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How to Buy Quality
Shop Equipment Online
Y
ou can buy just about anything
online, from clothes to cars. And
why not? Shopping online is super
convenient. You can shop when and
where you want, plus, it's easy to
compare products and brands.
You can get much of what you need for
your business online, too, from shop towels,
hand tools and gloves to tire changers,
workbenches, and car lifts. The tricky
part can be figuring out where to buy and
exactly what you're getting.
To minimize disappointment and maximize
efficiency, here are 5 tips for buying quality
shop equipment online:
1. Consider the company history.
Check the " About " page of the website.
How long has the company been in
business? A company that doesn't meet
customer expectations isn't going to last
as long as one that does. You may not
be concerned about placing a $20 order
through a newer website, but if you're
dropping several thousand dollars, stick
with a proven provider.
2. Read the reviews. One of the best
things about shopping online is how easy it
is to find out what other people think about
a product or company. Consider reviews
directly on the website, on Google, and
search for reviews on YouTube. Reviews
are useful for making informed decisions.
3. Evaluate the brands. Some people
have no qualms about buying everything
generic. For them, the cheaper something
is, the better. But cheap is not the same as
" good value. " If your priority is quality, start
with the name-recognition of the brands the
site carries. Are you familiar with them?
Generic wipes are one thing. But do you
want to stand under a generic lift or trust
a no-name brake lathe? Companies that
invest in building their brands also invest in
their products. Look for websites that carry
category-leading brands.
4. Consider product safety and certification
requirements. Most equipment
used for vehicle service and repair is covered
by ANSI/UL 201 - UL Standard for Safety:
Garage Equipment. Car lifts are covered
by ANSI/ALI ALCTV: Safety Requirements
for Construction, Testing and Validation of
Automotive Lifts. Manufacturers are not
required to certify their products, so protect
yourself by weeding out the uncertified
equipment from the beginning.
5. Who has your back? Buy yourself some
peace of mind by shopping at websites
backed by people who will help you when
you need it. Look for companies that help
coordinate delivery, installation, and service.
Investigate their policies on returns and warranties.
Product specifications and owner's
manuals should be easy to download.
Point, click, and ship is here for shop equipment.
With just a few precautions, equipping
your shop can be easier than ever. ■
WRENCHERS
212 Willis Road
Theodore, AL 36582
800-261-7729
www.wrenchers.com
SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION
http://www.wrenchers.com
August 2023
Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of August 2023
EDITOR'S NOTE
NEW PRODUCTS
INNOVATION AWARDS
DIAGNOSTIC TECH
TOOL BRIEFING
TOOL REVIEWS
CATEGORY SPOTLIGHT
BIG-TIME BOXES
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