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Should You Buy or Lease a Robot Cell?

Published: Publisher: Zhilianhai Robotics News

Compare the models

ModelFits whenWatch
PurchaseStable process, long useCapital tied up, technical obsolescence
Finance leasePredictable need, cash sensitiveTotal cost over the term
Operating leaseUncertain volumesReturn conditions, wear charges
Pay per unitMeasurable outputMeasurement basis and disputes

Questions that decide it

  • Who pays for maintenance, spares and software upgrades?
  • What happens at the end of term — return, buy out, upgrade?
  • Can you move the equipment to another site?
  • Is the technology likely to be superseded within the term?

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