Category: Machine Tools

Those who begin a career in any aspect of metalworking quickly discover that shaping and forming metal sheets is one of the most important skills in the trade. Among the tools used to accomplish this, plate rolls play a vital role.

The metal fabrication industry relies heavily on precision, efficiency, and innovation. As technology evolves, machines become faster, more accurate, and more cost-effective. This constant advancement makes older machinery obsolete much quicker than in decades past.

When shops decide to upgrade their metal fabrication equipment, they’re faced with a choice: sell the old machine outright or trade it in toward a new purchase. While selling may seem like a straightforward route, trading in the machinery offers distinct advantages that are often overlooked. The following are reasons why trading in old metal fabrication machinery is often a smarter, more strategic choice than selling it independently.

Once again, Revolution Machine Tools has secured a prime piece of real estate on a main aisle at this year’s FABTECH Expo. Held September 8–11, 2025, at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois, FABTECH is the must-visit destination for serious manufacturers, engineers, technicians, and buyers working in the fields of sheet metal, welding, laser cutting, tube/pipe working, coating, tooling, and finishing.