20-03-2026
This week we’re highlighting a new arrival – Atlas Copco GA15 VSD Screw Air Compressor (2020)
We’ve just taken delivery of a very tidy, late-model Atlas Copco GA15 VSD air compressor – a good example of a quality unit that hasn’t seen a lot of use.
With only 2,363 hours from new (averaging just over 8 hours per week), this machine presents in excellent condition and is ready to go straight into service.
The Variable Speed Drive (VSD) system automatically adjusts output to match demand, helping reduce power consumption compared with fixed-speed units. Ideal for workshops looking to improve efficiency without compromising on performance.
Key Details:
• 15 kW (20 HP) motor
• Approx. 2.45 m³/min @ 8.5 bar
• Quiet operation (~69 dB)
• Direct drive system
• Elektronikon controller
Fitted with:
• Air receiver
• Air dryer
A compact, reliable setup suited to engineering workshops, fabrication, or general industrial use.
For further details and pricing, please get in touch.
27-02-2026
It’s been a busy and varied week here at Newmac Equipment.
We’ve seen strong interest in woodworking machinery, with a couple of those machines now sold and heading off to their new workshops.
To assist one customer and save them travelling to inspect in person, we filmed and posted a video of the machine running. We’re not woodworking specialists, but we managed to muddle through and provide what was needed. The video gave them the confidence to proceed.
The finishing touches have also been completed on a Colchester centre lathe, including the fitting of a new DRO system prior to dispatch. It’s always satisfying to see a good machine leave here ready to go straight into service.
An ESAB TIG welder has also found a new home this week.
At the same time, new stock continues to arrive — including a 3.2 metre x 120 tonne Durma press brake which has just come in.
Machines going out, machines coming in — that’s how we like it.
If you’re looking to buy, sell, or upgrade workshop equipment, feel free to get in touch.
20-02-2026
Buying your first used machine? Start here.
If you’re buying your first used machine, it can feel overwhelming. There’s plenty of advice out there, and not all of it is useful.
Here are a few practical things worth focusing on.
What matters
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Whether the machine suits the work you actually do (not just what you might do one day)
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Power requirements and whether your workshop can supply it
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Size, weight, and how the machine will be moved into position
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Overall condition and how the machine has been used
What doesn’t matter as much as people think
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Age on its own
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Fresh paint or cosmetic appearance
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Optional features you’re unlikely to use
A well-built older machine in sound condition will often outperform a newer machine that isn’t suited to the job.
What to ask and look for
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Can the machine be seen running?
(Yes —we’re happy to demonstrate machines running.) -
What tooling or accessories are included?
(Anything included is listed and shown in the photos.) -
Are there any known issues or limitations?
(We normally include a PDF report on each listing outlining any known issues.) -
Can a freight quote be supplied?
(Yes — we’re happy to assist with freight quotes.)
Take your time, ask questions, and don’t be afraid to inspect in person. The right first machine should make your work easier, not create problems.
Inspections are always welcome during business hours.
13-02-2026
This week’s post is a bit left field, but it’s something that causes more confusion than it probably should.
Every so often we get a call from a customer who’s just installed a machine and it doesn’t seem to be behaving properly — motors running the wrong way, no hydraulic pressure, no coolant flow, or a CNC machine throwing an alarm that doesn’t really point to anything obvious. In a lot of cases, the machine is actually fine and the issue turns out to be incorrect phase rotation at the power supply.
To help save time, frustration, and unnecessary downtime, we’ve put together a short, practical guide on checking three-phase rotation. It applies to both conventional and CNC machines and explains what to look for before assuming there’s a fault with the machine itself.
Click here to download the procedure
06-02-2026
A quick update on our activities this week
We regularly receive emails and phone calls from customers looking to sell machinery. In some cases, for practical reasons, we don’t purchase these machines straight away. This can be due to space constraints, the physical size or weight of the machine, or handling and transport considerations. Even so, we’re often still aware of these machines and can discuss them with interested buyers.
As a result, we’re currently aware of a number of machines that may be available, even though they’re not formally advertised or listed for sale at this stage.
The photos below show a selection of machines we’re aware of and are being shared to gauge interest. If something catches your eye, let us know and we can provide further details, confirm availability, and discuss whether it may be suitable for your application.
Not all opportunities come through standard listings, and in many cases it’s enquiry that starts the conversation rather than a formal advertisement.
We buy and sell used engineering machinery and can assist with inspections and freight Australia-wide if required.
30-01-2026
A lot of what we do happens long before a machine is ever listed or talked about. There’s a fair bit of background work — checking, measuring, running machines, and thinking through the details — that most people never see, but it’s what makes the difference in the end.
This week has mostly been about doing those checks properly, answering the less obvious questions, and making sure customers have enough information to feel confident in their decision — not just a price and a spec sheet.
That means taking the time to run machines, inspect wear where it actually matters, and explain what we’re seeing in plain language. It also means sorting out the practical side early — power requirements, access, loading, and freight — so there are no surprises once things move ahead.
We’re always upfront about what we know and what we don’t. Used machinery isn’t new, and pretending otherwise doesn’t help anyone. Spending the extra time at the start usually saves time, cost, and frustration later on.
If you’re looking at used machinery and want clear, straightforward information rather than sales talk, you’re welcome to get in touch or drop in during business hours.
For anyone interested, we’re now also sharing a short weekly update on Facebook covering what we’ve been working on behind the scenes — please click here to take a look.
