimulate the economic recovery, and private grounds maintenance companies could see a change in customers priorities and spending. At the very least, the sudden change in circumstances this year has led many to take a closer look at their finances and re-evaluate spending. Now, more than ever, value for money is the name of the game - which is why used machinery has


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