Do you have surplus automation equipment, PLCs, drives, motors, or sensors that are no longer used but still in good condition? At VB Industrial Supply, located in Ventura, California, we specialize in helping businesses convert unused automation and industrial components into value rather than letting them sit idle. Whether you're an OEM, integrator, maintenance department, or facility manager, our goal is simple: make sell surplus automation equipment easy, fast, and fair.

What Types of Surplus Automation Equipment We Buy

VB Industrial Supply accepts a wide range of automation and control gear, including:

  • PLC systems and modules (from commonly used brands and legacy models)

  • Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), servo drives, motors

  • Sensors, switches, HMIs, operator panels, industrial PCs

  • Electrical control devices (circuit breakers, relay panels, etc.)

  • Other industrial automation components: communication modules, power supplies, safety interlocks

Our inventory already includes new, used, and surplus tools and components across electrical, instrumentation, motors & pumps, tooling & tools, etc. We're familiar with many brands and specifications.

Why Sell Your Surplus Gear Now

  • Recover Investment: Automation hardware often represents a sizable upfront investment. Even when newer models replace old ones, your used gear often still holds resale value. Turning it into capital can help reinvest in upgrades.

  • Free Up Valuable Space: Warehouses and maintenance rooms get crowded. Removing surplus gear frees space, reduces handling/management costs, and streamlines storage.

  • Reduce Risk of Obsolescence or Degradation: Gear stored long-term may deteriorate (dust, moisture, connector corrosion), firmware/parts may become unobtainable. Selling sooner gets better returns.

  • Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility: Reusing and repurposing automation equipment is more eco-friendly than scrapping. It aligns with practices that reduce waste.

How VB Industrial Supply Helps You Sell

VB Industrial Supply has established a streamlined process so selling surplus automation equipment is as hassle-free as possible:

  1. Submit Your Inventory: Use the “Sell to Us / Asset Recovery” section on the website. Provide item details — brand, model/serial numbers, condition (new, used, surplus), quantity, photos if possible.

  2. Get a Competitive Quote: We assess your submission quickly (often within 24-48 hours), considering demand, condition, and resale market. Transparent offers with no hidden fees.
  3. Logistics Handled: For smaller lots, shipping may be handled via prepaid labels; for larger batches, VB Industrial Supply can help arrange freight or pickup.

  4. Payment Upon Inspection: Once items arrive and are inspected (condition matches what was submitted), payment is released promptly.

Best Practices to Maximize What You Get

To make sure you get the best possible price when selling your surplus automation equipment:

  • Clean components: dust off, ensure connectors are intact; corrosion / dirt can reduce offers.

  • Label clearly: include make, model, serial number, condition. If possible, still in box or with original packaging.

  • Group similar items together (e.g. all drives, all PLC modules, etc.) — lots are easier to evaluate and often more profitable.

  • Provide photos: clear, well-lit images help speed up evaluation.

  • Don't wait too long: as equipment sits, depreciation / obsolescence increases.

What Makes VB Industrial Supply a Trusted Partner

  • Experienced in Surplus & Used Industrial Asset Recovery: You're not just dealing with a recycler — VB Industrial Supply specializes in industrial surplus, automation equipment, electrical controls, MRO inventory.

  • Fair, Transparent Pricing: We value honesty; evaluating condition and demand fairly, no hidden charges.

  • Prompt, Reliable Service: From quote to payment we aim to minimize lag time so you can recover cash and move forward.

  • Wide Acceptance of Brands and Types: We buy many kinds of automation and electrical components, including legacy systems. If unsure, just send in a query.

Real Example of a Sale

A facility had a selection of surplus Allen-Bradley PLC racks, old HMIs, unused drives, and sensors from previous production lines. They documented model numbers and photos, submitted the list through VB Industrial Supply's Sell to Us page, and received a quote within a day. They arranged shipping, VB inspected and paid shortly after. The result: freed warehouse space, recovered value, simplified remaining inventory.

What to Do Next

If you are ready to sell surplus automation equipment:

  • Visit VB Industrial Supply's Sell-Us / Asset Recovery page.

  • Prepare your inventory list: details, condition, quantity, and clear photos.

  • Submit through the website or contact us directly via email/phone (805-620-0948) at our Ventura, CA location.

  • Receive your quote. Accept it. Arrange transport or pickup. Get paid.

Final Word

Surplus automation equipment doesn't have to be wasted or forgotten. With VB Industrial Supply, you have a partner who understands both the technical and commercial value of your automation gear. Sell what you don't need, recover capital, reduce risk—and position your operations for leaner inventory management. If you have legacy PLC modules, drives, sensors, HMIs, or similar gear gathering dust, reach out today. Let's turn surplus into value.